Junior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Research
The Junior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Research is a key member of the Research and Development team at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. The 12-month post involves taking a lead role in recruitment and delivery of clinical research throughout the trust.
You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of Research Nurses and Clinical Trials Assistants. You will also work under the supervision of multiple Principal Investigators (usually at the consultant level) and the Director of Research and Development, Prof. Anil Hormis.
There is an expectation that the successful applicant will have prior NHS experience and the ability to work across multiple medical and surgical specialties, both adult and paediatric. However, a large proportion of current research focuses on Anaesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, and Oncology. This post is well suited to those post-foundation or core training wishing to gain research experience prior to applying to specialty training.
The role provides opportunities to gain experience in clinical research, including the opportunity to complete the NIHR Associate PI Scheme. Previous fellows have achieved publications across various specialties and had the opportunity to attend and present at medical conferences.
Main duties of the job
The Junior Clinical Fellow in Clinical Research will work within the Research and Development team at Rotherham Hospital. They will take lead roles in recruitment and delivery of studies across adult, paediatric, medical, and surgical specialties. There is also an expectation to provide clinical support to other studies and provide educational opportunities to the wider research team.
Main duties of the role include:
1. Identifying and screening eligible patients
2. Assessing capacity and receiving informed consent from participating patients
3. Providing clinical support for trials and research studies
4. Reviewing and completing medical assessments
5. Working collaboratively with research nurses and clinical trials assistants in providing specialist research and clinical care to research participants
6. Prescribing investigational medicinal products
7. Data collection, management, and administration
8. Developing and maintaining effective contacts with relevant stakeholders - local principal investigators, clinical teams, Sponsors, Regional Research Delivery Network
9. Working according to research study protocols, GCP, SOPs, and Trust Policy
10. Undertaking any other duties as required, consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and service needs
11. Facilitating participant involvement, including travel across sites
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving around 270,000 people. Our vision is to act the right way and provide exceptional healthcare to our communities.
We are on a journey to excellence, with our people and culture at the heart of our work. We are proud of our recent improvements and recognitions, including being the second most improved Trust in England for staff recommendation and one of the most improved for staff engagement.
Our 5,100 colleagues are key to our success. We uphold our values of Ambitious, Caring, and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, please consider joining us.
Job responsibilities
Department
The R&D Department manages and supports all research across the Trust, working with external partners such as The University of Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University, and others.
Post
The postholder will support the setup and delivery of NIHR portfolio research, including managing clinical trials and studies, recruiting participants, and ensuring compliance with protocols. Opportunities include developing leadership skills via the NIHR Associate PI scheme and undertaking personal research projects.
Key Duties/Responsibilities
1. Identifying and screening eligible patients
2. Taking informed consent
3. Providing clinical support for trials and research studies
4. Reviewing and completing medical assessments
5. Collaborating with research nurses and trial assistants
6. Prescribing investigational medicinal products
7. Data collection and management
8. Reporting adverse events and responding to data queries
9. Supporting trial initiation and delivery
10. Ensuring treatments, assessments, follow-ups, and data collection follow protocols
11. Maintaining contacts with stakeholders
12. Working according to research protocols, GCP, SOPs, and Trust policies
13. Performing other duties as needed
14. Meeting patients' needs, including travelling across sites
Continuing Professional Development
We support doctors' interests beyond clinical work, including management, audit, research, and education, with funding for training courses. The Trust is highly regarded as a training environment, with opportunities for CPD and research.
Noon call duties are required for this post.
General
Clinical Governance
Ensuring compliance with clinical governance alongside consultant colleagues.
Other Duties
Performing any other duties appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
Education and Teaching
* Commitment to high-quality teaching and training
Leadership and Other
* Innovative problem-solving skills
* Effective communication skills
* Ability to meet travel requirements
Experience
* NHS experience at Junior Clinical Fellow level
* Research experience
Management Skills
* Teamwork and organizational skills
* Knowledge of NHS systems and processes
* Understanding of research protocols and responsibilities
Research and Audit
* Experience in audit and implementing changes
* Enthusiasm for research and publication
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration and license to practice
* MBBS or equivalent degree
* Completion of Foundation training or equivalent
* ALS certification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check due to its nature.
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