Specialty Doctor – Clinical Research

Overview

In this role you support and lead clinical research across the Trust, with responsibility for trial setup, delivery and safety in line with regulations. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide medical cover, conduct studies to Good Clinical Practice, and oversee regulatory documentation and records. You will collaborate with the R&D department and RDN to achieve the Trust’s research goals and ensure studies meet targets. This is a patient-focused opportunity in a mission-driven NHS environment that values inclusion and advancement in research.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal or sub-investigator for clinical research studies, providing medical cover and ensuring safety, timeliness and target delivery
• Lead or participate in trial setup, conduct, and management in accordance with regulatory requirements and GCP
• Maintain accurate regulatory and study records (paper and electronic) as required by authorities and sponsors
• Engage with the R&D department and local Research Delivery Network (RDN) to support organisational research targets
• Identify suitable studies and assist with sponsor applications on behalf of the Trust
• Provide medically informed decisions within their expertise, in consultation with Principal Investigators
• Foster relationships across Trust departments to aid smooth study setup and operation

Key requirements

• Completion of core speciality training or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and a licence to practise
• Significant practical experience of research delivery
• Desirable: Experience in audit
• Desirable: Experience of leadership within a research setting
• Essential Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent
• Desirable: MRCP (UK) or equivalent; BSc or intercalated degree

• Excellent communication with patients and carers
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Proven ability to manage acute medical emergencies
• ALS provider
• Proficient with computers and adaptable to new platforms

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