Job summary
We are offering one research fellowship posts in General Surgery (Breast or Gastrointestinal). This is a great opportunity for experienced surgical trainees to undertake research whilst developing their clinical skills.
The posts will consist of 50% research and 50% clinical work, including half a slot on the 1 in 10 emergency on call rota. General Surgical Unit comprises 14 GI Surgeons with specialist interests in Bariatric, Upper GI and Colorectal Surgery and 5 Breast Surgeons performing a full range of Oncoplastic and reconstructive surgeries.
The GI and Breast Units have an excellent reputation for training, and this will be a great opportunity for the right candidate to further their career. The post holder would be expected to register for a doctoral degree (either an MD or PhD) with the University of Sheffield. Posts would be for two years (with an option to extend for a further year if candidates wished to undertake a PhD). A range of projects are available across both Gastrointestinal Surgery and Breast Surgery. Projects may be clinical or laboratory based or a mixture of the two. The academic component of the research will be undertaken by Prof. Lynda Wyld.
Candidates will be expected to be at the level of ST3 or above and hold GMC registration.
Main duties of the job
The posts will be based at Doncaster Royal Infirmary but may involve working on other sites occasionally. The post holder will take part in the on call rota at higher trainee (Resident) level, working half of a 1:11 on call slot, covering acute General Surgery and Vascular patients. There is a core trainee, FY1 and a consultant (both General Surgery and Vascular) on call at all times, with support from ANPs and SAS doctors for much of the time during working hours.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Pleaseensure that you read both documents carefully. This Job involves developing and conducting clinical research, and registering for a higher research degree at the University of Sheffield (MD or PhD). Please include details in the "Other" section of your application as to why you wish to undertake such research and what experience you have that would make you suitable for this.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a Job Description and Person Specification for further details. Pleaseensure that you read both documents carefully. This Job involves developing and conducting clinical research, and registering for a higher research degree at the University of Sheffield (MD or PhD). Please include details in the "Other" section of your application as to why you wish to undertake such research and what experience you have that would make you suitable for this.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBchB/MBBS or equivalent
- Completion of Core Surgery training or equivalent experience
- Applicants must have full GMC registration and continue to hold a Licence to Practise
- MRCS Part 1 & 2
Experience and Achievements
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate clinical experience and competence in a range of common surgical conditions expected of a doctor at ST3 and above level
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of problems within the Speciality and to support the resident medical colleagues and nursing team.
- Competence in procedural skills relevant to the level of the post
- At least 2 years of managing general surgical emergencies
Desirable
- Ability and willingness to learn from colleagues, senior and other sources.
Teaching and training
Desirable
- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of medical students, resident colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
Audit and Research
Essential
- The post holder must be eligible to register for a doctoral degree (either an MD or PhD) with the University of Sheffield.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment
Essential
- Good communication and empathy skills with patients
- Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
- Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate colleagues where necessary
- Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical colleagues
Desirable
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues Involvement in teaching undergraduate medical students and other trainees in professions allied to medicine
- Respect Diversity - Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBchB/MBBS or equivalent
- Completion of Core Surgery training or equivalent experience
- Applicants must have full GMC registration and continue to hold a Licence to Practise
- MRCS Part 1 & 2
Experience and Achievements
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate clinical experience and competence in a range of common surgical conditions expected of a doctor at ST3 and above level
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinions on a range of problems within the Speciality and to support the resident medical colleagues and nursing team.
- Competence in procedural skills relevant to the level of the post
- At least 2 years of managing general surgical emergencies
Desirable
- Ability and willingness to learn from colleagues, senior and other sources.
Teaching and training
Desirable
- Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of medical students, resident colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
Audit and Research
Essential
- The post holder must be eligible to register for a doctoral degree (either an MD or PhD) with the University of Sheffield.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment
Essential
- Good communication and empathy skills with patients
- Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
- Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate colleagues where necessary
- Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical colleagues
Desirable
- Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues Involvement in teaching undergraduate medical students and other trainees in professions allied to medicine
- Respect Diversity - Seeks to develop an understanding of different groups and individuals and ensures equitable and appropriate treatment for all
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).
