Clinical Research Fellow Neurology (FY2 equivalent)
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £42,008 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4LP |
| Company: | The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7314998/317-TD-25-176 |
Summary
A Vacancy at The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Doctor to join our dynamic clinical trials team, specialising in neurology clinical trials. This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to embark on a career in clinical research, with little or no prior experience required as comprehensive training will be provided.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality clinical trials, including randomised control trials of epilepsy treatments, studies on ultra-long-term wearable devices, genetic research, and microbiome registries. You will gain invaluable clinical exposure and develop a broad range of skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Clinical:
· Assist with patient recruitment, assessments, and monitoring during trials.
· Ensure accurate data collection and adherence to clinical trial protocols.
Administrative:
· Maintain detailed and organised clinical trial records.
· Coordinate with team members and stakeholders to ensure smooth trial operations.
Research:
· Contribute to the development and implementation of research studies.
· Analyse data and assist in the preparation of research reports and publications.
Teaching:
· Participate in educational sessions and training for team members.
· Share insights and knowledge gained from clinical trial experiences with peers and juniors.
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
• Freeman Hospital
• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service
• Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under ‘Documents to download’ or ‘Supporting documents’.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Key responsibilities include assisting with patient recruitment, data collection, and ensuring compliance with clinical trial protocols. An eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential attributes for this role. You will be joining a trials team with a dedicated clinical trials co-ordinator, data entry officer and two research nurses. You will get the opportunity to run research clinics and produce abstracts for conferences, attend national epilepsy research meetings.
This advert closes on Friday 4 Jul 2025
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Doctor to join our dynamic clinical trials team, specialising in neurology clinical trials. This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to embark on a career in clinical research, with little or no prior experience required as comprehensive training will be provided.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality clinical trials, including randomised control trials of epilepsy treatments, studies on ultra-long-term wearable devices, genetic research, and microbiome registries. You will gain invaluable clinical exposure and develop a broad range of skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Clinical:
· Assist with patient recruitment, assessments, and monitoring during trials.
· Ensure accurate data collection and adherence to clinical trial protocols.
Administrative:
· Maintain detailed and organised clinical trial records.
· Coordinate with team members and stakeholders to ensure smooth trial operations.
Research:
· Contribute to the development and implementation of research studies.
· Analyse data and assist in the preparation of research reports and publications.
Teaching:
· Participate in educational sessions and training for team members.
· Share insights and knowledge gained from clinical trial experiences with peers and juniors.
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
• Freeman Hospital
• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service
• Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under ‘Documents to download’ or ‘Supporting documents’.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Key responsibilities include assisting with patient recruitment, data collection, and ensuring compliance with clinical trial protocols. An eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential attributes for this role. You will be joining a trials team with a dedicated clinical trials co-ordinator, data entry officer and two research nurses. You will get the opportunity to run research clinics and produce abstracts for conferences, attend national epilepsy research meetings.
This advert closes on Friday 4 Jul 2025
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