Clinical Research fellow in Respiratory Medicine

Job description

Job responsibilities

WHAT YOULL DO

Research delivery of Bronchoscopies.

Join a team of research fellows supporting other research within the CRF.

Depending on their previous knowledge and experience, the fellow will have roles in managing, coordinating and safety governance for specific studies.

Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions within their expertise, providing medical cover for studies and study visits, as well as out of hours advice and emergency cover (on a rota) as part of the 24 hour cover for participants on research studies.

Work in teams with research nurses, allied health professionals and project management to plan and deliver primarily vaccine studies, with opportunity for involvement in other non-vaccine and non-covid studies as appropriate.

Be supported by the more senior fellows in the CRF and the Principal Investigators of the respective studies in these activities.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

An understanding of respiratory investigations and the ability to perform Bronchoscopy (Supervision will be provided as needed).

Good communication skills as this is essential in maintaining trust with our research participants.

Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes in plans/schedules due to the fast paced nature of the vaccine study work, where protocols and requirements can change very quickly.

Demonstration of excellent team work as this role requires working and communicating with a wide range of individual from different teams (e.g. pharmacy, lab, admin, nursing etc).

Must have completed Foundation training (or equivalent) and be able to function independently, with support as/when required and specific to the individuals level of previous experience

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.

Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)

Basic Salary - MT04 £55,329 Basic Salary MT05 £63,152

Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;

• Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
• Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
• A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)

Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview

Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application

Job Reference: MT1177- MEDICAL. This vacancy closes on or before:07/08/2024

For further information regarding these posts please contact:

Dr Sophie Fletcher Sophie.fletcher@uhs.nhs.uk or Dr Anna Freeman a.freeman@soton.ac.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Understanding of Respiratory Investigations

Desirable

• BSc (or other intercalated degree) other degrees/ qualifications
• Undergraduate Awards
• Postgraduate - MRCP or equivalent
• Ability to perform Bronchoscopy

Previous or relevant experience

Essential

• Successful completion of a Foundation Programme and appointment to a Core Medical Training Programme

Desirable

• Some experience in research and audit
• Additional experience in Respiratory Medicine

Previous or relevant experience

Essential

• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Proven ability to manage acute medical emergencies.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Service Redesign methodology

Aptitudes and skills

Essential

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional team
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)