Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Specialty Doctor Associate Specialist in Lupus Research

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Job summary

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate Specialty Doctor Associate Specialist in Lupus Research to join our Lupus Research Department. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in world-class lupus research and provide expert care to lupus patients, contributing to clinical excellence and advancing the understanding of autoimmune diseases. The post is a fixed-term of 1 year, with the possibility of extension. Both full time (100%) or part-time (80%) candidates will be considered.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate lupus clinical trials and contribute to ongoing research in the field.
Manage complex lupus cases in outpatient clinics.
Participate in MDT meetings and collaborate with specialists in lupus management.
Assist in managing acute lupus cases, including flare-ups, while working with the multidisciplinary team.
Provide patient education, offering guidance on long-term disease management and treatment pathways.
Mentor and train junior doctors and medical students.

Qualifications:MBBS or equivalent, MRCP (UK) or equivalent, full GMC registration, and specialty training in related fields. Experience in managing autoimmune conditions, particularly lupus, is essential. Experience in clinical research is desirable.

Join our team and help shape the future of lupus research and patient care at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust!

About us

As part of the Lupus Research Department, you will lead clinical trials, manage complex lupus cases, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams. You will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and work alongside internationally renowned specialists.

Date posted

15 October 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum excl LZ Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

196-MED4596

Job locations

Guy's Hospital

London

SE1 9RT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this role. Please ensure that you use the person specification to inform your supportive statement during application and use current examples of where you meet the essential and desirable criteria.

** Please note we may close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient amount of applications **

Job description

Job responsibilities

** Please note we may close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient amount of applications **

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Education

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
MRCP (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
Full registration with GMC

Desirable

SCE Rheumatology (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
GCP Certificate

Previous experience

Essential

Proven clinical experience in rheumatology in the management of autoimmune conditions, particularly lupus
Experience of team and MDT working
Evidence of presentations, posters and publications
Experience in data processing

Desirable

Commercial trial experience
Experience in collecting and processing biological samples

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

Evidence of excellent communication skills
Leadership qualities

Desirable

Active interest in research and audit

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Education

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
MRCP (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
Full registration with GMC

Desirable

SCE Rheumatology (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
GCP Certificate

Previous experience

Essential

Proven clinical experience in rheumatology in the management of autoimmune conditions, particularly lupus
Experience of team and MDT working
Evidence of presentations, posters and publications
Experience in data processing

Desirable

Commercial trial experience
Experience in collecting and processing biological samples

Skills/Knowledge/ Ability

Essential

Evidence of excellent communication skills
Leadership qualities

Desirable

Active interest in research and audit

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.

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

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

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's Hospital

London

SE1 9RT

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's Hospital

London

SE1 9RT

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)