About this role
Job summary
The Clinical Research Fellow (CRF) will be an integral part of the Cough Research team at King's College Hospital. The primary focus will be to investigate the burden and prevalence of cough and symptoms of cough hypersensitivity in chronic respiratory diseases. In addition, the CRF will be part of the cough research team at King's College Hospital, and will facilitate the everyday running of clinical trials on cough.
Main duties of the job
To perform cough and respiratory physiology research procedures, including participant assessment, informed consent, clinical examination, questionnaires, capsaicin challenge test, respiratory muscle testing and research record keeping.
To facilitate successful enrolment and completion, the study may require commitment to working out of hours (time recognised in lieu).
To take responsibility for specific study-related medical decisions within their expertise, and, where appropriate, in consultation with the Study Investigators.
To take responsibility for the care of patients who are taking part in clinical trials and liaise with the study physicians as appropriate.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. Transforming Healthcare is the vision at the heart of the King's Strategy - 2026 to 2031. Together, we are pursuing six strategic ambitions: delivering high-quality patient care; being a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Achieving these ambitions will require all of us to work as one Team King's, united by a shared commitment to our values of being caring, collaborative, inclusive and innovative. By living these values every day, we will transform healthcare for our patients, our communities and each other
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Clinical Research Fellow (CRF) will be an integral part of the Cough Research team at Kings College Hospital. The primary focus will be to investigate the burden and prevalence of cough and symptoms of cough hypersensitivity in chronic respiratory diseases. In addition, the CRF will be part of the cough research team at Kings College Hospital, and will facilitate the everyday running of clinical trials on cough.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Full GMC Registration UK recognised medical degree Respiratory specialisation qualification (in progress or completed) ALS (or equivalent) certified Evidence of understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council
Desirable
Intercalated degree (e.g. BSc)/ other qualifications GCP trained
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Ability to manage acute respiratory emergencies Knowledge of cough and respiratory physiology
Desirable
Presentation of research findings at international meetings Personal commitment to respiratory research
Skills and Competencies Essential
Word processing skills Good communication skills Ability to work effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, and other agencies Good organisational and management skills Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
Desirable
Basic statistical/data analysis knowledge
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)