Job summary
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and self-motivated Senior Research Physiologist to join the Peart Rose Research Unit at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
The Peart Rose Research Unit is a dedicated out-patient research establishment currently providing support for numerous projects from disciplines including Cardiology, Pulmonology, Oncology and Haematology. These comprise of commercially sponsored, NHS funded, academic and PhD research studies.
The role of Specialist Research Physiologist involves performing a broad range of investigative and therapeutic procedures, often utilising novel techniques and/or newly developed equipment The role, working together with the rest of the team, is primarily without direct supervision and are expected to provide support for numerous projects from across multiple disciplines as well as manage the PRRU (and staff) as a dedicated outpatient establishment for research
Main duties of the job
The Peart Rose Research Unit is a dedicated out-patient research establishment currently providing support for numerous projects from disciplines including Cardiology, Pulmonology, Oncology and Haematology. These comprise of commercially sponsored, NHS funded, academic and PhD research studies.
The role of Specialist Research Physiologist involves performing a broad range of investigative and therapeutic procedures, often utilising novel techniques and/or newly developed equipment. The Physiologist must assess the relevance of research findings, based on the participant's condition, and plan a course of action. He or she assists in the design and implementation of research projects to facilitate understanding and inform clinical practice. They contribute to the writing of academic papers for peer-reviewed publications and the preparation slides and posters for presentation. The Physiologist must understand and adhere to the principles of Good Clinical Practice in conducting all elements of the research and take responsibility for the study participant's care while conducting the required procedures.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- GCP certified
- RCCP accreditation
- BSc Clinical Physiology
- Certified qualified ILS (or ALS) provider
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Excellent experience in Cardiac Physiology including extensive experience with research
- Previous management experience within a cardiac setting
- Expertise and significant experience in the techniques listed under 'Skills and Abilities' above
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Being fully competent at a full range of non-invasive tests including ECG, MV02 testing, pacemaker and ICD follow-up
- Having expert knowledge in haemodynamic CRT optimisation
- Ability to interpret findings from clinical studies in order to produce peer reviewed papers
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven teaching skills
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- GCP certified
- RCCP accreditation
- BSc Clinical Physiology
- Certified qualified ILS (or ALS) provider
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Excellent experience in Cardiac Physiology including extensive experience with research
- Previous management experience within a cardiac setting
- Expertise and significant experience in the techniques listed under 'Skills and Abilities' above
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Being fully competent at a full range of non-invasive tests including ECG, MV02 testing, pacemaker and ICD follow-up
- Having expert knowledge in haemodynamic CRT optimisation
- Ability to interpret findings from clinical studies in order to produce peer reviewed papers
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven teaching skills
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).
