Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Research Fellow in Fetal Medicine & Surgery

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Job summary

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to announce a new Clinical Research Fellowship in association with the University of Liverpool.

The Fellowship is a full-time research/Fetal medicine network development post under the supervision of Professor Asma Khalil, Professor of Fetal Medicine and Dr Andrew Sharp, Senior Lecturer. It includes a clinical component. Clinical supervision will be the responsibility of the RCOG tutors.

Main duties of the job

Key aspects of the role include:

  • two days a week dedicated to Fetal Medicine and Surgery
  • work with the North West Network to develop and support the Fetal Medicine network meetings and MDT

The aspects of the research component includes:

  • developing a working knowledge of the regulatory, governance and ethical frameworks relevant to clinical studies in
  • Support the research activity in the Fetal Medicine Unit
  • contributing to the set-up and conduct of NIHR portfolio studies including medical assessment of eligibility, consent and data

The department runs a full shift rota, working across obstetrics and Gynaecology, including evening, weekends and nights.

About us

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Details

Date posted

13 March 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 to £63,152 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-39-24-A

Job locations

Crown Street

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key aspects of the role includes:

  • two days a week dedicated to Fetal Medicine and Surgery
  • work with the North West Network to develop and support the Fetal Medicine network meetings and MDT

The aspects of the research component includes:

  • developing a working knowledge of the regulatory, governance and ethical frameworks relevant to clinical studies in obstetrics.
  • Support the research activity in the Fetal Medicine Unit
  • contributing to the set-up and conduct of NIHR portfolio studies including medical assessment of eligibility, consent and data collection.
  • Working with the research team, the successful candidate will identify a particular area of our research portfolio and set up clinical research studies suitable for a higher degree (MPhil or MD) in addition we would expect the successful candidate to undertake the advanced professional module in Clinical Research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key aspects of the role includes:

  • two days a week dedicated to Fetal Medicine and Surgery
  • work with the North West Network to develop and support the Fetal Medicine network meetings and MDT

The aspects of the research component includes:

  • developing a working knowledge of the regulatory, governance and ethical frameworks relevant to clinical studies in obstetrics.
  • Support the research activity in the Fetal Medicine Unit
  • contributing to the set-up and conduct of NIHR portfolio studies including medical assessment of eligibility, consent and data collection.
  • Working with the research team, the successful candidate will identify a particular area of our research portfolio and set up clinical research studies suitable for a higher degree (MPhil or MD) in addition we would expect the successful candidate to undertake the advanced professional module in Clinical Research.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Primary Medical Degree
  • GMC Registration
  • MRCOG Part I

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3

Experience

Essential

  • 4 years post registration
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology - completion/or nearing completion of ST3 competencies by appointment

Training

Essential

  • Foundation Year Level-2 competencies
  • Completion or nearing completion of ST3 competencies by appointment

Desirable

  • NTN in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Academic Achievements

Desirable

  • Evidence of research interest/QI projects
  • Experience of clinical management e.g. coordinating review meetings/MDT
  • Published papers
  • Presentation(s)
  • Other Degree (e.g. BSc)

Skills

Essential

  • Commensurate competence in: - Clinical judgement - Patient handling - Colleague handling - Teamwork

Qualities

Essential

  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Energy
  • Integrity
  • Insight

Desirable

  • Diligence
  • Self-assurance

Others

Essential

  • Computer literacy
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Primary Medical Degree
  • GMC Registration
  • MRCOG Part I

Desirable

  • MRCOG Part 2/3

Experience

Essential

  • 4 years post registration
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology - completion/or nearing completion of ST3 competencies by appointment

Training

Essential

  • Foundation Year Level-2 competencies
  • Completion or nearing completion of ST3 competencies by appointment

Desirable

  • NTN in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Academic Achievements

Desirable

  • Evidence of research interest/QI projects
  • Experience of clinical management e.g. coordinating review meetings/MDT
  • Published papers
  • Presentation(s)
  • Other Degree (e.g. BSc)

Skills

Essential

  • Commensurate competence in: - Clinical judgement - Patient handling - Colleague handling - Teamwork

Qualities

Essential

  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Energy
  • Integrity
  • Insight

Desirable

  • Diligence
  • Self-assurance

Others

Essential

  • Computer literacy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crown Street

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Crown Street

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Academic

Andrew Sharp

asharp@liv.ac.uk

Details

Date posted

13 March 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,329 to £63,152 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-39-24-A

Job locations

Crown Street

Liverpool Women's Hospital

Liverpool

L8 7SS


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