Job number
MED05435
Faculties
Faculty of Medicine
Departments
Department of Infectious Disease
Salary or Salary range
£65,048 per annum
Location/campus
South Kensington Campus - Hybrid
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Fixed term
Posting End Date
8 Oct 2025
About the role
The post holder will support and lead the clinical development of novel vaccine candidates, contributing to both industry- and investigator-led early-phase trials aimed at preventing and controlling infectious diseases. The focus will be on mRNA vaccine safety and efficacy, trial design and conduct, and research into immune-biology.
Working under Professor Marta Boffito and Professor Robin Shattock, the Clinical Vaccinology Fellow will ensure studies meet ethical and regulatory standards. There will be opportunities to present at national and international conferences, contribute to publications, and potentially work toward a higher degree (MD or PhD).
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated physician to develop expertise in clinical research and vaccine development, and make a meaningful impact in the field of vaccinology.
What you would be doing
The post holder will hold an honorary clinical contract with the relevant NHS Trust(s) and take on clinical responsibilities aligned with their experience. Key duties include:
* Contributing to trial design, protocol development, and data collection planning
* Recruiting and enrolling participants, including informed consent
* Conducting clinical assessments, collecting samples, and managing study data
* Monitoring participant safety and managing adverse events
* Maintaining ongoing communication with participants
* Collaborating with and supporting training of the study team to ensure ethical, regulatory compliance
* Developing personal research interests in microbiology, immunology, and vaccinology
* Contributing to new, nested research ideas within ongoing studies
What we are looking for
Essential Requirements
* Medical degree with GMC registration and MRCP (or equivalent)
* ALS certified; clinical experience in internal medicine and infection-related fields
* Interest in and commitment to clinical research
* Able to provide safe patient care in clinical trials
* Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills
Desirable Requirements
* Trainee in infection/immunology or IMT3 with MRCP
* Knowledge of GCP, research governance, and vaccinology developments
* Experience in vaccine or infection-related clinical research
* Data analysis, scientific writing, and interest in academic development
What we can offer you
* Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
* Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
* Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
This is a full time and a fixed-term (24 months) contract based at South Kensington and Chelsea & Westminster.
Training
The successful post holder will undertake specific training and assume responsibility for safety relevant to specific roles, as set out on the College Website Health and Safety Structure and Responsibilities page.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Lucy Nguyen, at
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