Clinical Research Fellow in Motor Neurone Disease

Transformationunitgm; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to work on Motor Neurone Disease. This role offers a unique opportunity to balance clinical duties with research, allowing you to enhance your skills in both areas. You will be involved in supporting clinical studies, evaluating patients, and participating in multidisciplinary meetings. The position requires a commitment to clinical governance and continuous improvement, making it ideal for motivated individuals eager to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in neurology and research.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research and neurology training.
• Ability to manage clinical duties and participate in research.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical studies and patient recruitment.
• Evaluate patients and administer rating scales.

Skills

Clinical Research

Neurology

Stroke Medicine

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

MRCP(UK) or equivalent

Job description

Main area: Clinical Research Fellow in Motor Neurone Disease
Grade: The salary scale is the same as for SCF posts
Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term)
Hours: Full time
Job ref: 200-SNCT-712823-7114913-JT

Employer: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: St George's Hospital
Town: London
Salary: £41,750 - £64,288 Per Annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 20/05/2025 23:59

Overview

St. George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a regional specialist care provider serving south west London, Surrey, and beyond. It offers comprehensive health services, including tertiary and trauma care, with a population catchment of around 5 million.

The trust collaborates with St George’s, University of London, and King’s Health Partners to deliver high-quality research and education. It operates over 1,000 beds across two sites, employs around 8,000 staff, and provides a wide range of specialist services including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal transplantation, cancer care, and stroke care.

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a resident doctor to gain experience in clinical research related to motor neurone disease, while continuing neurology training. The role involves a 50:50 split between research and clinical duties, with a detailed timetable to be agreed.

The research component includes supporting clinical studies, recruitment, governance, and setting up new studies. Clinical duties involve evaluation, consent, administering rating scales, attending clinics, and participating in research meetings and seminars.

Additional Information

The post offers opportunities for clinic-based work, acute stroke care, and regional neurology work. The role requires participation in on-call duties and attendance at multidisciplinary meetings. The person must have MRCP(UK) or equivalent, experience in neurology or stroke medicine, and demonstrate research interest and teaching enthusiasm.

We value candidates who are team players, good communicators, organized, motivated, and committed to clinical governance and continuous improvement.