Job summary
Senior Clinical Research Fellow in Epilepsy and EEG
12 months (Fixed Term 1 year ) - Part time - 30 hours per week
this clinical research fellowship is intended to allow an experienced neurology/neurophysiology trainee to obtain experience, both academically and clinically, over a one-year period in Epilepsy and EEG. This post will provide experience to allow a successful fellow to offer himself/herself for future appointments to consultant positions, with an academic interest in Epilepsy and/or EEG. To achieve this the trainee will be given experience in the following broad areas.
1. The opportunity to conduct research into epilepsy and publish research papers in peer reviewed journals. The research activities will include clinical studies and investigations using scalp and intracranial EEG recordings.
2. The fellow will be expected to attend one national/ international meeting and present abstracts, critical to enhance to international reputation if the department.
3. The assessment, investigation and treatment of patients with epilepsy, and experience of the prolonged Video EEG recording techniques involved in management of these patients.
4. The participation in a multi-disciplinary team epilepsy surgery meeting consisting of neurophysiologists, neuroradiologists, neurologists, psychologists, psychiatrists and specialist nurses.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Identifying and including patients to clinical research studies adopted to national portfolio and registered with CRN leading to peer reviewed publications and international presentations; according to the protocols approved by the Research Ethics Committee, and according to the principles of Good Clinical Practice
2. Collecting and performing analysis in research data and writing manuscripts for scientific publications in peer reviewed journals
3. Leading or contributing in audits and service evaluation activities
4. Contributing to academic activities as well as clinical duties with training in the department as appropriate.
5. Reporting outpatient adult and children EEGs
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 more than 15,000 staff based across South East London.
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is 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 aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Taking the clinical history and reporting of inpatient presurgical or diagnostic scalp video-EEG telemetries
2. Taking the clinical history and reporting home video telemetries
3. Attending and presenting cases in the weekly multidisciplinary team epilepsy surgery meeting
4. Attending complex epilepsy or other specialist epilepsy clinics
5. We will encourage the post holder to develop their own research interests
6. Any other duties appropriate to the grade as directed by the supervisor
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details of the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. Taking the clinical history and reporting of inpatient presurgical or diagnostic scalp video-EEG telemetries
2. Taking the clinical history and reporting home video telemetries
3. Attending and presenting cases in the weekly multidisciplinary team epilepsy surgery meeting
4. Attending complex epilepsy or other specialist epilepsy clinics
5. We will encourage the post holder to develop their own research interests
6. Any other duties appropriate to the grade as directed by the supervisor
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details of the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for registration with the GMC
- MB BS (or equivalent).
- MD or equivalent.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in Neurology.
- At least close to completion of CCT.
Desirable
- Exposure to Electroencephalography or Epilepsy
- Commitment to a career in Neurology or Neurophysiology.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Knowledge and experience in elective and emergency neurology
- Ability to prioritize clinical need
- Ability to organise oneself & own workload.
- 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).
- MD or equivalent.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in Neurology.
- At least close to completion of CCT.
Desirable
- Exposure to Electroencephalography or Epilepsy
- Commitment to a career in Neurology or Neurophysiology.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Knowledge and experience in elective and emergency neurology
- Ability to prioritize clinical need
- Ability to organise oneself & own workload.
- 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).
