Research Fellow in Structural Cardiology in Banbury

A full‑time post as Research Fellow in Structural Interventional Cardiology is available now at the John Radcliffe Hospital. This post is suitable for candidates who have already commenced training in Interventional or Imaging Cardiology and are at SpR level. Applications are invited from established trainees who are undertaking interventional or imaging training and want to gain experience in clinical research in the field. The appointment is whole‑time, and Full GMC registration is required.

This post is tailored for candidates with an interest in academic medicine and clinical trial and outcome methodology. The successful applicant will lead and contribute to a robust portfolio of clinical research focusing on outcomes in transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) and transcatheter mitral/tricuspid intervention, e.g. edge‑to‑edge repair (TEER). The post is tailored for candidates who have not yet undertaken a period of formal research training (MD/PhD) who may use this post to develop and apply for an externally funded fellowship.

While the role provides exposure to structural procedures and advanced cardiac imaging (echocardiography and CT) to facilitate data collection and analysis, the primary focus is the delivery of high‑impact publications and the presentation of findings at international conferences. This is a dedicated research position and is not an approved clinical training post. Candidates are welcome to contact Dr Tom Cahill, Consultant Cardiologist or Professor Raj Kharbanda, Consultant Cardiologist. It is preferred that any contact is made after shortlisting.

• Dataset integration: Leveraging existing local Oxford databases, national registries (such as NICOR), and data from commercially sponsored clinical trials to work on clinical projects.
• Project development: Designing and executing original research protocols, from hypothesis generation to statistical analysis, focusing on real‑world outcomes in structural heart disease.
• Comparative analysis: Utilizing multi‑modality data including advanced CT and Echocardiographic parameters to evaluate the efficacy of emerging aortic, mitral and tricuspid therapies against established surgical and medical standards.
• Academic output: Translating these data‑driven insights into high‑impact manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals and presenting findings at major international congresses (e.g., EuroPCR, TCT, ESC).
• Training and output: Post designed for trainees who are undertaking time out of a training programme and wish to focus on high‑impact research output, prior to undertaking a higher degree (MD/PhD).
• Active leadership in clinical research is an integral part of the post, alongside technical training in the interpretation of cardiac imaging (specifically echocardiography and CT) to support research analysis.

• Higher Medical Degree.
• Enrolment within a cardiology speciality training programme.
• Full GMC registration or equivalent.

• Undertaking speciality training in cardiology.

• Interest in research with publications.
• Knowledge of the NHS organisation and government agenda for modernisation.
• Computing skills: ability to use word processor, spreadsheet, programme and web browser.
• Research analysis skills.
• Management training and experience.
• Transport.
• Experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees.
• Experience of routine clinical audit.

• GMC registration or equivalent.
• Transport.

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.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

For further information please see Employer details Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Oxford Heart Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford & Banbury OX3 9DU.