Paediatric Clinical Research Fellow (Eqv to ST3) | Barts Health NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 03 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £41,750 - £64,288 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, E1 1FR |
| Company: | Barts Health NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7325795/259-MED7325795RLH |
Summary
We are looking to appoint a paediatric clinical research fellow to support the establishment of new studies and the recruitment of patients into NIHR portfolio studies (including industry studies). This post will assist the Children’s Clinical Research Facility (CCRF) nursing staff when clinical input is required in studies of all sub-specialties of paediatrics. Sub-specialities in the hospital include (but not limited to) gastroenterology, diabetes, and endocrinology, respiratory, haematology, neurology, PCCU and neonatology.
Bothposts are 50% clinical 50% research for a period of 12 months and would be suitable for trainees interested in out of programme experience (OOPE).
The successful applicants would be encouraged and supported in developing and taking on a project of their own over the time in the post.
The key aims are supporting the CCRF team and the principal investigators in all medical issues to increase patient recruitment into NIHR portfolio studies and help take on and set up new studies.
· To support recruitment into portfolio of research projects, and to support the smooth running of all research studies. This will includepatient visits, data entry work, administrative work and liaising with sponsors and multidisciplinary teams.
· To undertake new research projects under the supervision of the principal investigator and Director of Research.
· To support all research work within the Paediatrics team and advocate for the inclusion of research activities within the paediatric department
· The successful applicant will be encouraged to apply for research grants for small research projects that may be feasible within the timeframe of the post.
· To ensure that all research is undertaken according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), as well as SOPs and trial specific protocols
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate, and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
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Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
This advert closes on Thursday 17 Jul 2025