Clinical Fellow Trauma and Orthopaedic

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Greater London is looking for a Clinical and Research Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics. The role provides an excellent opportunity for post-MRCS trainees to engage in clinical work and research under the supervision of renowned professionals. Candidates will gain experience in lower limb arthroplasty and have the chance to contribute to impactful research. This position emphasizes both clinical exposure and academic achievement, tailored to support the candidate's career progression.

Qualifications

• Must be post-MRCS trainees with NHS experience.
• Experience in lower limb arthroplasty preferred.
• Willingness to learn robotic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical and operative work at a registrar level.
• Participate in trauma lists.
• Engage in research opportunities to contribute to peer-reviewed publications.

Skills

Post-MRCS trainees

Previous NHS experience

Clinical research skills

Robotic surgery knowledge

Education

Medical degree with MRCS

Job description

Clinical and Research Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics

An employment collaboration between University College London Hospitals and The Princess Grace Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for desirably post-MRCS trainees, with previous NHS experience, to undertake research and clinical work under the primary supervision of Professor Fares Haddad. The post is initially for 12 months.

Main focus of the role will primarily be in lower limb arthroplasty and sports surgery. There will also be the opportunity to learn the basics of robotic surgery in lower limb arthroplasty.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to undertake clinical and operative work at a registrar level and join trauma lists if this is desirable. Working alongside a dedicated team of Research Fellows and playing an integral role in service delivery, the successful candidates will enjoy a multitude of research opportunities and be expected to produce high-quality research for peer-reviewed publication and national/international meeting presentations.

The job has an excellent track record for academic and clinical research with previous Fellows achieving over ten presentations/ publications per year.

Our organisation has extensive links to elite sport, offering additional avenues for unique clinical exposure and research themes. The posts are aimed at boosting the candidate’s academic and clinical achievements to secure a place on the national training programme. Still, they can also be used for specialist training in those who have obtained FRCS (Orth).

The job plan is flexible and can be tailored according to the candidate’s research/clinical needs. If desired, we will also support you in expanding the role to pursue a higher degree. To apply for this position, please send your CV to [e-mail]