Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) clinical research fellow in the field of advanced therapy medicinal products. A Fellowship for an adult Fellow is open to those training in or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in advanced therapy medicinal products, or associated field (such as oncology or haematology). This will either be a Junior or Senior role depending on experience and level of current training.

 Up to 50% of the fellow’s time will be spent on research service provision providing medical support and cover to adult and paediatric studies occurring in the CRF, bone marrow transplant unit and at the Wessex Research Hubs in Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The remaining time will be available to be spent supervised by Dr Helena Lee or other Southampton clinical academic with the intention of providing the time and support for an application to be made for a formal externally funded research training fellowship and registration for study towards a higher degree (usually PhD or MD).

 The Southampton National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF) is the operational centre of translational research at the University of Southampton (UoS) and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The CRF operates to support research across all specialities and brings together all areas engaged in clinical translational research (including the current Southampton NIHR CRF, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and NIHR CRUK Experimental Cancer Research Centre) .The NIHR CRF is part of a national network of CRFs with adult and paediatric capability.

Working for our organisation

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

 As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

 We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

 Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

 WHAT YOU’LL DO

 ·       The primary role of this post is to assist the Directors and investigators in the running of clinical studies for patients in the CRF, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and  Wessex Research Hubs including early phase clinical trials of vaccines, biological agents and other new drugs.

 ·       The post holder will therefore be expected to engage as appropriate with all aspects of the development and conduct of studies, including the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents, the recruitment of subjects and providing medical cover.

·       The post holder should work to ensure that all studies are conducted to Good Clinical Practice.

·       Working patterns are flexible depending on the study and visit requirements. Some out of hours working is required and contribution to an on-call study phone rota is required.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

·       Individuals with a minimum of two years post registration general/acute (Internal) medicine experience and MRCP or equivalent

·       Individuals who are keen to learn more about clinical research and are interested in the potential of further research training (MD/PhD)

People who can contribute and work well with our multi-professional team within the CRF

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).

 Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.

 Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)

 Basic Salary -  MT03        £43,923     Basic Salary -  MT04  £55,329       Basic Salary – MT05 £63,152

 Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;

•             Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training  

•             Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)

•             A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)                 

 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview

 Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.  Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.  Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. 

 Interviews will be held on TBC  

 Job Reference: MT1201-MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 30/06/2024

Person specification

Qualifications and training

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Postgraduate - MRCP or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Basic - BSc (or other intercalated degree) other degrees/ qualifications
• Postgraduate - Undergraduate Awards
• Higher Degree

Previous or relevant experience

Essential criteria

• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Minimum of two years post registration General/Acute (Internal)Medicine/Paediatric experience, of which 18 months must involve admission of acute emergencies and at least 6 months of acute unselected take
• Successful completion of a Foundation Programme and of Core Medical Training

Desirable criteria

• Additional experience or demonstrated interest in a) haematology/oncology and/or, ICU/anaesthetics or b) ST3 level general medical experience. or c) Some research experience

Aptitudes and skills

Essential criteria

• Proven ability to manage acute medical/paediatric emergencies
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Proven competence in venous sampling and cannulation
• Commitment to the specialty of research choice

Desirable criteria

• ALS/APLS Provider

Living the Trust values

Desirable criteria

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if large numbers of applications are received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date of this post, please presume that you have not been selected for interview.

Applicants from University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust whose posts are considered to be ‘At Risk’ will be given prior consideration for this post

Our Trust runs the return to practice course each year for nurses who have been out of the profession and wish to return. To find out more please visit our website:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/WorkingHere/Typesofjob/Nurses/Returntonursing.aspx

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Getting to Work

Application can be made for parking on site at UHS or through one of the park and ride schemes. This will be based on specific criteria to determine eligibility for site parking as this can be very limited.  UHS encourages staff to utilise other green methods of getting to work such as cycling or walking where possible. UHS is well connected through bus services to the city centre and other areas.

Please note that we will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.

Our staff are positive about working at UHS and rate us above average compared to other NHS Trusts in the Staff Attitude Survey. We are rated strongly on a number of areas including teamwork, communication and engagement.

Equality remains at the centre of all Trust policy making, service delivery and employment practice with all employees being given equality of opportunity to develop, apply for promotion and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.

The Trust actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens. The Trust also closely monitors recruitment activity, training and development and employment practices to ensure equality of practice with regard to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status and age.

As a service provider the Trust ensures equality of access and delivery of our services through the provision of interpreter services, facilities for the disabled and sensitivity for patients ethnic and religious differences and needs.

Relocating to Southampton

If you are thinking of moving to the Hampshire area, please find below a link to our website which offers guidance on finding accommodation:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/relocating-to-southampton

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