Job summary
Post 1 - Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases
We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious individuals to join our team to provide clinical support for an extensive portfolio of clinical Infectious Diseases research within the Trust. The role and responsibilities will be adjusted according to the candidate's experience. The post will be for 12 months from August 2023 (with potential for an earlier start date / longer duration) and would be ideal for someone who is interested in a career in Infection, Immunology or in clinical research in any speciality.
Post 2 - Clinical Research Fellow
Exciting opportunities have arisen for dynamic, engaging and committed a newly created Clinical Research Fellow to work in specific roles to deliver cutting edge experimental medicine studies, early phase clinical trials and advanced therapies (e.g. gene therapy, cell-based therapy).
The fixed-term one-year post would suit trainees who have a special interest in clinical and translational research and those who want to gain clinical research experience before decision on pursuing an academic career. The post holder will have the opportunity to study for the Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Research. Ideally applicants will have completed Foundation Training and / or Core Training. The post will provide a solid basis from which to apply for either an Academic Clinical Fellow (ACF), IMT or ST post.
Main duties of the job
Post 1 - Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases
You will have the opportunity to gain comprehensive experience in setting up clinical studies, in addition to their management and delivery, with a major focus of vaccine and other infection research. Working in a supportive environment as part of a highly experienced research team, you will receive the necessary research training to enable you to deliver a diverse clinical research portfolio.
Post 2 - Clinical Research Fellow
The main duty of the post holder is to support the delivery of experimental medicine studies and clinical trials conducted at the NIHR Newcastle Clinical Research Facility.
About us
Post 1 - Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact: Dr Christopher Duncan, Clinical Research Lead for Infectious Disease at Christopher.Duncan@newcastle.ac.uk and/or Dr David Ashley Price, Deputy Director for Clinical Research at David.Price15@nhs.net
Post 2 - Clinical Research Fellow
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity, please contact Professor Wan-Fai Ng, Director of the NIHR Newcastle Clinical Research Facility (Wan-Fai.Ng@newcastle.ac.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Post 1 - Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases
You will be responsible for helping the team to deliver a diverse portfolio of infection research, from observational to IMP studies, with a major focus on phase I-III vaccine trials. You will be involved in all aspects of clinical research delivery, from study set up to delivery and final reporting.
Post 2 - Clinical Research Fellow
The fellow will be expected to serve as sub-investigator for research studies/clinical trials under the supervision of the respective principal investigator. The specific duties the fellow will be involved depends on individual trials but typically involves taking informed consent, assessment against eligibility criteria, assessment of disease activity and severity, assessment and reporting of adverse events, supervision of administration of the investigational medicinal product (IMP) and provide medical emergency cover for research participants attending the facility. It is expected that the fellow will be supporting several trials concurrently.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Post 1 - Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases
You will be responsible for helping the team to deliver a diverse portfolio of infection research, from observational to IMP studies, with a major focus on phase I-III vaccine trials. You will be involved in all aspects of clinical research delivery, from study set up to delivery and final reporting.
Post 2 - Clinical Research Fellow
The fellow will be expected to serve as sub-investigator for research studies/clinical trials under the supervision of the respective principal investigator. The specific duties the fellow will be involved depends on individual trials but typically involves taking informed consent, assessment against eligibility criteria, assessment of disease activity and severity, assessment and reporting of adverse events, supervision of administration of the investigational medicinal product (IMP) and provide medical emergency cover for research participants attending the facility. It is expected that the fellow will be supporting several trials concurrently.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or other recognised equivalent medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration.
- Satisfactory completion of Foundation Training (or equivalent).
Desirable
- MRCP or equivalent.
- Relevant higher degree.
- ALS.
- Up-to-date training in Good Clinical Practice.
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- At least 1 year of previous experience working in the NHS.
- To be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
- Able to assess patients face to face and via telephone.
- Good history & examination skills.
- Able to formulate a working diagnosis.
- Able to order appropriate investigations.
- Image interpretation relevant to practice.
- Ability to manage common medical emergencies.
- Knows when to appropriately seek assistance from a senior colleague.
Desirable
- Experience and interest in the specialty.
- Neat, legible writing of notes and charts.
- Ability to perform basic general procedures.
- Experience in clinical research at F1/F2/ST1 level.
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Written evidence of satisfactory training to date e.g. workplace assessments.
Teaching
Essential
- Able to contribute to teaching of others in the clinical and research setting
Desirable
- Contribution to departmental training sessions.
- Some knowledge of learning theories.
- Experience of teaching undergraduate medical students & Foundation Doctors.
Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of audit projects.
- Understanding of research principles.
Desirable
- Presentation of completed audit projects at local or national meetings.
- Organised or contributed to an audit project that has resulted in change
- Evidence in participation in research projects.
- Publication of research in peer reviewed journals and presentation at local and national meetings.
Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues
Essential
- Committed to continued self-directed learning.
- Evidence of organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and other people within a team.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a large multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Development of organisational strategies.
- Evidence of change management.
- Ability to lead.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or other recognised equivalent medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration.
- Satisfactory completion of Foundation Training (or equivalent).
Desirable
- MRCP or equivalent.
- Relevant higher degree.
- ALS.
- Up-to-date training in Good Clinical Practice.
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- At least 1 year of previous experience working in the NHS.
- To be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
- Able to assess patients face to face and via telephone.
- Good history & examination skills.
- Able to formulate a working diagnosis.
- Able to order appropriate investigations.
- Image interpretation relevant to practice.
- Ability to manage common medical emergencies.
- Knows when to appropriately seek assistance from a senior colleague.
Desirable
- Experience and interest in the specialty.
- Neat, legible writing of notes and charts.
- Ability to perform basic general procedures.
- Experience in clinical research at F1/F2/ST1 level.
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Written evidence of satisfactory training to date e.g. workplace assessments.
Teaching
Essential
- Able to contribute to teaching of others in the clinical and research setting
Desirable
- Contribution to departmental training sessions.
- Some knowledge of learning theories.
- Experience of teaching undergraduate medical students & Foundation Doctors.
Clinical Governance, Audit and Research
Essential
- Experience of audit projects.
- Understanding of research principles.
Desirable
- Presentation of completed audit projects at local or national meetings.
- Organised or contributed to an audit project that has resulted in change
- Evidence in participation in research projects.
- Publication of research in peer reviewed journals and presentation at local and national meetings.
Communication, Relationships and Working with Colleagues
Essential
- Committed to continued self-directed learning.
- Evidence of organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and other people within a team.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a large multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable
- Development of organisational strategies.
- Evidence of change management.
- Ability to lead.
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).
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