Clinical Research Fellow

Job Summary

We are seeking to appoint a Clinical Research Fellow to work within the School of Infection and Immunity under the supervision of Professor Gwo-tzer Ho [Principal Investigator].

This post forms the exciting new Gut Translational Research Group led by Professor Ho in the School of Infection and Immunity – a strong team of immunologists and translational scientists. This project will focus on understanding the process of mucosal healing in the human Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.

This role will allow the development of research skills and production of data which the postholder should use to develop a research thesis leading to an MD or PhD degree. The data may also be used to compete for external funding. Although research will form the major component of this post, participation in associated clinical duties and a small amount of teaching will be incorporated into the role.

Postholders will be expected to register and undertake a higher degree [MD/PhD].

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent.
• Applicants must hold GMC registration with a licence to practise, or be eligible to obtain GMC registration and a licence to practise prior to commencing the role.
• Good Clinical Practice certification.

Desirable

• BSc or equivalent intercalated degree.
• Evidence of distinction in career to date e.g. prizes, awards, bursaries.

Essential

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collegially to achieve a common goal/Institute objective.
• Evidence of self‑motivation, originality, innovation and the ability to work independently.
• Good organisational skills including the ability to manage research projects.
• Excellent communication both oral and written.
• Experience in IBD and colonoscopy, evidence of involvement in clinics and undertaking colonoscopy.

Essential

• Sufficient clinical experience in medicine or related specialties, relevant to the Institute.
• Previous experience in research is desirable.
• Previous experience in undergraduate teaching or postgraduate teaching is desirable.

Clinical Research Fellowships offer medical graduates the opportunity for training in a range of research methodologies relevant to modern biomedical research in Medicine and related specialities. Most Clinical Fellows will undertake research training to consolidate career prospects by participating in relevant research, which will usually form part of a further qualification or Higher degree [MSc, MD, PhD]. If further funding can be obtained, registration for an MD will be strongly encouraged and the research will be planned with successful attainment of a degree in mind.

The post should make individuals competitive for future NHS teaching hospital appointment or Academic Lecturer/Clinician…