Trust Doctor (Research)

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS Pension

Occupational health services

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Trust Research Doctor based at the Wonford site. The role involves supporting delivery of clinical trials across multiple specialties under supervision of Principal Investigators, with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.

Applicants must be fully registered medical practitioners and able to work in the UK. The post is 2 days per week, permanent with fixed-term option for 12 months, and offers educational

Qualifications

• Fully registered medical practitioner (UK) or eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in clinical research or trials is desirable.
• Commitment to Good Clinical Practice and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of clinical research trials across a broad range of specialties.
• Collaborate with PIs, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide medical oversight and safety monitoring in trials and studies.
• Teach and support junior colleagues and students where appropriate.

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Tools

GCP training

Job description

The appointee will support the delivery of clinical research trials and studies across a broad range of the Trust’s specialties, working under the oversight of study Principal Investigators (PIs). The role involves close collaboration with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the safe, effective, and high-quality conduct of research across all phases of clinical trials.

About the Role

More detail about the role

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Trust Research Doctor based at the Trust’s Wonford site.

All Trust doctors are allocated a Clinical Supervisor and are encouraged to maintain a professional portfolio. The post holder will have access to relevant educational opportunities and will provide high-quality clinical care to research participants with a wide range of conditions, in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice. The role requires working as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary research team and contributing to the effective clinical operation of the Trust’s research units.

The post is predominantly Monday to Friday during usual working hours, although some flexibility is required. There is no on-call commitment. The post holder will also be expected to support and teach more junior colleagues within the multidisciplinary research team, as well as medical and other students, as appropriate.

This permanent post is designed for an experienced doctor to contribute to the delivery of high-quality clinical research across the Trust. The role involves working with established research teams on a wide portfolio of commercial and non-commercial clinical trials and studies, including early and late phase research across a broad range of medical specialties.

The post holder will be embedded within a leading teaching and research hospital and will play a key role in the clinical delivery and medical oversight of research activity. Working alongside experienced Principal Investigators (PIs) and multidisciplinary teams, the Trust Research Doctor will provide medical support to patients and healthy volunteers participating in clinical trials and studies, and contribute to the safe and effective operation of the Trust’s research units.

The post is permanent and part‑time, working 2 days per week. Flexible working arrangements are fully supported, and there is no on-call commitment.

Applicants must be fully registered medical practitioners and eligible to work in the UK. Applications should include contact details for a minimum of two referees, covering the last two years of employment.

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Commercial Research Matron, Heather Palfrey ( [e-mail] ), for further information. Informal visits to the Trust’s research facilities can be arranged.

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-2726-14401
• Contract Type Fixed Term
• Closing Date 16 October, 2026
• Job Category Medical
• Staff Group Medical & Dental