Clinical Research Fellow in Prematurity

St Mary's Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary's Hospital is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow in Prematurity. The role combines clinical responsibilities and significant research involvement, focused on preterm birth prevention. Candidates must be GMC registered and hold an MBBS or equivalent. The position offers opportunities for career development and contributes to important research and patient care.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Varied staff wellbeing schemes

Qualifications

• GMC registration and medical qualifications required.
• Experience in obstetrics and gynaecology is essential.
• Research skills and contributions to publications expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research focused on preterm birth prevention.
• Participate in clinical duties including obstetric medicine clinics.
• Contribute to audits and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Clinical knowledge and judgment

Understanding of UK obstetric practice

Research skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC registered/licensed Medical Practitioner

MRCOG Part 1 completed

Job description

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Clinical Research Fellow in Prematurity, London

Client: St Mary's Hospital

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 09c43cf4f92f

Job Views: 5

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

The post is based at St Mary’s Hospital with 100% on-call rota commitment, 20% clinical, and 80% research. The candidate is expected to register for a higher degree, focusing on preterm birth prevention, involving obstetrics and gynaecology. Weekly clinics are part of the role, and the position lasts three years. The research will be led by Dr Lynne Sykes and include laboratory work.

Main duties of the job

Duties and responsibilities:

The weekly schedule includes research (80%), obstetric medicine clinics, and preterm birth prevention clinics. Theatre sessions for cerclages and emergency procedures are included. The candidate will contribute to the on-call rota and participate in handovers and patient follow-up. Opportunities for supervised scans and surgical skills are available.

Working for our organisation

Imperial College Healthcare offers a vibrant environment with leading clinicians, focusing on patient care, professional growth, and staff wellbeing. Benefits include career development, flexible working, and various staff schemes. We promote equal opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Recruitment at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust for a research fellow in preterm birth prevention at St Mary’s Hospital, starting October 2025. The role combines research and clinical duties, including on-call responsibilities, weekly clinics, and involvement in audit and quality improvement projects. The candidate will set up research studies, contribute to publications, and aim for higher degree registration, with tuition fees potentially discounted for Trust staff.

Duties and responsibilities:

Research (60%) and clinical sessions include ward rounds, assessments, and attendance at cerclage procedures. The weekly schedule includes a preterm birth prevention clinic and obstetric medicine clinic, with participation in team meetings and training sessions. Timetables vary based on clinical commitments.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GMC registered/licensed Medical Practitioner
• MBBS or equivalent
• NTN in O&G or equivalent
• OOP approval from HEE
• MRCOG Part 1 completed
• Complete employment history
• Experience in the specialty

Clinical skills

• Sound clinical knowledge and judgment
• Prioritization and understanding of UK obstetric practice
• Basic Surgical Skills course completion
• Practical skills aptitude and relevant course completion

Audit

• Understanding of audit principles
• Participation in audit and quality improvement

Academic achievements including research/publications

• Research skills and participation in research and teaching
• Experience in audit and quality projects

Language

• Effective communication skills in English, demonstrated by education or testing scores
• Empathy, rapport-building, and organizational skills

Patient focused skills

• Team responsibility for patient care

Probity

• Honesty, integrity, ethical awareness, and alignment with Trust values

Reliability

• Trustworthiness, caring attitude, teamwork ability