Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Fellow (ST3-5) in Gastroenterology (IBD Trials)

The closing date is 08 October 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of a Clinical Research Fellow (ST3-5) in Gastroenterology (IBD Trials). This post is available to commence as soon as possible for 12 months.The post will initially be for 1 year but depending on satisfactory progress, the post could be extended for up to 2 years.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be mainly involved in recruiting participants to clinical trials in inflammatory bowel disease. As part of this, the applicant will be expected to contribute to a minimum of two IBD clinics and scheduled colonoscopy visits for patients. The applicant will also be expected to contribute to other, commercial (clinical trials) and investigator-led research activities and work closely with research nurses as well as existing clinical research fellows within the department. Depending on the candidate's interest, there will be an opportunity to develop a programme of research.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application is required.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-CRF-5207

Job locations

Addenbrooke’s Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties of this post include a commitment to the provision of an endoscopy and outpatient clinics. These sessions are worked at flexible times planned one month in advance to cover leave and Consultant ward commitments. Applicants should be at the mid point or near the end of their specialist training and independent in Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy. Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties of this post include a commitment to the provision of an endoscopy and outpatient clinics. These sessions are worked at flexible times planned one month in advance to cover leave and Consultant ward commitments. Applicants should be at the mid point or near the end of their specialist training and independent in Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy. Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

Shortlistable

Essential

  • Agreement that the essential longlisting is met
  • Completion of IMT with a minimum of 4 months experience in Gastroenterology in the UK or equivalent
  • Certified competence in Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy
  • Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures
Person Specification

Shortlistable

Essential

  • Agreement that the essential longlisting is met
  • Completion of IMT with a minimum of 4 months experience in Gastroenterology in the UK or equivalent
  • Certified competence in Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy
  • Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke’s Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke’s Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Gastroenterologist and lead for IBD

Dr Tim Raine

tim.raine@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

01 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-CRF-5207

Job locations

Addenbrooke’s Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


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