Job summary
This fellowship involves working alongside the PI Professor Jugdeep Dhesi and the research team to deliver the NIHR funded POPS-Sup study addressing the research question, 'can CGA-based perioperative medicine services (POPS services) be implemented throughout the NHS, to improve clinical outcomes for older patients undergoing elective and emergency surgery with cost effectiveness?'. You will work as part of and be supported by a large and well established multi-disciplinary research team with a strong track record of producing high impact, translational research. Experience will be gained in writing research protocols and ethics applications, multicentre study delivery, project management and steering committees, working with statisticians and health economists to analyse data, writing for publication and dissemination including through PPIE partners.
There is an option to discuss clinical experience working within the POPS service whilst employed in this research capacity.
Main duties of the job
We are advertising for a 12-18 month Research Fellow to work with the Perioperative medicine for Older People undergoing Surgery (POPS) team on the recently NIHR funded POPS-Sup study. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work at an internationally recognised centre of excellence in perioperative care and develop research skills in mixed methods applied to the evaluation of complex interventions.
The post holder will work as the POPS-Sup fellow and be involved in study design and delivery, gaining experience in research governance, recruitment, data collection, data analysis, patient and public engagement, linkage with NHS digital, writing papers for publication, dissemination to patient and public partners and policy makers. There will be an opportunity to apply for additional funding obtain a higher degree (PhD) if the successful applicant would be interested.
The post holder will work within the Department of Ageing and Health 'Perioperative medicine of Older people undergoing Surgery' (POPS) service, delivering CGA-based care to older people undergoing elective and emergency surgery. The work will be based at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, with national travel, and there may be opportunities for flexible and remote working on negotiation.
For further information please contact:
Professor Jugdeep Dhesi (jugdeep.dhesi@gstt.nhs.uk) or Dr Jude Partridge (Judith.partridge@gstt.nhs.uk)
About us
Research & Development
As one of the largest NHS trusts in England, with patients from a diverse and multicultural population, we are well placed to deliver a wide variety of health research. We are actively involved in research that is developing and trialling new treatments for patients. We believe that conducting cutting-edge health research helps us to provide better care for our patients.
In 2020/21, 26,851 people took part in 1,896 research studies open at the Trust looking at new ways to diagnose and prevent illness, treatments and medicines and medical devices. We're a leading centre for clinical research and trials. Our cutting-edge experimental medicine infrastructure, world renowned experts and world class collaborations allow us to deliver research with local, regional, national and global impact. https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/research/research.aspx
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant may have a background in geriatric medicine, acute/general medicine, surgery or anaesthetics. The start date for this post is flexible.
Duties and responsibilities:
Research:
The post holder will, with the help of the multi-disciplinary research team, achieve a PhD through working on the POPS-Sup study. This will include:
Adhere to Clinical Research Facility (CRF) policies regarding training and medicine management
Supervising and training staff from different disciplines
Writing research protocols and HRA applications
Delivery of multi-centre study (experience of recruitment, consent and data collection/storage)
Mixed methods including qualitative (semi-structured interviewing), process evaluation, and quantitative working with statisticians, implementation scientists and health economists
Contribute to the ongoing development, efficiency and operational functioning of the research team
Maintain adequate participants records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the study and medical records and communicated with clinical teams.
Work with Central Trust R&D
Attend the regular clinical research meetings.
Contribute to the publication of research performed within the group and communicating the results to the wider public.
Attend study management group and steering committee meetings
Ensure compliance with all aspects of GCP to deliver clinical research of high quality.
Accurate, high quality clinical data acquisition and management.
Experience with co-design and production of research with PPIE partners
Presentation of research findings including with policy makers
Access to postgraduate courses at Kings College London relevant to PhD
Clinical:
Options to discuss clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient POPS service.
Teaching:
The post holder will be expected to contribute, as appropriate, in the teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Mentor and support other members of the team.
Educate and counsel volunteers, family and those who volunteer for clinical trials before, during and after clinical studies and investigations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The applicant may have a background in geriatric medicine, acute/general medicine, surgery or anaesthetics. The start date for this post is flexible.
Duties and responsibilities:
Research:
The post holder will, with the help of the multi-disciplinary research team, achieve a PhD through working on the POPS-Sup study. This will include:
Adhere to Clinical Research Facility (CRF) policies regarding training and medicine management
Supervising and training staff from different disciplines
Writing research protocols and HRA applications
Delivery of multi-centre study (experience of recruitment, consent and data collection/storage)
Mixed methods including qualitative (semi-structured interviewing), process evaluation, and quantitative working with statisticians, implementation scientists and health economists
Contribute to the ongoing development, efficiency and operational functioning of the research team
Maintain adequate participants records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the study and medical records and communicated with clinical teams.
Work with Central Trust R&D
Attend the regular clinical research meetings.
Contribute to the publication of research performed within the group and communicating the results to the wider public.
Attend study management group and steering committee meetings
Ensure compliance with all aspects of GCP to deliver clinical research of high quality.
Accurate, high quality clinical data acquisition and management.
Experience with co-design and production of research with PPIE partners
Presentation of research findings including with policy makers
Access to postgraduate courses at Kings College London relevant to PhD
Clinical:
Options to discuss clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient POPS service.
Teaching:
The post holder will be expected to contribute, as appropriate, in the teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Mentor and support other members of the team.
Educate and counsel volunteers, family and those who volunteer for clinical trials before, during and after clinical studies and investigations.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- ST3-ST7 level in General or Geriatric Medicine or Oncology or Anaesthetics of Surgery
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical experience in perioperative or surgical or geriatric medicine
Desirable
- Clinical experience in providing Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)
- Clinical experience with older people undergoing surgery
- Clinical experience in outpatient clinics
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Up to date clinical knowledge appropriate to current stage of training
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal & communication skills
- Time management and organisation skills
- Ability to work independently with guidance/supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of initiative and leadership skills
- Familiarity with some relevant literature related to the post
- Knowledge of the principles of CGA or perioperative medicine
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate teaching and post graduate training
Desirable
- Advanced teaching experience (e.g. organising training days, involvement in regional or national teaching)
Audit, Quality Improvement & research
Essential
- Ability to carry out audit and/or quality improvement work
- Ability to conduct & evaluate own projects successfully
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
Desirable
- Evidence of delivering change through audit loops and/or quality improvement projects
- Evidence of original research
Other
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council
- Evidence of personal interest in Geriatric Oncology and/or Geriatric Medicine and/or Oncology
Desirable
- Experience in clinical guideline development
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- ST3-ST7 level in General or Geriatric Medicine or Oncology or Anaesthetics of Surgery
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical experience in perioperative or surgical or geriatric medicine
Desirable
- Clinical experience in providing Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)
- Clinical experience with older people undergoing surgery
- Clinical experience in outpatient clinics
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team
- Up to date clinical knowledge appropriate to current stage of training
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal & communication skills
- Time management and organisation skills
- Ability to work independently with guidance/supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of initiative and leadership skills
- Familiarity with some relevant literature related to the post
- Knowledge of the principles of CGA or perioperative medicine
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate teaching and post graduate training
Desirable
- Advanced teaching experience (e.g. organising training days, involvement in regional or national teaching)
Audit, Quality Improvement & research
Essential
- Ability to carry out audit and/or quality improvement work
- Ability to conduct & evaluate own projects successfully
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research
Desirable
- Evidence of delivering change through audit loops and/or quality improvement projects
- Evidence of original research
Other
Essential
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council
- Evidence of personal interest in Geriatric Oncology and/or Geriatric Medicine and/or Oncology
Desirable
- Experience in clinical guideline development
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.
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.
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).
