Gastroenterology Research Fellow

York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in York is seeking a Gastroenterology Research Fellow for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Gastroenterology service to enhance research capacity, engage in clinics, and ensure compliance with intellectual property rights. Essential qualifications include GMC registration and a significant interest in Gastroenterology. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Competitive relocation package of up to £18,000

Study leave budget of £3,000 across three years

Qualifications

• 4 years postgraduate training with at least 2 years in a relevant specialty training programme or equivalent experience.
• Significant interest/experience in Gastroenterology.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Gastroenterology service to grow research capacity.
• Facilitate research and ensure compliance with IP rights.

Skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Leadership qualities

Education

MBChB or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Full FRCOPhth or equivalent

Job description

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to invite candidates to apply to work with us as an Gastroenterology Research Fellow

The finalised job plan will be confirmed following the interview process.

This is a 12 month contract with the potential for extension.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the team as a Research Fellow and will work closely with the Gastroenterology service to grow research capacity within the Trust.

If job planned time allows the successful candidates will be exposed to clinics, Endoscopy and wards as well as Research activities.

In addition, the fellow will also be expected to help facilitate research, to join an active community of researchers within the Trust and ensure that all IP rights of the Trust are observed where applicable and the timetable will ensure dedicated time for this.

About us

York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, and which includes Scarborough and Bridlington.

Our mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve.

We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best to live in the UK.

It's our privilege to be the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sites, supporting safe, high quality patient-centred care on a day-to-day basis.

In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes and discounts. There is also a competitive relocation package of up to £18,000. To support your learning and development you will be entitled to a study leave budget of £3,000 across three years, along with support from our learning and development team. The Trust has also increased both annual leave and SPA entitlement for SAS grades to match that of consultants. More information can be found on the Trust's website in the 'Working for Us' section.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information please see the job description attached

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain's Reservists and Employers. This means that York Teaching Hospital has provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome their application to work for us.

Disability Confident and Mindful Employer

The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition. Our support for these schemes includes encouraging applications from people who are disabled or have a mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBChB or equivalent

Desirable

• Full FRCOPhth or equivalent

Exper

Essential

• 4 years postgraduate training with at least 2 years in a relevant specialty training programme or equivalent experience and competencies
• Significant interest/experience in Gastroenterology

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Desirable

• Leadership qualities

Values

Essential

• Ability to put the patient first
• Willingness to continually improve skills/knowledge
• Awareness of impact of role on patient care

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