Job summary
JUNIOR CLINICAL RESEARCH FELLOW -SPINAL SURGERY (StRH Grade)
Applications are invited for the above Spinal post vacant from 06August 2025 to work at both the University Hospital of Wales & Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales.
The post holder will work with nine dedicated Spinal Orthopaedic Consultants who are actively involved in all aspects of spinal surgery ranging from degenerative cervical and lumbar disease to tumour and scoliosis. The Welsh Institute for Spinal Trauma & Surgery is a recognised AO Spine Reference Centre.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will gain valuable experience in all aspects of spinal surgery and there is an active research programme in place including basic science laboratory facilities. The ULHB is associated with Cardiff University and excellent postgraduate facilities are available.The Post Holder will be work along side the Snr Spinal Fellows covering Spinal Wards, elective and Trauma spinal patients.The post is not educationally approved and will therefore not attract a National Training Number.
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 ourvision 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, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MRCS or equivalent
- Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course
Desirable
- ATLS Provider
- Academic Excellence, Prizes, distinctions etc
- MSc or PHD
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- 12 months postgraduate experience in Orthopaedics or Neurosurgery (Core Trainee or equivalent)
Desirable
- 6 months experience in spinal surgery orthopaedic or neurosurgery
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE ,
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to perform basic spinal surgical procedures under supervision
Desirable
- Research interests in areas of specific expertise
- Exposure to basic spinal surgical procedures
Attitude, Aptitudes,
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
Special Interests
Essential
- Evidence of presentation peer reviewed meetings
- reviewed meetings Quality Improvement/Audit project or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of publication in peer review journal/s
- Evidence of completed Audit loop.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MRCS or equivalent
- Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course
Desirable
- ATLS Provider
- Academic Excellence, Prizes, distinctions etc
- MSc or PHD
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- 12 months postgraduate experience in Orthopaedics or Neurosurgery (Core Trainee or equivalent)
Desirable
- 6 months experience in spinal surgery orthopaedic or neurosurgery
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE ,
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to perform basic spinal surgical procedures under supervision
Desirable
- Research interests in areas of specific expertise
- Exposure to basic spinal surgical procedures
Attitude, Aptitudes,
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
Special Interests
Essential
- Evidence of presentation peer reviewed meetings
- reviewed meetings Quality Improvement/Audit project or equivalent
Desirable
- Evidence of publication in peer review journal/s
- Evidence of completed Audit loop.
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).
