Clinical Research Fellow in Peri-Operative Medicine

NHS; Penarth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS seeks a Clinical Research Fellow in Anaesthesia to engage in research, teaching, and clinical governance within a dynamic environment. Successful candidates will participate in an on-call rota and must possess relevant qualifications, including an MBBS or equivalent.

Benefits

Onsite day nursery

Holiday play scheme

Indoor heated swimming pool

Fully equipped gym

Badminton and squash courts

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent is essential.
• Current GMC certification required.
• Training in Radiation Protection or willingness to attend.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing research, teaching, and audit programmes.
• Be part of the clinical governance requirements.
• Participate in an out-of-hours 1:7 on-call rota.

Skills

Written and spoken English

Motivated and efficient

Teamwork

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Current GMC certificate

Intercalated Degree

MSc or PhD

Job description

Job summary

The successful post holder will be expected to actively participate in developing research, teaching and audit programmes and taking an active part in the clinical governance requirements of the Department.

The post holder will also be required to participate in an our-of-hours 1:7 on-call rota.

Main duties of the job

CARDIFF AND VALE UNIVERSITY LOCAL HEALTH BOARD

Clinical Research Fellow in Anaesthesia

Applications are invited from anaesthesia staff-in-training (CT3+) or CCT holders in Anaesthetics for a full-time Clinical Fellow post in Perioperative Medicine.

There are 3 posts available please see below the start dates:-

2 x CRF posts that will start on 6th August 2025 for one year in the first instance.

1 x CRF post that will start on 4th February 2025 for one year in the first instance

Excellent staff benefits including onsite day nursery and holiday play scheme, onsite staff club including indoor heated swimming pool, fully equipped gym, and badminton and squash courts.

Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board is situated in a vibrant easily accessible part of Wales which combines the best of City life, coast and countryside all within easy reach.The attractive Welsh coastline and Brecon Beacons National Park are also a convenient day trip away.

A Disclosure Check will be required of the successful candidates.

Further information is available from Dr Leanne Rees, Clinical Director

E-mail: [e-mail]

In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.

Application Forms will not be accepted after the final closing date.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details Date posted

04 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£43,821 to £68,330 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001-MP100.25

Job locations

Llandough Hospital

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Current GMC certificate
• Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course (state higher qualifications if applicable)

Desirable

• Intercalated Degree
• MSc or PHD
• Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions)

Previous Experience Essential

• Primary FRCA and holder of intermediate level training certificate by appointment
• At least 2 years of anaesthetic practice
• Minimum of 12 months experience of working within Anaesthesia in the NHS

Skills, Knowledge & Ability Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communications about medical topics with both patients and colleagues
• Up to date with current medical practices

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Proven and consistent evidence of interest in teaching
• Experience in Simulation Education

Attitude, Aptitudes & Personal Characteristics Essential

• Motivated and efficient
• Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
• Flexible, caring and hardworking
• Ability to work as part of a team

Special Interests Desirable

• Interest in Human Factors

Other Requirements Essential

• Resident when on-call
• Satisfactory Immigration status for length of contract
• Satisfactory Health Clearance
• Satisfactory Police Clearance

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Current GMC certificate
• Training in Radiation Protection or agreement to attend next available course (state higher qualifications if applicable)

Desirable

• Intercalated Degree
• MSc or PHD
• Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions)

Previous Experience Essential

• Primary FRCA and holder of intermediate level training certificate by appointment
• At least 2 years of anaesthetic practice
• Minimum of 12 months experience of working within Anaesthesia in the NHS

Skills, Knowledge & Ability Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communications about medical topics with both patients and colleagues
• Up to date with current medical practices

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Proven and consistent evidence of interest in teaching
• Experience in Simulation Education

Attitude, Aptitudes & Personal Characteristics Essential

• Motivated and efficient
• Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
• Flexible, caring and hardworking
• Ability to work as part of a team

Special Interests Desirable

• Interest in Human Factors

Other Requirements Essential

• Resident when on-call
• Satisfactory Immigration status for length of contract
• Satisfactory Health Clearance
• Satisfactory Police Clearance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Llandough Hospital

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

Llandough Hospital

Penlan Road

Penarth

CF64 2XX

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)