CLINICAL RESEARCH FELLOW IN GYNAECOLOGY

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CLINICAL RESEARCH FELLOW IN GYNAECOLOGY

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Job summaryThis post is designed for candidates at ST3 level and above who wish to obtain a postgraduate degree (PhD or equivalent). The post would be initially for one year with the option of extending for another two years subject to satisfactory review at six months. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of DrMs Jessica Farren and Professor Davor Jurkovic on developing original research projects on the diagnosis and management of ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy complications. These studies are expected to lead to publications in international peer-review journals and form the basis of the candidate’s PhD thesis. In addition, the candidate will be expected to help with the organization and running or multicentre randomized clinical traials, which are part of clinical research activity in the Unit. They will also be expected to take a leading role within the team of clinical fellows.The department also offers one-year clinical fellowships for those looking to develop gynaecology ultrasound skills. Potential candidates may separately apply for the clinical role and the academic role, as and when advertised, if they wish to be considered for either or both positions.Interviews will be being held w/c 24th February 2025Main duties of the jobIn the initial few months of the placement, the aim will be to ensure that the successful candidate develops skills in gynaecological and early pregnancy ultrasound. Alongside this, they will continue work that has already been started on protocols and ethics applications for projects related to their proposed PhD.Once they are in a position to commence recruitment and data collection, they will do so alongside providing the clinical service required. They will usually be given one day each week, when they are surplus to the requirements of the unit for service provision, in order to focus on research alone.They will also be expected to take a leading role amongst the fellows in the department. This will include helping to manage the fellow’s rota, organising research meetings, and also helping to train future new starters in scanning.About usUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?Person SpecificationKnowledge and QualificationsEssential

• Full registration with GMC
• MBBS or equivalent

ExperienceEssential

• Experience at ST1-3 level in obstetrics and gynaecology
• Extensive experience in gynaecological ultrasound

Desirable

• Experience in clinical gynaecology

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Good general clinical skills

Desirable

• Experience in gynaecological outpatient surgical procedures
• Good organizational skills

ValuesEssential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

CommunicationEssential

• Good communication skills
• Publications in international peer review journals

Person Specification
Knowledge and QualificationsEssential

• Full registration with GMC
• MBBS or equivalent

ExperienceEssential

• Experience at ST1-3 level in obstetrics and gynaecology
• Extensive experience in gynaecological ultrasound

Desirable

• Experience in clinical gynaecology

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Good general clinical skills

Desirable

• Experience in gynaecological outpatient surgical procedures
• Good organizational skills

ValuesEssential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

CommunicationEssential

• Good communication skills
• Publications in international peer review journals

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer detailsEmployer nameUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
AddressElizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital25 Grafton WayLondonWC1E 6DBEmployer’s website

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London

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Sun, 16 Feb 2025 23:13:31 GMT

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