Clinical Research Fellow - Rheumatology | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 06 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £44,170 - £67,610 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0RY |
| Cwmni: | Southend University Hospital NHS Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7790922/390-DoM-SO-3404-A |
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This exciting fixed‑term post is funded by the Research and Development Department and offers a unique blend of 70% research and 30% clinical Rheumatology. The role provides protected time for clinical duties, research activity, and teaching and training.
Based at Southend Hospital, the Clinical Fellow will join a dynamic and supportive Rheumatology team in which all consultants are actively research‑engaged. The department hosts a thriving clinical trials unit, staffed by two experienced research nurses and dedicated administrative support, creating a strong culture of innovation and collaboration.
Although the post does not carry formal educational approval, it offers training opportunities equivalent to those provided within the East Anglia registrar training programme. This role is ideal for someone wishing to develop subspecialty skills in rheumatology, gain significant research experience, or prepare for a future training number.
The balance of service and research commitments can be tailored to support the fellow’s professional development, ensuring a rewarding and personalised training experience.
Clinical and Research Duties:
The post holder will support recruitment to NIHR portfolio commercial and non-commercial studies with support from research nurses and trial practitioners from the R&D Department, and the activities of the Rheumatology service. The Clinical Fellow is expected to complete GCP training and become involved in the clinical management of patients on research trials.
Carry out feasibility assessments of NIHR portfolio and non-portfolio commercial and non-commercial studies
Screen and actively participate in the consent process according to the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Provide dedicated clinical trials support for treatment and follow-up for participants recruited to trials alongside the R&D and health care teams.
The Rheumatology Department has an active audit programme and the post holder would be expected to contribute to the audit. In particular audit projects are pertinent to the research that will be undertaken.
The Research Fellow will be involvement in specific projects with the aim to produce peer reviewed papers for publication. A consultant rota is in place that offers support to the research team
Undertake outpatient clinics
Inpatient Care: To see rheumatology ward referrals at Southend Hospital and liaise with the consultant on call to plan investigations and treatment.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
*Previous Applicants Need Not Apply*
This advert closes on Sunday 8 Feb 2026