Junior Clinical Fellow in Respiratory

Leeds Teaching Hospitals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is inviting applications for a Junior Clinical Fellow role in the Department of Cystic Fibrosis. This 6-month fixed-term contract offers extensive training in Respiratory Medicine, focusing on Cystic Fibrosis management. Candidates must have an MBBS or equivalent medical qualification, full registration with GMC by start date, and a strong interest in respiratory conditions. The position provides a chance to be part of a large tertiary Respiratory Centre located in Leeds.

Qualifications

• Be eligible for full registration with and hold a current licence to practise from the GMC by start date.
• Advanced life support certificate from the Resuscitation Council or equivalent by intended start date.
• Experience in managing acutely ill patients.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ward duties, supporting patient care on the Cystic Fibrosis Unit.
• Gain extensive training in all aspects of the management of Cystic Fibrosis.
• Participate in research and teaching initiatives.

Skills

Interest in Cystic Fibrosis

Understanding of Respiratory Medicine

Communication Skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Job description

We are inviting applications to fill our Junior Clinical Fellow vacancy at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the Department of Cystic Fibrosis. This is a fantastic opportunity for those desiring extensive experience in Respiratory Medicine, specifically Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis & Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia at a large tertiary Respiratory Centre.

This is for a 6 month fixed‑term contract.

For further information, please contact:

Dr. Ian Clifton, Consultant Respiratory Physician

Email: [e-mail]

The interview will be held Friday 19th December 2025.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake ward duties, supporting patient care on the Cystic Fibrosis Unit. The duties of the post will be tailored to the individual's needs, taking into consideration the post holder's prior experience and the service elements of the role.

About us

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers in the UK and is based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the north.

At Cardio‑Respiratory CSU, we aim to be a fair and supportive CSU with positive, caring teams who are champions of the Leeds Way values. Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

• Accountable
• Empowered
• Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
• We are keen on supporting the professional development of our staff and creating a culture of continuous learning.
• We value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Job responsibilities

This post will provide the opportunity for the successful candidate to work in the tertiary Respiratory Centre. The successful candidate will gain extensive training in all aspects of the management of Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis & Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).

This appointment will be based at the Department of Respiratory Medicine, St. James' University Hospital, Leeds, one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in the UK, serving a population of over 3 million. The department delivers specialist respiratory services including Cystic Fibrosis, severe asthma, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung disease, tuberculosis, COPD, and PCD. The lung cancer service is one of the largest in the UK and is home to the Yorkshire Lung Screening Trial. We offer bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, thoracoscopy and long‑term pleural drainage. There is a well‑established programme in collaboration with radiology to provide pleural ultrasound certification.

The department consists of 3 inpatient wards and a 12 bed respiratory care unit offering non‑invasive ventilation. There is a separate ward for the care of people with cystic fibrosis.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Eligibility and Fitness to Practice

• Be eligible for full registration with and hold a current licence to practise from the GMC at intended start date
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Advanced life support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council or equivalent by intended start date
• Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or achieved IELTS or OET
• Is up to date & fit to practise safely & is aware of own training needs

Additional Criteria

• Demonstrable interest in & understanding of Cystic Fibrosis

Experience

• 48 months' experience after full GMC registration or equivalent
• Evidence of achievement of IMT competencies in Respiratory Medicine
• Recognition of & ability to undertake the initial management of an acutely ill patient
• Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
• Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence based practice, patient safety & clinical quality improvement initiatives
• Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
• Evidence of involvement in an audit project or quality improvement project
• Evidence of interest in & experience of teaching

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.