Junior Clinical Research Fellow - Renal | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Greater London is looking for a part-time Research Fellow to assist with a significant study on kidney transplantation. This role involves coordinating research visits, managing clinical data, and ensuring compliance with research standards. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in clinical research and be committed to advancing their academic careers. Training in specialized molecular diagnostics will be provided. Applications close on Friday 2 Jan 2026.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research and sample handling.
• Ability to analyze clinical data and prepare reports.
• Familiarity with GCP and NIHR standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver key elements of the study.
• Identify participants and process clinical samples.
• Manage data and prepare study reports.

Skills

Sample processing

Data management

Assay coordination

Regulatory documentation

Clinical research

Education

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

Research Fellow – Part‑time (0.5 WTE)

Applications are invited for a part‑time (0.5 WTE) Research Fellow to support delivery of the Devyser‑funded research programme “Evaluation of a diagnostic method for detection of molecular signs of rejection and tissue damage following kidney transplantation” at the Royal Free Hospital.

This is a research‑only post with no clinical service commitment. Under the supervision of Dr Rhys Evans, the post‑holder will coordinate and deliver key elements of the study, including participant identification, sample processing, assay coordination, data management and analysis, and regulatory documentation.

The Fellow will support operational delivery of the study in accordance with GCP, NIHR standards, Research Governance, and the project timelines outlined in the Devyser Research Funding Agreement.

This role offers excellent training in translational transplant research, laboratory‑based biomarker methods, molecular diagnostics, and regulated research delivery. It is well‑suited to individuals seeking to develop an academic career in transplantation, nephrology, molecular diagnostics or clinical research.

Background & Research Approach

Devyser AB specialises in advanced diagnostic kits for complex DNA testing. The Royal Free, as an internationally recognised transplant centre, will conduct a 3‑year evaluation of a novel molecular diagnostic method for detecting early evidence of allograft rejection and tissue injury in kidney transplant recipients.

• Collection of clinical samples from kidney transplant recipients
• Processing and transfer of samples according to SOPs.
• Integration of Devyser molecular assay outputs with clinical and laboratory data.
• Analysis of correlations between molecular markers, graft function, and clinical outcomes.
• Preparation of interim and final study reports for Devyser in line with contractual milestones.

The post‑holder will be central in coordinating research visits, sample logistics, and data acquisition.

About Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward‑thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next‑level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

Application

For more information please follow https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk.

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This advert closes on Friday 2 Jan 2026.