Clinical Research Fellow

Job title:

Clinical Research Fellow

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

We are recruiting one Clinical Research Fellow 3 years, with a view to also completing a PhD with the University of Manchester. There will be an initial probation of 9 months.The Fellow will support the clinical studies for a new Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Innovation Hub. This is funded by a new award from the CF Trust, with the current post funded by the North West Lung Centre Charity. The Innovation Hub is a multi-centre initiative, led by The University of Manchester, to look at the causes of exacerbations in CF.The Fellow will help set up and deliver the clinical studies that underpin this award, and will work closely with basic scientists and clinical colleagues in Manchester and elsewhere. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment and acquire a wide variety of transferable skills, including but not limited to: clinical research; data analysis; airborne pollution; lung symptoms; respiratory viruses; and exacerbations.The successful candidate will be a medical doctor, will already be registered with the GMC, and should have experience of working in the NHS and respiratory medicine (this does not include those who have only completed clinical observerships). We are looking for someone with a commitment to working in respiratory medicine. Prior research experience is helpful but not essential.What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreHybrid working arrangements may be considered.Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to .Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Professor Alexander Horsley.Email:General enquiries:Email:Technical support:This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 23:36:25 GMT

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