Senior Clinical Research Fellow in Hepatology

Senior Clinical Research Fellow in Hepatology

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

University Hospital Southampton is looking to appoint a clinical research fellow in hepatology for a fixed term period of 12 months from September 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for a gastroenterology registrar (ST5+) to work in a tertiary referral hepatology unit to further develop clinical skills in hepatology and take part in research projects within the unit.

You will be based at Southampton General Hospital and will join a team of 7 consultants, 3-4 clinical registrars and 3-4 research registrars along with 3-4 ward based resident doctors.

Southampton is proud to be the first hospital in the UK to reach full iQILS accreditation. The unit manages patients with all aspects of liver disease and is a regional centre for complex hepatobiliary surgical and radiological work, including offering the full range of treatment options for hepatocellular carcinoma.

The unit has an active hepatology research programme including contributing to clinical research trials and delivering individual projects. In addition, the consultant team have a range of interests in medical education, clinical transformation and management. You will have the opportunity for career development within these areas.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job responsibilities

This post provides approximately 50% time for clinical trial based research along with 50% time to undertake clinical duties and projects within the department of hepatology at Southampton General hospital.

Clinical duties

You will be required to undertake clinical work as a registrar within the hepatology department. This will include a core requirement of two general hepatology outpatient clinics a week. Other clinical duties may be required including undertaking endoscopy lists, teaching and assisting with departmental administration.

The post does not have an on call commitment.

Research

You will provide clinical support to the growing portfolio of hepatology clinical trials running in University Hospital Southampton and will require GCP training. The successful applicant will work alongside a team of dedicated hepatology research nurses. They will be involved in all aspects of clinical trials including set up and site initiation visits, patient identification, consent, recruitment as well as monitoring safety and data collection during the clinical trial and follow up.

Time and support will be available for the post holder to develop a project of their own, in a field of their choice that complements the research, education or management opportunities available within the department.

Additional Information

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.

Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.

Basic Salary MT04 £61,825 Basic Salary MT05 £70,425

Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5:

1. Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
2. Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
3. A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)

Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview. Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.

Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.

Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Interviews will be held on 10/3/25. Job Reference; 188-MB40225 - This vacancy closes on or before 2/3/25.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• MRCP with PACES
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• ST5 or above gastroenterology registrar
• Experience of managing hepatology patients in an outpatient setting
• Good clinical practice (GCP) training
• Completed core hepatology registrar training

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust