Clinical Research Fellow

Job summary

Clinical Research Fellow - Haematology

The Department of Haematology Research Team are looking to appoint a post-Foundation Year 2 doctor to the post of Clinical Research Fellow for a flexible term (but ideally 12 months) to assist with their expanding haematology clinical research portfolio and gain experience and training in cutting-edge clinical research.

The post is based within the out-patients haematology department working with the consultants and the established trials team, managing patients through early and late phase clinical trials across a broad range of haematological sub-specialties exploring the safety and efficacy of cutting-edge new therapies.

The post is designed to give a solid foundation in clinical research and desirable skills and experience transferrable for all future medical careers.

This will be the fifth year of running this fellowship. Our current clinical fellow may be able to give some more detailed feedback on the post on request.

Main duties of the job

Supporting the coordination, management and delivery of clinical trials and studies Supporting the Principal Investigator and/or the Departmental Research Lead in submitting applications for NHS, Regulatory, Ethics and Governance Identifying, screening, and assessing the suitability of local patients to take part in research, Providing specialist information to patients about taking part in Clinical Trials Acting as primary contact for participants and to be a source of information for these patients Liaising with other clinical departments, support departments and external organisations to ensure the successful delivery of trials. Maintaining accurate documentation in an auditable format, and accurately record data as required by each Trial. I Working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS)

Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP, 1996) and National Research Governance Framework for Health & Social Care (DH, 2005). Enforce all applicable standards (, 'Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004') for research.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds

We work with health and social care organisations including NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

Full registration or potential for full registration with the UK GMC

Desirable

Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent qualification Haematology experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Research

Essential

Experience in Haematology/Medicine at F2 level or above

Desirable

Previous experience of and an enthusiasm for medical undergraduate teaching Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification Research publications Research interest in Haematology Evidence of external recognition of research potential Evidence of enthusiasm for research in career to date

Personal Requirements

Essential

Committed to a clinical career in Haematology Problem solving skills, lateral thinking, questioning approach Highly motivated, well versed at self-directed learning with a track record of achieving goals Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills

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