Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Fixed Term Research Fellow, within the Burns Department, in the department of Burns and Plastic Surgery. The post will be based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, part of the University Hospital Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. This post will be for a period of 12 months.
We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate wanting to increase their experience in research whilst gaining clinical experience in the management of burns in one of the largest Burns Centres in the UK. The job provides an opportunity to participate in all stages of burns research, with the potential to apply for further funding to continue. The department has a long history of research activity with regular participation in national and international meetings.
This is a research post funded by the University Hospitals Birmingham to support research in Burn Surgery. The post holder will be supported by other research staff including research nurses, technical staff and trial administrators.
Main duties of the job
The principal duties will include:
1) Supporting the delivery of ongoing clinical research trials within the department.
2) Generating feasibility data to support new grant applications/fellowships
3) Analysis of data; with potential to present at conferences/ meetings and assist with writing publications
4) Liaising with other medical, nursing and therapy staff within the burn surgery team and as appropriate and contributing to the clinical service and trials currently ongoing.
5) Gaining experience in the assessment and management of patients within the department of burn surgery.
6) Participating in daily burns acute Hot Clinics
7) Participating in daily ward round
The post holder will be an active member of relevant clinical trials carried out with tasks delegated according to the study protocol. The post holder will be expected to complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and to comply with MHRA and Trust regulations in regard to clinical research.
Whist this is not a training post, it is envisaged that the post-holder will gain considerable experience and knowledge in the medical and surgical management of burns.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will involve carrying out evidence synthesis, assisting with protocol development, participating in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) groups, ethical and R&D permissions, patient identification and enrolment in active trials, data analysis and potential for presentation and publication. In addition, due to a strong presence in the acute burns Hot Clinic, and on the ward, it is expected that the candidate will engage with all aspects of the acute management of burns patients and gain clinical knowledge and improved operative skills to assist in a future career in burns and plastic surgery. This will include ward rounds, some involvement in operating lists, clinic, assessment of acute patients in Hot Clinic, participating in weekly burns MDTs, departmental teaching, and audit and quality improvement projects.
The appointee must demonstrate that they have a background interest in burns and plastic surgery and have successfully completed Foundation Training. They should have completed Core Surgical training and have passed MRCS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post will involve carrying out evidence synthesis, assisting with protocol development, participating in Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) groups, ethical and R&D permissions, patient identification and enrolment in active trials, data analysis and potential for presentation and publication. In addition, due to a strong presence in the acute burns Hot Clinic, and on the ward, it is expected that the candidate will engage with all aspects of the acute management of burns patients and gain clinical knowledge and improved operative skills to assist in a future career in burns and plastic surgery. This will include ward rounds, some involvement in operating lists, clinic, assessment of acute patients in Hot Clinic, participating in weekly burns MDTs, departmental teaching, and audit and quality improvement projects.
The appointee must demonstrate that they have a background interest in burns and plastic surgery and have successfully completed Foundation Training. They should have completed Core Surgical training and have passed MRCS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Full registration with the General Medical Council GMC, with licence to practice.
- *Completion of Foundation Years
Experience
Essential
- *Actively working as an SHO or SpR or equivalent in Plastic Surgery
- *Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team demonstrated by 360 degree feedback
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- *Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- *Regular participation in audit and service evaluations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Full registration with the General Medical Council GMC, with licence to practice.
- *Completion of Foundation Years
Experience
Essential
- *Actively working as an SHO or SpR or equivalent in Plastic Surgery
- *Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team demonstrated by 360 degree feedback
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- *Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- *Regular participation in audit and service evaluations.
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).
