Clinical Research Fellow ST6-ST8

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS teaching hospital is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow in Neonatology. This role offers the opportunity to engage in neonatal research, enhance training, and develop administrative skills in a supportive environment. Candidates should possess MRCP/MRCPCH and relevant experience in paediatrics.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years postgraduate experience including one year in neonatal intensive care.
• Full GMC registration with a License to Practice.
• Extensive experience in paediatrics culminating in CCT or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit focusing on neonatal research.
• Support neonatal training and administrative development.
• Lead change and support clinical research.

Skills

Effective communicator

Team player

Adaptable

Resilient

Proficient with IT

Education

MRCPH or equivalent

Job description

Go back King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Fellow ST6-ST8

The closing date is 29 May 2025

We are seeking to recruit a Clinical Research Fellow in Neonatology to work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at King's College Hospital. The post offers the opportunity to undertake research in Neonatology and advance the successful candidate's neonatal training and administrative skills in a teaching hospital environment.

Main duties of the job

This post is suitable for paediatric doctors with a minimum of two years postgraduate experience, including at least one year in neonatal intensive care units. MRCP/MRCPCH or equivalent is essential.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest teaching trusts, with a turnover of approximately £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts annually, and over 15,000 staff across South East London. We provide a comprehensive range of local and specialist services across five sites. Our vision, 'Strong Roots, Global Reach,' aims to be bold, with outstanding care, leadership in research, innovation, education, and a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We are dedicated to person-centred, digitally-enabled, and sustainable healthcare, striving to elevate our services further.

We are at a pivotal moment in our history, seeking individuals ready to join a highly professional team and make a meaningful, lasting impact on our patients and staff.

King's is committed to sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan, aligning with national Greener NHS ambitions. Our net zero carbon targets are set for 2040 for the NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for the NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. All staff are encouraged to contribute responsibly to reduce emissions, waste, and pollution.

Job responsibilities

The role involves working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at King's College Hospital, focusing on neonatal research and supporting neonatal training and administrative development within a teaching hospital setting.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MRCPH or equivalent

Registration

• Full GMC registration with a License to Practice

Training and Experience

• Extensive experience in paediatrics, culminating in CCT or equivalent
• Specialist training in paediatrics

Administration

• Experience organizing neonatal services in a busy teaching hospital
• Knowledge of current NHS structures and recent initiatives

Management and Leadership

• Demonstrated leadership within multidisciplinary teams

Audit & Quality Improvement

• Understanding of medical audit and quality improvement principles

Research

• Ability to lead change and support clinical research
• Research experience in neonatal ventilation
• Publication of relevant articles or case reports

Teaching

• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education

Personal Skills

• Effective communicator, team player, adaptable, resilient
• Proficient with IT and computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary: £63,152 to £70,696 per annum plus London allowance.