Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are recruiting a Clinical research fellow in respiratory paediatric sleep medicine. This is a great opportunity for those training or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in respiratory sleep disorders, in particular neonatal sleep disorders. This will either be a junior or senior role depending on experience and level of current training.
Up to 50% of your time will be spent on research service provision for the paediatric respiratory sleep service. This involves a number of studies but predominantly research around neonatal sleep. The remaining research time will be available to be spent supervised by Dr Hazel Evans with the intention of providing the time and support for an application to be made for a formal externally funded research training fellowship and registration for study towards a higher degree (usually PhD or MD). The post will include 1 clinic activity per week and training in respiratory paediatric sleep medicine. The post will be appointed for 1 year in the first instance. Where appropriate, funding may be extended by fixed time periods where academic progress is considered satisfactory.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO
- The primary role of this post is to assist the paediatric respiratory sleep team in delivering research studies, in particular studies in relation to neonatal and infant sleep. This post will support our current research program working alongside our clinical academic physiologist.
- The post holder will be expected to engage as appropriate with all aspects of the development and conduct of studies, including the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents, the recruitment of subjects and providing medical cover.
- The post holder should work to ensure that all studies are conducted to Good Clinical Practice.
- Working patterns are flexible depending on the study and visit requirements. Some out of hours working is required and the applicant should be able to drive with access to a vehicle in order to contribute to home visits.
- There is a commitment to undertake 1 supervised clinic per week in paediatric respiratory medicine.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Individuals who are keen to learn more about clinical research and are interested in the potential of further research training (MD/PhD)
- Excellent communicators
- Someone who can contribute and work well with our multi-professional team within the CRF and paediatric sleep team
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Postgraduate - MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- BSc (or other intercalated degree) other degrees/ qualifications
- Postgraduate - Undergraduate Awards Higher Degree
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post registration General/Acute Paediatric experience, of which 18 months must involve admission of acute emergencies and at least 6 months of acute unselected take. If relevant: successful completion of a Foundation Programme and of Core Paediatric Training
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Additional experience or demonstrated interest in: a) Neonates or paediatric respiratory medicine OR b) Some research experience OR c) some experience of paediatric sleep medicine
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Proven ability to manage acute medical/paediatric emergencies.
- Proven ability to prioritise tasks
- Good insight into own abilities and experience
- Importance of and ability in communication with patients and their carers.
- Proven competence in venous sampling and cannulation
- Commitment to the specialty of research choice
Desirable
- Clinical knowledge of Paediatric sleep medicine
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Motivation and Aptitude for the Specialty
- Ability to self-direct own learning and time
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.
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
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD