Trust Doctor in Critical Care Research (Eqv ST1/2)

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is inviting applications for a Clinical Research Fellow to join the Adult Critical Care Unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend clinical experience with research in one of the busiest critical care settings in the UK. The ideal candidate will be involved in academic activities while taking part in the management of critically ill patients. Applicants must have current GMC registration and relevant qualifications, with an expected salary between £44,170 and £46,675 annually.

Qualifications

• Current GMC registration required.
• Critical care experience is desirable.
• Evidence of academic work outside standard MBBS course.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical duties under consultant supervision.
• Contribute to admission and daily management of critically ill patients.

Skills

Flexible approach to work

Team working

IT literate

Education

MB BS or equivalent

Primary MRCP, MRCS, FRCA or equivalent

Stage 2 ICM or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Applicants are invited for an enthusiastic and academically motivated Clinical Research Fellow to join our Adult Critical Care Unit as part of our expanding research and development strategy. This post offers a rare opportunity to combine hands‑on clinical experience in one of the UK’s busiest critical care environments with substantial protected time for academic work within a leading research group. The Royal London ACCU provides exposure to a diverse and high‑acuity patient cohort, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence and innovation.

This fellowship is designed to promote and develop research capability in Intensive Care Medicine. The post holder will join the Critical Care and Perioperative Medicine research group, an internationally recognised team working across a broad range of fields including infection, genomics, metabolism, functional outcomes, sarcopenia, inflammation, acute kidney injury, peri‑operative care and trauma.

Alongside your research activities, you will participate in clinical duties on the Adult Critical Care Unit under consultant supervision, contributing to the admission, assessment and day‑to‑day management of critically ill patients.

About Us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world‑class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high‑performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm‑free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job Responsibilities

The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view the attachment below.

Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification – Qualifications / Higher Qualifications (Essential)

• MB BS or equivalent – Current GMC registration

Person Specification – Qualifications / Higher Qualifications (Desirable)

• Primary MRCP, MRCS, FRCA or equivalent
• MRCP, FRCA

Person Specification – Knowledge (Desirable)

• Some critical care experience

Person Specification – Training (Essential)

• Stage 2 ICM or equivalent

Person Specification – Management / Audit Experience (Desirable)

• Participation in Audit or QI Project

Person Specification – Academic Achievements (Desirable)

• Some evidence of academic or educational work outside standard MBBS course

Person Specification – Research / Publications (Desirable)

• Published peer‑reviewed abstract or paper.

Person Specification – Personal Skills (Essential)

• Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
• IT literate

Person Specification – Personal Qualities (Essential)

• Self‑motivated
• Ability to work under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team
• Reliable work record

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Barts Health NHS Trust – Royal London Hospital – Whitechapel Rd. – London – E1 1FR

Employment Details

Date posted: 08 December 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor – Other
Salary: £44,170 to £46,675 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term – 6 months – Full‑time
Reference number: 259-MED7669045RLH
Job locations: Royal London Hospital – Whitechapel Rd. – London – E1 1FR