Job summary
We
are recruiting to an exciting new post of a Research Doctor in Respiratory and
Immunology.
We
have a varied portfolio of both academic and commercial studies across the 2
specialities including, but not limited to the disease areas of ILD, Asthma,
COPD, MND, Pleural, Ventilation and Sleep within Respiratory and Hereditary
Angio Oedema, Vexus, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria, Common Variable
Immunodeficiency Disease and Allergy.
The
successful candidate will work across both specialities and preferably have
prior experience in Respiratory Medicine and/or Immunology. The candidate must
have MRCP part 1 and have completed IMT1 training or equivalent. The successful
candidate should be interested in and have an appreciation of the value of
research and GCP.
The
successful candidate will be embedded in the friendly and motivated Research
Delivery team based across St James Hospital and in our research clinic area in
Chancellor Wing. They will be delegated to work on studies under the
supervision of the relevant PI.
They
will be responsible for all aspects of clinical studies, from pre-screening,
identifying and consenting patients, medical examinations, prescriptions,
review blood results, AE/SAE reporting, all of which need to be performed as
per trial schedules and in adherence to GCP.
In addition to clinical research activities, the
candidate would be encouraged to undertake the NIHR associate PI scheme and
would be supported to pursue their own research projects.
Main duties of the job
Responsible
for day to day running of clinical research projects, in particular for patient
recruitment, enrolment, follow-up and data entry and answering any queries.
Ensure
the safety of all participants through review and management of blood results
,adverse events and protocol compliance.
They will raise the profile of our portfolio and
studies on the wards and outpatient areas and the wider community groups
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:
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Patient-centred
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Collaborative
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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
To oversee the delivery of a portfolio of
interventional clinical trials that test new treatments for Respiratory and
Immunology patients. These will include a variety of academic and clinical
studies from phase 2 to phase 4. Duties will include consenting patients into
trials, working with clinical teams on wards and outpatients, and working with
our established and experienced research nursing team to support care and
ensure the safety of patients in those trials. The successful candidate will
also have opportunity to join Immunology and Respiratory outpatient clinics for
the purpose of their overall medical training and gaining some experience
within the specialties. There may also be the opportunity to support a range of
other trials within R & I where medical input/cover is required ,although
this is dependent on the size of the respiratory and immunology portfolio.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To oversee the delivery of a portfolio of
interventional clinical trials that test new treatments for Respiratory and
Immunology patients. These will include a variety of academic and clinical
studies from phase 2 to phase 4. Duties will include consenting patients into
trials, working with clinical teams on wards and outpatients, and working with
our established and experienced research nursing team to support care and
ensure the safety of patients in those trials. The successful candidate will
also have opportunity to join Immunology and Respiratory outpatient clinics for
the purpose of their overall medical training and gaining some experience
within the specialties. There may also be the opportunity to support a range of
other trials within R & I where medical input/cover is required ,although
this is dependent on the size of the respiratory and immunology portfolio.
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; c
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)
- Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
- Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s)
- Evidence of self-reflective practice
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- At least 2 years experience in medical specialities by the time of intended start date
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
- Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty
Experience
Essential
- 24 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- work in partnership with patients
- work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
- be honest and open and act with integrity
- never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues
- never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of IMT1 competencies in medicine (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; c
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)
- Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
- Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s)
- Evidence of self-reflective practice
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- At least 2 years experience in medical specialities by the time of intended start date
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
- Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty
Experience
Essential
- 24 months experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
- make the care or your patient your first concern
- provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- work in partnership with patients
- work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
- be honest and open and act with integrity
- never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues
- never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of IMT1 competencies in medicine (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
Desirable
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
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
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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).
