About this role
Job summary
The Department of Neuroscience is part of the network services care group and is one of the largest in the country. It covers southeast London and Kent and encompasses almost all aspects of neurological/ neurosurgical clinical care.
The post-holder will actively support clinical trial recruitment and delivery across Research Delivery Unit (RDU) 1 - Neurosciences, acting as a sub-investigator on a range of trials from phase 1 first in human to phase 3 trials. The post-holder will lead on complex clinical trials (such as CAR-T cell therapy and Advanced Therapy) and they will work closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams, Principal Investigators, academic partners and research delivery staff to promote and enhance research activity within the RDU and department of Neurology.
The post-holder is expected to work in adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research governance and Trust policies and processes. Additionally, the post-holder is expected to work autonomously, keep meticulous records and possess excellent organisational skills.
In addition to research work, the clinical research fellow may have the opportunity to undertake outpatient clinics at the Parkinson's centre of excellence as well as general neurology clinics. There may be an opportunity to participate in the unit's Neurology teaching program.
Main duties of the job
- Support the timely delivery of clinical trials conducted within RDU 1 - Neurosciences to acceptable medical standards, in line with the requirements of sponsors, ICH GCP, and other appropriate guidelines and regulations.
- Provide medical assessment and cover for selected studies, working alongside the clinical research delivery team in RDU 1.
- Initiate definitive strategies to anticipate and expertly manage medical safety issues, including emergencies.
- Act as Sub-Investigator on designated research studies.
- Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions as agreed with the Principal Investigator
- Assess participant eligibility against protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and maintaining up to date screening lists.
- Obtain informed consent in adherence to ICH GCP from study participants.
- Perform clinical assessments, medical histories and physical examinations and prescribing study medication.
- Perform clinical procedures as appropriate to the assigned study (including, but not limited to, clinical examinations or testing, insertion of intravenous lines, assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies)
- Evaluate and manage acute, sub-acute and chronic adverse drug reactions and manage acutetoxicological emergencies under the supervision of the consultants in charge.
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About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.
Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating 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.
We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.
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
- Participate in the design and conduct of clinical research projects.
- Present research findings at local, national and international meetings.
- Contribute to publications, abstracts and conference presentations.
- Support grant development and translational research activity where appropriate.
- Undertake audit and quality improvement projects.
- Contribute to teaching medical students, trainees and multidisciplinary research staff.
- Support training in clinical research and clinical procedures.
- Participate in departmental educational meetings and journal clubs.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Medical degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised qualification).
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise
- Have completed ST1 - ST2 level post registration experience or equivalent.
- Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCS, MRCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Higher research degree (MSc, MRes, MD or PhD)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience managing acutely unwell patients
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
- Understanding of clinical trial methodology and research governance
- Experience of audit, quality improvement or service evaluation
Desirable
- Publications or presentations in peer-reviewed scientific settings
- Experience of advanced therapies, cellular therapies, gene therapies or regenerative medicine
- Previous involvement in clinical research studies including recruitment and eligibility assessment
- Participation in investigator meetings, monitoring visits or regulatory inspections
Skills and Comptencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to obtain informed consent
- Understanding of patient safety and pharmacovigilance processes
- Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking senior support appropriately
- Ability to interpret clinical investigations
Desirable
- Competency in neurological clinical procedures (such as lumbar punctures)
- Basic statistical analysis experience
- Knowledge of MHRA ATIMP regulations
- Understanding of translational and experimental medicine research
- Experience with electronic data capture systems and research databases
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)