Trosolwg o'r swydd

We offer an exciting opportunity to appoint 2 Clinical Research Fellows in Hepatology. This will be on a fixed term contract for 12 months in the first instance, renewable for a maximum of 3 years depending on progress towards an MD or PhD.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

Research is a primary focus of this post, the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an original and substantial research project within the Hepatology Research Group, supported by one of the Principle investigators Prof Cramp, Porf Dhanda and Prof Chokshi. Specific research project ideas and plans can be discussed and agreed.

The applicant is expected to register for  a higher degree MD or PhD, and the Hepatology Research Group at University of Plymouth will provide lab facilities in the Derriford Research Facility and research training and supervision according to the successful candidates proposed research programme.

It is envisaged that the successful applicant will identify a research project early in their appointment with a view to publications and presentations at national/international meetings.

The successful applicant will also support the Liver unit’s clinical governance and service improvement programmes including IQILS accreditation by engaging with clinical audit and governance processes.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.