We are looking to appoint a Whole time Clinical Research Fellow in Pulmonary Hypertension Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to for a fixed term period of 1 year with the potential to extend to 2 years.

MRCP (UK) (including PACES) or equivalent is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to ST5+.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

About us

PROUD VALUES

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Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do

Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity

Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve

Unity - Work in partnership with others

Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST5+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practice
• Basic Medical Degree
• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Training in Respiratory Medicine or Cardiology
• Out-patient clinical experience
• Ability to prioritise clinical need.
• Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk.
• Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient.

Research and Audit

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
• Understanding of basic research methodology.

Desirable

• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Teaching and Training

Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrate behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see in job description)
• Good written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

CPD

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Rd, Broomhall

Sheffield

S10 2JF

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