Job summary
The Department of Neurology at the Royal London Hospital is a vibrant and expanding department, embedded in the culturally diverse district of east London. An exciting opportunity has arisen to employ a Clinical Fellow in Neurology, grade ST4. This post would primarily cover the Neurology Planned Investigation Unit/ Day Case Unit at the Royal London Hospital, based on ward 11D. This would be an excellent opportunity for a resident doctor with an interest in and/or experience in neurology and research to gain further experience and training in a busy and established teaching hospital. We actively encourage training and attendance at regular CPD team meetings.
Main duties of the job
The clinical trials work takes place on ward 11D. You will work in an enthusiastic, friendly specialist unit, based in state-of-the-art facilities in the newly built Royal London Hospital in the East End of London. This job will focus on clinical support for a portfolio of neurological trials and studies. You could be a part of new emerging treatments for neurology as well as improving the experience and quality of life of patients with chronic neurological conditions. The trials will include a range of neurological conditions, including chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), multiple sclerosis (MS), motor neuron disease (MND) and epilepsy. This job will focus on identification of patients who are eligible for trials, recruitment and care of participants taking part in trials. The role will involve conducting specialist assessments as per trial protocols. This job will offer the applicant the opportunity to explore areas of clinical research as well as performing clinical duties in a supportive environment with scope to grow both professionally and clinically.
This post would not include any on call or out of hours work, and is tenable for 12 months (in the first instance).
Please direct any queries to:
Klaus Schmierer, PhD FRCPProfessor of NeurologyDepartment of Neurologyklausschmierer@nhs.netk.schmierer@qmul.ac.uk
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
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Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK-registerable (GMC) basic medical qualification
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in neurology
- Experience in medical research
- Experience handling scientific data
- Computer literacy and experience of using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Desirable
- Presentations at national and international meetings
- Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education
- Peer reviewed publications
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research design and methodology
- Ongoing interest in continuing professional development (CPD)
- Understanding of GDPR legislation
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical knowledge, assessed at level of seniority
- Understanding of the research process
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to maintain accurate and up to date records
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work and research within the project timetable
- Proficient in performing lumbar puncture
- Proficient in venepunture and cannulation
Other
Essential
- Flexible, co-operative and professional approach to work
- Self-motivated and hardworking
- Willing to learn new skills
- Good health record and general health as required for the duties of the post
- The ability to meet UK 'right to work' requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- UK-registerable (GMC) basic medical qualification
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in neurology
- Experience in medical research
- Experience handling scientific data
- Computer literacy and experience of using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Desirable
- Presentations at national and international meetings
- Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education
- Peer reviewed publications
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research design and methodology
- Ongoing interest in continuing professional development (CPD)
- Understanding of GDPR legislation
Skills
Essential
- Excellent clinical knowledge, assessed at level of seniority
- Understanding of the research process
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to maintain accurate and up to date records
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to organise and prioritise own work and research within the project timetable
- Proficient in performing lumbar puncture
- Proficient in venepunture and cannulation
Other
Essential
- Flexible, co-operative and professional approach to work
- Self-motivated and hardworking
- Willing to learn new skills
- Good health record and general health as required for the duties of the post
- The ability to meet UK 'right to work' requirements
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).
