Job summary
Applications are invited for a 12 month clinical research fellow post, which offers an opportunity to support ILD (Interstitial Lung Disease) clinical trials. The group has an active research programme in domains from preclinical bench science through to applied experimental medicine and population science. The post-holder will gain experience in the management of patients with ILD, including attending the MDT, doing a weekly clinic and assisting the clinical team where needed. Applicants will be required to hold MRCP or equivalent and have experience in thoracic medicine at specialist trainee level.
Main duties of the job
1.The one - year post will provide the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in ILD clinical trials (phase 1, 2 and 3). This will be to support clinical trials (within the HLRI) in diseases including (but not limited to): Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Sarcoidosis, Connective Tissue ILDs, Rare Lung ILDs. The post holder will also be expected to contribute to the research profile of the unit work with the team to support ILD related research, as part of an agreed research programme, and to contribute to audit activities.
2.Participate in management of patients in the ILD unit under the directions of consultant(s). This provides a unique opportunity to gain understanding of the range of the diseases presenting as ILDs.
3.Participate in the work-up and investigations of those patients; develop ability to formulate an appropriate plan of both routine and emergency management of these patients.
4.The post holder will function as the member of the multi-disciplinary ILD teams.
5.Contribute to the training of junior doctors in accordance with standards required by the Royal College, Postgraduate Dean and hospital.
6.Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.
About us
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure.
Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality.
The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview.
For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tour
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- MRCP
- Attendance at relevant courses
Desirable
- Research publications in relevant areas
Experience
Essential
- Has participated in several medical training posts including respiratory medicine or cardiology.
- Achieved competencies in basic cardiopulmonary procedures, including:
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement & prioritise clinical need.
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence with potential for developing strong/complex clinical/diagnostic skills
- Has aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye-co-ordination, dexterity, visual-spatial awareness
- General respiratory/ cardiology and medical skills appropriate for level of training
- Able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, medical and non-medical colleagues and to seek advice when appropriate.
- Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving. Demonstrates an analytical and flexible mind.
- Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making ability.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, and demonstrate leadership when appropriate.
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands and follow instructions
Desirable
- Has had experience in more than one respiratory post and experience in ILD
- Bronchoscopy experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration
- Demonstrates commitment to CPD CCT, or holds recognised EA/EU
- qualification for entry on to register.
- Satisfactory references.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, distinctions, publications, other achievements
- Evidence of participation in Audit
- Evidence of contribution to teaching
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification
- MRCP
- Attendance at relevant courses
Desirable
- Research publications in relevant areas
Experience
Essential
- Has participated in several medical training posts including respiratory medicine or cardiology.
- Achieved competencies in basic cardiopulmonary procedures, including:
- Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement & prioritise clinical need.
- Demonstrates appropriate technical competence with potential for developing strong/complex clinical/diagnostic skills
- Has aptitude for practical skills, e.g. hand-eye-co-ordination, dexterity, visual-spatial awareness
- General respiratory/ cardiology and medical skills appropriate for level of training
- Able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, medical and non-medical colleagues and to seek advice when appropriate.
- Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving. Demonstrates an analytical and flexible mind.
- Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making ability.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, and demonstrate leadership when appropriate.
- Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands and follow instructions
Desirable
- Has had experience in more than one respiratory post and experience in ILD
- Bronchoscopy experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration
- Demonstrates commitment to CPD CCT, or holds recognised EA/EU
- qualification for entry on to register.
- Satisfactory references.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, distinctions, publications, other achievements
- Evidence of participation in Audit
- Evidence of contribution to teaching
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).
