Clinical Research Fellow in Rehabilitation Medicine

South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for doctors to train in clinical neurosciences while gaining experience in clinical research and medical education. This permanent position offers involvement in patient care, teaching, and research within a leading NHS Trust, rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute medicine or surgery required.
• Participation in audit or quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rehabilitation research activities.
• Teach undergraduate medical students.

Skills

Teaching skills

Clinical research

Quality improvement

Education

MRCP

MRCS

MSc

MD

PhD

Job description

This post offers an opportunity for doctors wishing to train in clinical neurosciences to gain parallel experience in clinical research or medical education. Research, quality improvement, or medical education activities will be included in the job plan. For suitable applicants, the post could include funding for a part-time higher degree supervised at a linked university.

This is a permanent position designed to support research and undergraduate teaching, as well as providing experience within clinical neurosciences. The contract duration may be extended for applicants pursuing a part-time Masters or Doctorate.

Clinical duties include ward cover for patients in the Central England Rehabilitation Unit. Appointees will gain experience with neurological and neurosurgical conditions, developing skills in interdisciplinary working and managing complex cases. Opportunities include outpatient and outreach settings, covering stages from hyperacute to long-term care. Participation in weekly educational complex case meetings will be expected.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the Royal Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital on-call rota. This non-resident, 1:6 on-call rota covers the hospital site only (no acute admissions) and is supported by an on-call consultant.

On-call duties are shared with other specialty doctors (Elderly Care and Adult Rehabilitation) and provide out-of-hours coverage for all patients on site. The rota includes coverage for annual leave, short-term sickness, and study leave.

About us

Join a Trust rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust has been rated outstanding and is ranked 4th nationally for staff recommendation as a place to work. We serve Warwickshire and beyond, with hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa, and Shipston-on-Stour, along with community services across the county. We are committed to improving quality, integrating pathways, and enhancing productivity, guided by our core values of providing safe, inclusive, effective, and compassionate care.

Job description and responsibilities

Applicants should be near completion of their MRCP, MRCS, or equivalent. Responsibilities include participating in the CERU rehabilitation research activities, contributing to existing studies or designing new research projects. Candidates may register for an MSc, MD, or PhD, especially those planning careers in rehabilitation medicine, neurology, neurosurgery, stroke medicine, trauma, neurophysiology, or neuro-palliative care.

The role involves teaching undergraduate medical students, including involvement in assessment and evaluation.

Person Specification

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with experience in acute medicine or surgery
• Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects

Desirable

• Commitment to clinical research or medical education
• Teaching skills, including explaining clinical concepts to students