Cardiology Research Fellow

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow for a 24-month fixed term contract. The successful candidate will engage in diverse cardiology research activities, oversee interventional trials, and contribute to academic publications. Strong skills in medical research and data analysis are essential. This role aims to foster professional development and improve local healthcare services. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date of January 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completion of MD / PhD thesis during the research period.
• Experience in overseeing clinical trials and data management.
• Strong background in cardiology and relevant clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in various cardiology research activities.
• Lead interventional cardiology studies and trials.
• Recruit and manage trial participant data.
• Attend and represent at clinical trial meetings.

Skills

MD / PhD research skills

Interventional cardiology experience

Data collection and analysis

Academic writing ability

Teaching and education skills

Education

Medical degree

Job description

We are Looking for a Clinical Research Fellow to join us on a 24-month fixed term contract, to participate in a wide range of cardiology research activity within the cardiac department at Basildon and Thurrock University Hospital and the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre.

• Works towards MD / PhD thesis submission within 2 / 3 year period of research
• Interventional fellow responsible for the STEMI clinical trial programme or the OHCA registry and clinical programme as well as all other interventional cardiology studies.
• Active participation (recruitment, procedure, data collection) in research studies of the department
• Produce academic papers and abstracts
• Providing and receiving information regarding current clinical trials, which contain highly complex, sensitive or contentious data and information.
• Providing teaching and education of current trials and act as a resource to personnel and staff involved with clinical trials.
• Attending local, regional and national meetings related to specific trials. To make representations to such meetings as necessary according to the needs of the service.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

This advert closes on Thursday 15 Jan 2026