Job summary
The gynaecology team have a reputation of supporting clinical research fellows to achieve publications and higher degrees. The focus of the research is spectroscopic techniques to aid rapid diagnosis of gynaecological cancer. Thelaboratory spectroscopyprojects will be conducted under the guidance of Professor Ihtesham Rehman, Lancaster University. The post holder(s) will be appointed for a period of 12 months and onsuccessfulcompletion of projects during this period time will have their contracts extended toat leasta further 12 months to complete their work programmes. The intention is that the research fellows will have sufficient academic outputs for for research exemption for sub speciality training. The posts will include 50% clinical and 50% research commitments, the aim of the clinical component is to support rapid diagnostic / gynaecological oncology but not exclusively. Any interested trainees should contact Pierre Martin-Hirsch (Pierre.martin-hirsch@lthtr.nhs.uk) or Professor Ihtesham Rehman academic supervisor Lancaster University (i.u.rehman@lancaster.ac.uk)
Main duties of the job
The post will carry a 50:50 laboratory/clinical split with active research across both elements. Opportunities for substantial research and training in novel micro-spectroscopic technology in conjunction with gene-expression platforms to develop new diagnostic strategies are available. The post is designed for candidates who wish to pursue a clinical or academic career in gynaecological oncology. It is intended that clinical research will be undertaken within the clinical programme.
Initial appointment will be for one year with extension for one to two years. University registration will be for MSc; this will be upgraded to MD following the 1st year, subject to satisfactory progress. If an appropriate standard is achieved by the end of the second year, a submission for MD will then occur. Salary based on previous training, experience and proven ability to carry out clinical duties at Specialist Trainee level and research potential. Clinical supervision will be by P Martin-Hirsch.
About us
Our purpose is to be recognised as the centre for acute and specialised hospital services in Lancashire and South Cumbria, providing:
- The highest standards of compassionate, safe care that gives our patients a positive experience
- Excelling in research, innovation and teaching
- Developing our staff to reach their potential
- Improving the health and wellbeing of our diverse communities
Our Aims are as follows:
- To expand and develop specialised and tertiary services
- To deliver local services for Preston, Chorley and South Ribble
- To enhance our workforce and our reputation through education, research and innovation
Our delivery strategies set out our plans to enable us to achieve our aims :
- Quality Strategy - 'Safe, Reliable and Compassionate'
- Organisational Development and Workforce Strategy
- IT Strategy
- Operational Effectiveness Strategy
- Clinical service strategies
Our Values
Our values were developed in consultation with staff in 2010, our values define the actions, behaviours and attitudes we expect from every member of staff and living by our values will ensure that colleagues, patients, families and others are always treated in the right way, our values are as follows:
- Being Caring and compassionate
- Recognising Individuality
- Seeking to Involve
- Building Team Spirit
- Taking Personal Responsibility
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
- What we can offer
- Job Plan/On-call Requirements
- The Team
As you may know the Government passed legislation requiring vaccination as a condition of deployment which was due to come in from 1 April 2022. However on the 31 Jan 2022 the Secretary of State has announced that this is being reconsidered. However, whilst we wait for further guidance, as a Trust we have made the decision to continue to gather vaccine status during our pre-employment stages should you be made an offer, no offer would be conditional upon you having a vaccine but we need to make you aware that if the decision is taken by the government to implement mandated covid vaccines in the future then your employment may be at risk if you do not have these.
Vaccination against is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and, of course, your patients from the virus. NHS England and NHS Improvement have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to be vaccinated
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on:
- What we can offer
- Job Plan/On-call Requirements
- The Team
As you may know the Government passed legislation requiring vaccination as a condition of deployment which was due to come in from 1 April 2022. However on the 31 Jan 2022 the Secretary of State has announced that this is being reconsidered. However, whilst we wait for further guidance, as a Trust we have made the decision to continue to gather vaccine status during our pre-employment stages should you be made an offer, no offer would be conditional upon you having a vaccine but we need to make you aware that if the decision is taken by the government to implement mandated covid vaccines in the future then your employment may be at risk if you do not have these.
Vaccination against is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and, of course, your patients from the virus. NHS England and NHS Improvement have always been clear that staff have a professional duty to be vaccinated
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Intercalated degree
- Completion of Part 2 of postgraduate qualification (MRCOG)
- Current NTN holder with ARCP outcome 1
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence based medicine
- Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance
- 3 years post-registration experience in O&G
- Able to supervise the management of labour ward with senior cover
- Able to undertake emergency obstetric and gynaecological surgery
Desirable
- Delivery of audit projects to include closure of the audit loop
- Delivery of change management projects
- Delivery of patient safety projects
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Previous experience of multi-disciplinary team working
- Knowledge and experience of research process
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and Licence to Practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Intercalated degree
- Completion of Part 2 of postgraduate qualification (MRCOG)
- Current NTN holder with ARCP outcome 1
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence based medicine
- Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance
- 3 years post-registration experience in O&G
- Able to supervise the management of labour ward with senior cover
- Able to undertake emergency obstetric and gynaecological surgery
Desirable
- Delivery of audit projects to include closure of the audit loop
- Delivery of change management projects
- Delivery of patient safety projects
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Previous experience of multi-disciplinary team working
- Knowledge and experience of research process
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).
