Clinical Research Fellow

Job description

About the role

The National Heart and Lung Institute are delighted to seek applications for a 3-year Clinical Research Fellow post in cardiomyopathy and clinical trials at the Royal Brompton campus. The successful candidate will be strongly encouraged to undertake a post-graduate degree during the post.

The candidate will be supervised by Dr Brian Halliday and Professor Rasha Al-Lamee and coordinate a fully-funded clinical study investigating the natural history of dilated cardiomyopathy.

The candidate will be trained in clinical trials, cardiomyopathy and cardiovascular imaging.

What you would be doing

• To work with the principal investigators to screen and enrol participants, carry out baseline and follow-up visits, supervise CMR scans and collect and record data in an accurate and systematic way
• To complete and comply with reporting and progress requirements
• To work with the principal investigators to complete and update applications and reports to appropriate regulatory and ethical bodies
• To work with colleagues to complete trial data analysis in a robust and scientific manner
• To present findings to colleagues at internal and external meetings (travelling within the UK and abroad)
• To draft publications for submission to peer reviewed journals
• The post holder will be responsible for accurate record keeping and documentation of results, and for preparing research reports and papers arising from his/her research

What we are looking for

• An individual with experience in cardiology and clinical research who works well within a team and is able to set and achieve goals in a timely manner. Prior experience in clinical trials with good understanding of research methodology is desirable.
• Full General Medical Council (GMC) registration (or eligible for full registration)

What we can offer you

• Dedicated mentorship from experienced investigators
• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.

• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is a full time and fixed term post for 3 years. You will be based at Royal Brompton Campus with travel to other campuses as required.

Informal enquiries may be made via email to: Dr Brian Halliday ([email protected]). Candidates will be expected to complete an online application.

As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check , at the appropriate level, will be required for the successful candidate.