South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow - Cardiology

The closing date is 30 June 2025

Job summary

Please note that this vacancy will close when we receive sufficient completed applications.

1 x 12 month, 1 x 24 month

We are looking to appoint two clinical research fellows within the cardiothoracic and vascular collaborative. The Mark de Belder research fellow post will be suitable for a doctor with a research interest that can include all areas of Cardiology in addition there is a Tertiary EP fellow post for a trainee with a specific interest in EP. The successful applicants will join busy clinical Cardiology/Cardiothoracic research department at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough. The post would be most suited to an individual who has completed MRCP and has an existing Cardiovascular Medicine National Training Number (NTN), wishing to take out of programme time for research. Applicants who have completed MRCP, who wish to take time out for research but have not yet been appointed to a NTN, will also be considered where they otherwise meet the person specification.

Main duties of the job

Develop and complete a research qualification, (PhD/MD).

Maintain the highest clinical and professional standards.

Support the team in all aspects of Cardiovascular clinical trial delivery within the Cardiovascular Clinical Research Facility.

Participate in the clinical service, in particular evening, nights and weekend work on the middle grade (StR) rota.

Undertake further clinical training where possible, without compromising research activities.

About us

The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trusts in England. Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline and countryside and a great range of local amenities.

Date posted

16 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

328-SC-MED-0439

Job locations

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

oAt least 3 years post full GMC registration experience in general medicine, and appropriate Cardiology experience.
Evidence of clinical audit
Interest in cardiovascular research and ambition to complete research MD/PhD

Desirable

Experience at Cardiology StR level
oResearch experience in relevant field e.g. cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgical trials

Qualifications

Essential

Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
MRCP or equivalent
Advanced life support (ALS)
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Desirable

Current Holder of NTN in Cardiology
Undergraduate or Postgraduate clinical research qualification

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

oAt least 3 years post full GMC registration experience in general medicine, and appropriate Cardiology experience.
Evidence of clinical audit
Interest in cardiovascular research and ambition to complete research MD/PhD

Desirable

Experience at Cardiology StR level
oResearch experience in relevant field e.g. cardiovascular or cardiothoracic surgical trials

Qualifications

Essential

Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
MRCP or equivalent
Advanced life support (ALS)
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Desirable

Current Holder of NTN in Cardiology
Undergraduate or Postgraduate clinical research qualification

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.

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)