Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a resident doctor considering a career in neurology to gain experience in clinical research, while continuing training in neurology. The postholder will divide their time equally between research and clinical duties. The post is suitable for doctors coming to the end of their IMT training or in higher specialist training who want to take time out of full-time clinical work and develop research skills. The post will be equally shared between clinical neurology research and clinical experience. Within research, the postholder will join a well-established and supportive research team of nurses, coordinators, and principal investigators, helping to build on our strong foundations in clinical research. They will play a key role in expanding our portfolio of clinical trials through our recently awarded NIHR Clinical Research Facility.
Main duties of the job
The role will be split 50:50 between research and clinical duties. A detailed timetable will be agreed with the postholder.
The Clinical Research Fellow will be supporting clinical research studies in motor neuron disease, neuromuscular diseases, epilepsy and dementia. They will be responsible for recruitment and maintaining governance of trials as well as helping set up new studies.
- To undertake appropriate clinical evaluation of the patients and other tasks for effective running of the research e.g., informed consent, administering rating scales, lumbar punctures
- To attend research meetings and seminars within the group and at scientific conferences
- To assist the Band 7 research nurse in governance and set up of clinical trials
- To undertake any necessary training and/or development
- To plan and contribute to the writing of future research proposals for funding and fellowship applications
- Attend relevant clinics e.g. MND, neuromuscular or dementia, for clinical and research development advances
The Clinical Neurology role will depend on the rotation in the post. There will be opportunity for clinic-based work, acute stroke unit care as well as acute and regional neurology work through the 2 years
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
please refer to the job description for a detailed breakdown of roles and responsibilities. Additionally, informal chats can be arranged
Job description
Job responsibilities
please refer to the job description for a detailed breakdown of roles and responsibilities. Additionally, informal chats can be arranged
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BChir (or equivalent)
- MRCP(UK) (or a waiver) This may be waived on very well written applications
- GMC registration
Desirable
- BA or BSc (or equivalent)
- MD or PhD
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in Neurology or Stroke Medicine
Management Skills
Essential
- Willingnesstocontributeto management
Audit Skills
Essential
- Previous audit
- Willingness to participate in the clinical audit programme
Desirable
Clinical Governance
Essential
- To have an understanding of the basic principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Committed to monitoring and improving clinical quality
- To build a clinical practice which is evidence based
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Must be an enthusiastic teacher
- Interested in teaching both undergraduates & postgraduates
Academic Achievement
Essential
- Demonstrable research interest
- Evidence of academic distinction
Desirable
- Papers presented at national and international meetings
- Peer reviewed publications
- Previous research experience
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Evidence of organisation and motivation
- Probity
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Pre-evaluation health screening
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BChir (or equivalent)
- MRCP(UK) (or a waiver) This may be waived on very well written applications
- GMC registration
Desirable
- BA or BSc (or equivalent)
- MD or PhD
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Experience in Neurology or Stroke Medicine
Management Skills
Essential
- Willingnesstocontributeto management
Audit Skills
Essential
- Previous audit
- Willingness to participate in the clinical audit programme
Desirable
Clinical Governance
Essential
- To have an understanding of the basic principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Committed to monitoring and improving clinical quality
- To build a clinical practice which is evidence based
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Must be an enthusiastic teacher
- Interested in teaching both undergraduates & postgraduates
Academic Achievement
Essential
- Demonstrable research interest
- Evidence of academic distinction
Desirable
- Papers presented at national and international meetings
- Peer reviewed publications
- Previous research experience
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Evidence of organisation and motivation
- Probity
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Pre-evaluation health screening
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).
