Job summary
This is an outstanding opportunity to join the Diversity of GI services at UCLH as a research fellow to undertake an MPhil at UCL with a goal to proceed to PhD.
Our research group lies within the UCL Division of Surgery and interventional Science and is led by Prof. Richard Cohen in collaboration with Prof. Marilena Loizidou and Professor Lucie Clapp. Our research has focused on the role of epigenetic modifications in the intestinal immune response in health, IBD and colorectal cancer.
Main duties of the job
This research post will provide a unique training opportunity to join a flourishing research laboratory with a strong publication record and a supportive team.
The clinical opportunities in the department will allow the candidate to further their experience in inflammatory bowel disease, clinical trials and endoscopy in a leading tertiary IBD centre.
The post holders time will be divided between clinical duties at UCLH and protected laboratory time at the Rayne Institute. The research fellow will register for an MPhil degree at UCL with anticipated upgrade to a PhD subject to funding and satisfactory research and clinical progress.The post holder will also provide out-of-hours cover for the GI on-call rota. This includes emergency endoscopy supported by a consultant, advice and weekend ward rounds, 1 in 11 shifts with internal cover. JAG accreditation in diagnostic gastroscopy is essential for this role.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- Part II MRCP or equivalent
- GCP training by time of appointment
Experience
Essential
- Training in Gastroenterology
- Clinical audit experience
- Experience of and interest in teaching at undergraduate and post graduate levels
Desirable
- Experience in management of complex IBD
- Experience of clinical trials &/or research
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Independent in upper GI endoscopy
- Ability to work with MDT
- Clinical Audit experience
- Commitment to delivering high quality clinical research
Desirable
- Independent in colonoscopy
- Good IT skills
- Previous experience with EPIC EHR
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate Reliable
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- Part II MRCP or equivalent
- GCP training by time of appointment
Experience
Essential
- Training in Gastroenterology
- Clinical audit experience
- Experience of and interest in teaching at undergraduate and post graduate levels
Desirable
- Experience in management of complex IBD
- Experience of clinical trials &/or research
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Independent in upper GI endoscopy
- Ability to work with MDT
- Clinical Audit experience
- Commitment to delivering high quality clinical research
Desirable
- Independent in colonoscopy
- Good IT skills
- Previous experience with EPIC EHR
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English Ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate Reliable
Desirable
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).
