Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Clinical Research Fellows to join our Renal Medicine team, undertaking research alongside clinical training. The fellows will be based in the Trusts's Donal O'Donoghue Renal Research Centre (DRRC).
20% of the post-holder's time will be spent on clinical training within the renal team (possibility of participating in the renal SpR on call rota (1 in 7)). 80% of time will be dedicated to research, undertaking projects to enable the completion of an MD or PhD at the University of Manchester.
Within the time allocated for research there will be opportunity to gain experience in clinical trial activity.
One post holder will focus on research in the hepato-renal axis which will eventually contribute to development of a hepato-renal service
The 2nd postholder will focus on health inequalities in chronic kidney disease. They will collaborate with public health and cardiology academics to investigate the intersection of chronic kidney disease (CKD) with social determinants of health and multiple long-term conditions (LTCs).
Salary will be in the range of ST3 to ST7, depending on relevant experience, training and qualifications. Posts will be for 24 months in the first instance, with a target start date in the autumn 2025 (or early 2026).
We are open to informal visits. Enquiries can be made by contacting Keeley Tannahill (keeley.tannahill@nca.nhs.uk), PA to Professor Kalra, Director of the DRRC.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join an established team to undertake research in renal medicine. They will split their time between:
Undertaking a specific research project in renal medicine (0.8 wte) which will enable the registration for and eventual submission of an MD or PhD at the University of Manchester.
Clinical training opportunities in inpatient and outpatient renal medicine (0.2 wte) with the possibility of participating in the renal SpR on call rota (1 in 7), depending on stage of training.
About us
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester.
Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS Trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to MBChB and MRCP level.
- MSc/BSc
Professional Registration
Essential
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Experience of practising renal medicine during IMT training or at ST level.
- Ability to assess and manage adult medical patients in the relevant specialty.
- Ability to record accurate and complete medical notes.
- Commitment to academic medicine.
- Basic understanding of research principles and epidemiology.
- A significant understanding of renal science, good general medicine capability.
- Good IT literacy
- Able to attend academic meetings in the UK and abroad.
- Current ALS certificate.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the relevant literature relating to the research project.
- Previous research experience and publications.
- Prior GCP training/certification.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- Flexibility and a 'can do' attitude.
- Punctuality and dependability
- Evidence of personal initiative.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified to MBChB and MRCP level.
- MSc/BSc
Professional Registration
Essential
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Experience of practising renal medicine during IMT training or at ST level.
- Ability to assess and manage adult medical patients in the relevant specialty.
- Ability to record accurate and complete medical notes.
- Commitment to academic medicine.
- Basic understanding of research principles and epidemiology.
- A significant understanding of renal science, good general medicine capability.
- Good IT literacy
- Able to attend academic meetings in the UK and abroad.
- Current ALS certificate.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the relevant literature relating to the research project.
- Previous research experience and publications.
- Prior GCP training/certification.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- Flexibility and a 'can do' attitude.
- Punctuality and dependability
- Evidence of personal initiative.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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).