Job summary
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There is an excellent opportunity available at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. We are looking for a Clinical Research Fellow to join our dedicated team within the Clinical Research Facility.
The successful applicant would be expected to fulfil the obligations of the Clinical Research facility rota, which includes care of patients in the CRF, recruitment of patients to clinical studies in the department. When not allocated to the CRF rota the successful candidate would be conducting research led by supervisors (Mrs Julie Cornish and Professor Torkington). The post would typically be for 24 months with an option of extending to a three year post for a PhD at the agreement of the candidate and supervisors.
Applications are invited from Medical Trainees with a keen interest in Clinical Research to become part of the Research Delivery team at Cardiff &Vale University Health Board. The post holder will perform clinical duties within the Clinical Research Facility. The successful candidate will take up this post for a fixed period of 24 months with a possible extension.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Mrs Julie Cornish (julie.cornish@wales.nhs.uk) for further information.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant would be expected to fulfil the obligations of the Clinical Research facility rota, which includes care of patients in the CRF, recruitment of patients to clinical studies in the department. When not allocated to the CRF rota the successful candidate would be conducting research led by supervisors (Mrs Julie Cornish and Professor Torkington). The post would typically be for 24 months with an option of extending to a three year post for a PhD at the agreement of the candidate and supervisors.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients in the Clinical Research facility and the administration of the department.
All employees have an individual responsibility to adhere to the Infection Control Policy and to protect themselves, the patient, visitors and colleagues from the risk of infection. The individual responsibility will include the requirement to attend training at intervals determined by the UHB and understand Infection Control issues as they pertain to their workplace. They will report any identified infection risk and take necessary precautions / actions to prevent transmission.
Under the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 it is the responsibility of each member of staff to ensure that all personal data (information that is capable of identifying a living individual) relating to patients, staff and others to which they have access to in the course of employment is regarded as strictly confidential. Staff must refer to the UHBs Data Protection Policy (available via UHB intranet) regarding their responsibilities.
Travel as necessary between hospitals/clinics may be required but a planned and cost effective approach will be expected.
You may have some input into the postgraduate teaching
There will be a commitment to occasional out of hours working in the CRF if patients require overnight or long outpatient stays as part of the research study.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients in the Clinical Research facility and the administration of the department.
All employees have an individual responsibility to adhere to the Infection Control Policy and to protect themselves, the patient, visitors and colleagues from the risk of infection. The individual responsibility will include the requirement to attend training at intervals determined by the UHB and understand Infection Control issues as they pertain to their workplace. They will report any identified infection risk and take necessary precautions / actions to prevent transmission.
Under the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 it is the responsibility of each member of staff to ensure that all personal data (information that is capable of identifying a living individual) relating to patients, staff and others to which they have access to in the course of employment is regarded as strictly confidential. Staff must refer to the UHBs Data Protection Policy (available via UHB intranet) regarding their responsibilities.
Travel as necessary between hospitals/clinics may be required but a planned and cost effective approach will be expected.
You may have some input into the postgraduate teaching
There will be a commitment to occasional out of hours working in the CRF if patients require overnight or long outpatient stays as part of the research study.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- Academic Excellence
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Experience oEvidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in Colorectal Surgery
Attitude, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
- Ability to work as part of a team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and Efficient
- Committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence to work both alone and in a team
other requirements
Essential
- Current GMC certificate with a license to practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- Academic Excellence
Experience
Essential
- Clinical Experience oEvidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in Colorectal Surgery
Attitude, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
- Ability to work as part of a team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and Efficient
- Committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence to work both alone and in a team
other requirements
Essential
- Current GMC certificate with a license to practice
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
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).
