Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior research fellow at ST8/ post-CCT level to join the Department of Neurosurgery at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust from August 2023, for a period of 1 year in the first instance (renewable for a further years pending performance).This is to replace the current fellow at the end of contract.
The Department of Neurosurgery at King's College Hospital is part of one of the largest Regional Neuroscience Units in the UK and the appointee to this post will work closely with Prof Ashkan, the academic lead, and his team on a range of commercial and non commercial research projects and studies. The main focus of the research will be Deep Brain Stimulation although the fellow may at times be required to help with other neuroscience research.
The successful candidate will join Prof Ashkan's experienced research team and will work on multiple ongoing projects. There will also be opportunity to develop own research. The appointee will have the opportunity to attend clinical sessions and take part in the on call rota pending agreement of the research and clinical teams.
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the role please contact:
Prof Keyoumars Ashkan, Professor of Neurosurgery and Academic Lead for Neurosurgery on k.ashkan@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
This role will allow an experienced neurosurgical trainee to obtain experience, both academically and clinically, over a two year period (pending performance in the first year) in functional neurosurgery (Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)). This post will provide experience sufficient to allow a successful fellow to offer himself/herself for appointment to a consultant position, with an academic interest, involving a substantial commitment to DBS. To achieve this the trainee will be given experience in the following broad areas.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1, The opportunity to conduct research into functional neurosurgery and publish research papers in peer reviewed journals. The research activities will include recruitment into clinical and basic science studies, investigations of anatomy and physiology of DBS targets, optimization of surgical workflow, optimization of DBS therapy, increased awareness and acceptability of the therapy amongst referrers.
2, The fellow will be expected to attend two national/ international meetings each year and present abstracts, critical to enhance to international reputation if the department.
3, The assessment, investigation and treatment of patients undergoing functional neurosurgery in particular those with movement disorders and intractable pain, and experience of the operative techniques involved in treating these patients.
4, The participation in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of functional neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists and specialist nurses.
A detailed job description and summary of essential and desirable criteria of applicants can be found in the attached document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1, The opportunity to conduct research into functional neurosurgery and publish research papers in peer reviewed journals. The research activities will include recruitment into clinical and basic science studies, investigations of anatomy and physiology of DBS targets, optimization of surgical workflow, optimization of DBS therapy, increased awareness and acceptability of the therapy amongst referrers.
2, The fellow will be expected to attend two national/ international meetings each year and present abstracts, critical to enhance to international reputation if the department.
3, The assessment, investigation and treatment of patients undergoing functional neurosurgery in particular those with movement disorders and intractable pain, and experience of the operative techniques involved in treating these patients.
4, The participation in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of functional neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists and specialist nurses.
A detailed job description and summary of essential and desirable criteria of applicants can be found in the attached document.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for registration with the GMC
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- FRCS (Neurosurgery)
Desirable
- PhD, MD (original research)
- CCT
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in general neurosurgery
- At least close to completion of CCT
Desirable
- Exposure to functional neurosurgery
- Commitment to a career in functional neurosurgery
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Knowledge and experience in elective and emergency neurosurgery
- Ability to prioritize clinical need
- Ability to organise oneself & own work
- Evidence of participation and active involvement in audit projects/ research
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Previous publications/ presentations
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for registration with the GMC
- MB BS (or equivalent)
- FRCS (Neurosurgery)
Desirable
- PhD, MD (original research)
- CCT
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in general neurosurgery
- At least close to completion of CCT
Desirable
- Exposure to functional neurosurgery
- Commitment to a career in functional neurosurgery
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Knowledge and experience in elective and emergency neurosurgery
- Ability to prioritize clinical need
- Ability to organise oneself & own work
- Evidence of participation and active involvement in audit projects/ research
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Desirable
- Previous publications/ presentations
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).
