Job summary
Applications are invited for a full timeClinical Fellowship in Diabetes Technology at the Leicester Diabetes Centre based at the Leicester General Hospital.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious doctor who wants to enhance their clinical and academic portfolio in diabetes and technology. This could be a current trainee or someone who has recently finished their specialist training and wants to broaden their experience with protected time with type 1 diabetes and technology. Prior research or technology experience is not essential, but GMC registration is required
Main duties of the job
The fellow would have the opportunity to be involved in delivery of the Hybrid Closed loop roll-out across our region as well as delivery of high impact clinical studies. They can also get involved in national or local service delivery and audit.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidate would work with the excellent Type 1 diabetes team at the Leicester General Hospital led by Professor Pratik Choudhary and would be based within the Leicester Diabetes Centre led by Professor Melanie Davies and Professor Kamlesh Khunti that is one of the largest facilities in Europe for conducting first class clinical research.
Grading for this position will be dependant on experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The candidate would work with the excellent Type 1 diabetes team at the Leicester General Hospital led by Professor Pratik Choudhary and would be based within the Leicester Diabetes Centre led by Professor Melanie Davies and Professor Kamlesh Khunti that is one of the largest facilities in Europe for conducting first class clinical research.
Grading for this position will be dependant on experience.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- GMC registration
- Eligible to reside and work in the UK
- Training in diabetes and endocrinology and some experience of using diabetes technology
Desirable
- Close to completion of training in diabetes and endocrinology or recently completed training
- Higher degree (research)
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to review and analyse data
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good communication skills with both patients and staff
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- GMC registration
- Eligible to reside and work in the UK
- Training in diabetes and endocrinology and some experience of using diabetes technology
Desirable
- Close to completion of training in diabetes and endocrinology or recently completed training
- Higher degree (research)
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to review and analyse data
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good communication skills with both patients and staff
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).
