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Clinical Research Fellow - Trust Doctor in Medicine

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have ALS certification, experience with acutely unwell patients, a broad medical background, outpatient experience, and strong communication skills.
  • You will assess participants, obtain consent, conduct medical evaluations, interpret tests, manage patient care, ensure protocol adherence, and respond to clinical emergencies.

Requirements

  • Experience in acutely unwell patient assessment and ALS certification is essential.
  • Applicants with broad medical backgrounds, including GIM, Infectious Diseases, General Practice, and Emergency Medicine, are encouraged to apply.
  • Ideal candidates will have outpatient experience and strong communication skills with primary care providers.
  • The post holder will be required to work as a Clinical Research Fellow taking responsibility for the coordination and support of vaccine studies and other relevant clinical trials with a focus on infectious diseases, such as mpox and influenza.
  • The successful candidate will ensure strict adherence to trial protocols and regulatory standards, conduct thorough medical assessments, and maintain accurate research records.
  • They will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide medical oversight during trials, and manage patient care in compliance with ethical and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
  • The post holder will respond to urgent medical queries and clinical emergencies in line with ALS RESUS council guidelines and will facilitate regular emergency scenario readiness testing.

Responsibilities

  • assessing participant suitability
  • obtaining consent
  • conducting comprehensive medical assessments (including physical and exams)
  • interpreting ECGs and lab tests
  • addressing safety concerns
  • supporting neurology and cardiology trials
  • ensuring strict adherence to trial protocols and regulatory standards
  • conducting thorough medical assessments
  • maintaining accurate research records
  • collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
  • providing medical oversight during trials
  • managing patient care in compliance with ethical and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines
  • evaluating trial data
  • managing adverse events
  • ensuring informed patient consent
  • engaging with primary care GPs, sponsors, and research teams to ensure effective communication
  • responding to urgent medical queries and clinical emergencies in line with ALS RESUS council guidelines
  • facilitating regular emergency scenario readiness testing

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Clinical Research Fellow position?

The main focus of the Clinical Research Fellow position is conducting clinical trials in infectious diseases and general internal medicine, with a key role in drug development and participant safety.

Where will the successful candidate primarily be based?

The successful candidate will be primarily based at the NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have experience in assessing acutely unwell patients and be ALS certified. A broad medical background, including GIM, Infectious Diseases, General Practice, and Emergency Medicine, is also encouraged.

What are the daily responsibilities of the Clinical Research Fellow?

Daily responsibilities include evaluating trial data, managing adverse events, conducting medical assessments, ensuring informed consent, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Is there an opportunity for additional pay?

Yes, additional payment is available for out-of-hours cover when patients stay after 5 pm.

What types of clinical trials will the post holder support?

The post holder will support vaccine studies and trials focused on infectious diseases such as mpox and influenza.

What kind of patients will the Clinical Research Fellow work with?

The Clinical Research Fellow will work with a diverse population, including patients with complex illnesses in infectious diseases and general internal medicine.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about the position?

You can contact Dr. Tommy Rampling, Infectious Diseases Consultant, via email at tommy.rampling@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

Does UCLH have a commitment to sustainability?

Yes, UCLH is committed to sustainability and has set an ambitious target of becoming carbon net zero for direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Are strong communication skills important for this role?

Yes, strong communication skills with primary care providers and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential for this role.

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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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Mission & Purpose

University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.