Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellowship in Hydrocephalus Neurosurgery. This is a full-time post based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN), which is part of University College London Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH).
The NHNN is an internationally renowned hospital for clinical practice and world-class clinical research in neurosciences. It is also closely associated with the Institute of Neurology (ION). Together, the NHNN and ION are regarded as the premier neurosciences centre in the UK. The Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery provides a comprehensive elective and emergency neurosurgical service for the UCLH Trust, a large area of North Central and West London and its associated hospitals and the local community/GPs. In addition, there are large numbers of National and International referrals to specialist Neurosurgical services.
This is a full time clinical academic post, designed to fit the requirement of young investigators at an early stage of their surgical career, who are keen to learn research methodology, with overall plan to progress into neurosurgical career. The applicant is encouraged to pursue a higher degree in the field of hydrocephalus research and cerebrospinal fluid dynamics research. The post is full time and does not involve on call commitment or banding.
Main duties of the job
The main duties are: to assist in the running of a clinical studies and trials and to assist in applying for research grants for new trials. The post holder will have the opportunity to gain extensive experience of clinical trial conduct, clinical aspects of hydrocephalus, study design and research methodology. The post holder must complete Good Clinical Practice training prior to commencing the post. The post holder will participate in a weekly MDT that is focused on people with hydrocephalus during this time to acquire extensive experience in the diagnosis and management hydrocephalus.
We are committed to providing a supportive learning environment in order to maximise the career potential of the successful candidate.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Certification
Essential
- oRegistered Medical Practitioner
- oCompleted general medical training
- oOn GMC register
Experience
Essential
- oClinical Experience in Neurosurgery at SHO level
- oAn indication of effective research carried out under direction
Desirable
- oExperience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- oExperience in data collection, management, analysis and presentation
- oInvolvement in the clinical audit process and an understanding of the aims thereof
Skills/Understanding
Essential
- Excellent communication skills/verbal and written
- Excellent organisational skills
- Good computing skills (database, statistics)
- Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical and non-clinical setting
- Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise junior staff
- Committed to research and a commitment to quality in the research process
Desirable
- Ability to administer a teaching programme
- Excellent presentation and teaching skills
- Understanding of research methodology
- Ability to provide clinical supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- oAn awareness of key research issues
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in the organisation and management structures of the NHS. Ability to act within these parameters
General
Essential
- oResourceful and able to act on own initiative
- oA very high level of consideration and care for patients and research subjects
- oHigh ethical and professional standards in research, education and clinical practice
Person Specification
Qualifications / Certification
Essential
- oRegistered Medical Practitioner
- oCompleted general medical training
- oOn GMC register
Experience
Essential
- oClinical Experience in Neurosurgery at SHO level
- oAn indication of effective research carried out under direction
Desirable
- oExperience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- oExperience in data collection, management, analysis and presentation
- oInvolvement in the clinical audit process and an understanding of the aims thereof
Skills/Understanding
Essential
- Excellent communication skills/verbal and written
- Excellent organisational skills
- Good computing skills (database, statistics)
- Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical and non-clinical setting
- Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise junior staff
- Committed to research and a commitment to quality in the research process
Desirable
- Ability to administer a teaching programme
- Excellent presentation and teaching skills
- Understanding of research methodology
- Ability to provide clinical supervision
Knowledge
Essential
- oAn awareness of key research issues
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in the organisation and management structures of the NHS. Ability to act within these parameters
General
Essential
- oResourceful and able to act on own initiative
- oA very high level of consideration and care for patients and research subjects
- oHigh ethical and professional standards in research, education and clinical practice
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
