Role Summary
Role Summary
We are delighted to have secured a major research grant; a million collaborative project focused on circularity and sustainability in volatile anaesthetics. The project will deliver a series of clinical and environmental studies designed to evaluate volatile capture technology, its impact on operating theatre air quality, occupational exposure, carbon emissions, and wider system transformation. These studies will provide the evidence base required to support a transition to lower-carbon models of anaesthetic practice across the NHS.
The role will be based within the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Sustainable Innovation at Royal Devon, providing the postholder with the opportunity to work at the forefront of applied sustainability research with a strong clinical focus. The Chief Investigator for the clinical studies work package is Professor Pete Ford. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in high-impact research at the interface of anaesthesia, sustainability, and health technology.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
The postholder will support the delivery of the clinical research work package, contributing to environmental exposure studies - evaluating volatile capture technologies.
There is potential to incorporate some clinical work on-calls or day shifts), but this will need to be funded separately. The research time commitment of days per week must be protected.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support the setup and delivery of clinical studies evaluating volatile capture technology.
Contribute to protocol development, ethics and R&D applications, and regulatory documentation IRAS).
Assist with clinical and environmental data collection and analysis in operating theatre and simulation settings.
Work collaboratively with partner organisations and clinical teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
Contribute to monthly reporting and project milestones.
Support preparation of conference abstracts, presentations, and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Participate in regular project meetings and maintain accurate study documentation.
Adhere to local and national research governance frameworks.
More detail about the role
Person Specification
GMC-registered doctor in Anaesthesia
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Interest in sustainability
Experience in data collection, audit, or QI
Publications or conference presentations
Contract Details
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months initially, extendable to months at review.
Location: Primarily based at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, with potential travel to collaborating sites.
For informal enquiries, please contact:
Professor Pete Ford
Consultant Anaesthetist & Chief Investigator
Working Pattern: Interview Date: TBC
For further information please contact: Professor Pete Ford - Consultant Anaesthetist & Chief InvestigatoronAs an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over, staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than, people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
1. National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
2. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
3. Car lease schemes.
4. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
5. Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.