Job summary
We
are inviting applicants to join our busy but welcoming childrens research team
from September 2025 for 12 months. Leeds Childrens Hospital is research active
with over 140 studies ongoing and up to 1000 patients recruited per year. We
have a dedicated clinical research facility that provides a specialist
environment for the safe delivery of complex treatments. Leeds Childrens
Hospital are delighted to offer the unique opportunity for a Paediatric Junior
Doctor to gain experience of clinical research delivery alongside developing
their own research study. We are privileged to have a dedicated Childrens
Clinical Research Fellow (CCRF) to support research activity.
Leeds childrens research team are a fantastic,
friendly and highly motivated team consisting of nurses, medics, data mangers
and clinical trials assistants. Based within a large Teaching Hospital catering
for a population of over 1 million people, and up to 3 million people in the
wider region. We deliver care for a wide range of paediatric specialties,
including but not limited to respiratory, diabetes, general surgery, oncology,
neonates and neuromuscular.
Main duties of the job
We
are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable
of contributing to the development of research within our team. The role of
Clinical Research Fellow (CCRF) has two main aims: 1. Working within the
existing research team and offering senior medical support on the Clinical
Research Facility. 2. Developing a research project of your own the aim is to
place a paediatric higher-level trainee on the path to a career in clinical
research. The post holder will be a key member of the clinical research team.
They will assist in the medical management, co-ordination and facilitation of
clinical trial activities. We support all new team members with a 4 week
induction programme which includes training opportunities delivered by the research
and innovation training academy. All fellows are allocated a clinical
supervisor within the department.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in research
at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients. We believe
that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide better care to
our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality clinical
research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to support and
grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for research and
innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been developed
by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
-
Fair
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Accountable
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Empowered
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds
Childrens Hospital are delighted to offer the unique opportunity for a
Paediatric Junior Doctor to gain experience of clinical research delivery
alongside developing their own research study. This post will provide the
foundation and springboard for a PhD/MD project and a long term future career
as a clinical academic in a child health related discipline.
Leeds
Childrens Hospital is research active with over 100 studies ongoing and 1000
patients recruited per year, on average.
As
Childrens Clinical Research Fellow you will:
Be given the time and resources to develop your own research interest, in an
area of your choice, in association with an existing research team in Leeds
Receive supervision from both the Research Lead for Leeds Childrens Hospital,
Professor Adam Glaser, and a consultant clinical supervisor involved in
research within your chosen area of interest
Act as a bridge between the clinical, ward-based teams and the childrens
research delivery teams to increase awareness of research activity within the
hospital
Train and support junior doctors, consultants, nursing staff and allied health
professionals on the wards about ongoing research in their area
Attend Grand rounds and morning hand overs to highlight patients that could be
approached for specific studies
Assist with the recruitment process including consent, randomisation, and study
initiation for patients
Identify studies in speciality areas where recruitment could be increased and
facilitate this
Make Research an Always Event by ensuring all available opportunities to be
involved in research are offered to families at Leeds Childrens Hospital
Screen the paediatric wards daily for potential research participants. The key
studies in each area will be highlighted to you by the members of the
Childrens Research team who cover each area
Increase your own skills and learning in research by attending
o
Courses provided by NIHR learn including a P.I. essentials course
o
Regional training provided by LTHT Research Academy
Provide support for the consultants of Leeds Childrens Hospital who are
Principal Investigators on studies by:
o
Independently undertaking study visits on the Childrens Clinical Research
Facility (CCRF) alongside the research nursing team
o
Providing procedure support such as venepuncture and cannulation on the CCRF
It
is expected that 50% of the Fellows time will be spent working with the
Childrens Research Delivery and Childrens CRF team and 50% will be spent
developing their own clinical research interests in association with an
established clinical research team in Leeds.
To support the Fellows clinical training, one session
each week will be spent in NHS care delivery e.g. ward work or specialty clinic
in an area appropriate for the development needs of the Fellow. Night shift on
call work is not compatible with this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leeds
Childrens Hospital are delighted to offer the unique opportunity for a
Paediatric Junior Doctor to gain experience of clinical research delivery
alongside developing their own research study. This post will provide the
foundation and springboard for a PhD/MD project and a long term future career
as a clinical academic in a child health related discipline.
Leeds
Childrens Hospital is research active with over 100 studies ongoing and 1000
patients recruited per year, on average.
As
Childrens Clinical Research Fellow you will:
Be given the time and resources to develop your own research interest, in an
area of your choice, in association with an existing research team in Leeds
Receive supervision from both the Research Lead for Leeds Childrens Hospital,
Professor Adam Glaser, and a consultant clinical supervisor involved in
research within your chosen area of interest
Act as a bridge between the clinical, ward-based teams and the childrens
research delivery teams to increase awareness of research activity within the
hospital
Train and support junior doctors, consultants, nursing staff and allied health
professionals on the wards about ongoing research in their area
Attend Grand rounds and morning hand overs to highlight patients that could be
approached for specific studies
Assist with the recruitment process including consent, randomisation, and study
initiation for patients
Identify studies in speciality areas where recruitment could be increased and
facilitate this
Make Research an Always Event by ensuring all available opportunities to be
involved in research are offered to families at Leeds Childrens Hospital
Screen the paediatric wards daily for potential research participants. The key
studies in each area will be highlighted to you by the members of the
Childrens Research team who cover each area
Increase your own skills and learning in research by attending
o
Courses provided by NIHR learn including a P.I. essentials course
o
Regional training provided by LTHT Research Academy
Provide support for the consultants of Leeds Childrens Hospital who are
Principal Investigators on studies by:
o
Independently undertaking study visits on the Childrens Clinical Research
Facility (CCRF) alongside the research nursing team
o
Providing procedure support such as venepuncture and cannulation on the CCRF
It
is expected that 50% of the Fellows time will be spent working with the
Childrens Research Delivery and Childrens CRF team and 50% will be spent
developing their own clinical research interests in association with an
established clinical research team in Leeds.
To support the Fellows clinical training, one session
each week will be spent in NHS care delivery e.g. ward work or specialty clinic
in an area appropriate for the development needs of the Fellow. Night shift on
call work is not compatible with this post.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS.
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty.
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research.
- Experience in the conduct of clinical pharmacology studies. Experience of supervising / training others
- Good understanding and experience of the regulatory environment for clinical trials and clinical research in the UK.
- Extensive post graduate paediatric experience
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
- Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job
- Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
Desirable
- Familiarity with principles of clinical research, including ethics, pharmacokinetics, human toxicology, statistics and pharmacodynamic assessment.
- Basic knowledge of statistics
- Research Skills: demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
- Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity
- Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confi
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
- Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others perspectives.
- Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision making.
- Directs and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision making.
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team.
- Managing others & team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
- Organisation & planning: capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
Desirable
- Evidence of original research
- Evidence of oral/poster presentations at national/international meetings
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent with full valid GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise.
- Recent APLS training allowing direct medical responsibility for human investigations in children in the UK. Completion of MRCPCH.
- Up to date GCP training.
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
- Evidence of achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in a relevant specialty at time of application and likelihood of achieving ST2/CT2 competences in a relevant specialty by the start date of the post.
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely
- Demonstratable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS.
- Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job, specialty.
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
- Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research.
- Experience in the conduct of clinical pharmacology studies. Experience of supervising / training others
- Good understanding and experience of the regulatory environment for clinical trials and clinical research in the UK.
- Extensive post graduate paediatric experience
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
- Teaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the job
- Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job
Desirable
- Familiarity with principles of clinical research, including ethics, pharmacokinetics, human toxicology, statistics and pharmacodynamic assessment.
- Basic knowledge of statistics
- Research Skills: demonstrates understanding of the principles of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievements
- Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity
- Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confi
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
- Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others perspectives.
- Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision making.
- Directs and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision making.
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professionals in the team.
- Managing others & team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
- Organisation & planning: capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
Desirable
- Evidence of original research
- Evidence of oral/poster presentations at national/international meetings
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent with full valid GMC Registration and hold a licence to practise.
- Recent APLS training allowing direct medical responsibility for human investigations in children in the UK. Completion of MRCPCH.
- Up to date GCP training.
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
- Evidence of achievement of ST1/CT1 competences in a relevant specialty at time of application and likelihood of achieving ST2/CT2 competences in a relevant specialty by the start date of the post.
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practise safely
- Demonstratable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
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).
