Clinical Research Fellow (ST1 - 5 level) Infection and Vaccine

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

North Bristol NHS Trust

Clinical Research Fellow (ST1 - 5 level) Infection and Vaccine

North Bristol NHS Trust (NB) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS FT (UHBW) work in partnership delivering a wide range of vaccine and infection-related studies. Starting with early trials of candidate Covid-19 vaccines, subsequently approved for use, the team now delivers a wide range of vaccine studies and other clinical trials for both inpatients and in the community. They work closely with other hospitals in the West of England with the support of the local Clinical Research Network.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of Dr Rajeka Lazarus and Dr Ed Moran, the post holder will work with the research nursing team and be responsible for day-to-day management of trials. This will include research governance, review of study participants, and setting up new trials. During working hours, the post-holder will answer the participant medical help-line. This will be in rotation with the research fellow based at UHBW.

Whilst the primary responsibility of the role is enabling the delivery of multi-centre academic and commercial studies, post holders with the appropriate experience and enthusiasm will be supported in developing an independent project alongside this - for example literature or systematic reviews, small research projects, clinical experience, undergraduate teaching, etc.

Candidates should have at least 3 years postgraduate experience and the role is particularly suited to those exploring a career in academic clinical infection. They will be supported in developing their CV with the aim of preparing for applications to Academic Clinical Fellow roles or Research Training Fellowships.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide cross-cover for their counterpart at UHBW for annual/study leave as well as to release time for their research projects or clinical experience. It is anticipated the post holder will spend 20% of their time on study/annual leave, 70-80% of time managing vaccine studies, and up to 10% of their working time on a vaccine research-related project. There may be an opportunity to use the project to apply for higher research funding for the appropriate applicant.

Person Specification

Qualification and registration

Essential

• MBChB
• Maintain Full registration with the GMC.

Desirable

• MRCP

Training and experience

Essential

• Recent experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years' experience in clinical medicine.

Desirable

• An interest in pursuing further research in infectious diseases, microbiology, or immunology.

Further training & management

Essential

• Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.

Audit experience

Essential

• Experience in an audit project which has been written up.

Research & teaching

Essential

• Teaching experience

Desirable

• GCP training
• Research experience
• Evidence of relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Personal requirements

Essential

• Good written communication skills.
• Evidence of the ability to communicate well.

Desirable

• Information technology skills
• Management experience

Employer details

Employer name

North Bristol NHS Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB

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