Orthopaedic Research Fellow

Job title:

Orthopaedic Research Fellow

Company

NHS Scotland

Job description

Applications are invited from enthusiastic candidates for the post of Research Fellow based at the Department of Orthopaedics, Golden Jubilee University National Hospital. These posts are suitable for qualified doctors at any stage of training, who are seeking experience in an established research environment. An interest in orthopaedic surgery is desirableThe post-holder will be actively involved in the planning, design, organisation, performance, analysis and dissemination of musculoskeletal-related research. This includes self-selected projects or those allocated by the Orthopaedic Research Team. The unit has an established academic link to the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde and with the University of Glasgow, offering the potential for both clinical and laboratory-based projects and registration for a higher degree. In addition, the hospital has a state-of-the-art motion analysis laboratory for research purposes.The post will also include regular clinical duties, contributing to the 1 in 7 day time ward rota and the 1 in 12 hospital at night rota. There will be the opportunity to attend orthopaedic elective theatre lists and to work with high volume surgeons in one of the largest lower limb arthroplasty centres in the UK.The post is for a fixed term of 12 months in the first instance and will start in August 2025 but can be extended to 24 months if appropriate. Fellows who undertake this post during Higher Surgical Training may have it recognised as out of programme research (OOPR) with retention of their NTN. The post is not educationally approved.For further information or to organise a visit to GJUNH please contact Professor Jon Clarke, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Research Lead (jon.clarke@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk) or Mr Fahd Mahmood, Clinical Lead for Orthopaedics (fahd.mahmood3@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk)NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

Expected salary

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 01:27:40 GMT

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