Clinical Research Fellow in Brompton

The National Heart and Lung Institute are delighted to seek applications for a 3-year Clinical Research Fellow post in cardiomyopathy and clinical trials at the Royal Brompton campus. The successful candidate will be strongly encouraged to undertake a post-graduate degree during the post. The candidate will be supervised by Dr Brian Halliday and Professor Rasha Al-Lamee and coordinate a fully-funded clinical study investigating the natural history of dilated cardiomyopathy. The candidate will be trained in clinical trials, cardiomyopathy and cardiovascular imaging.

What you would be doing:

• To work with the principal investigators to screen and enrol participants, carry out baseline and follow-up visits, supervise CMR scans and collect and record data in an accurate and systematic way.
• To complete and comply with reporting and progress requirements.
• To work with the principal investigators to complete and update applications and reports to appropriate regulatory and ethical bodies.
• To work with colleagues to complete trial data analysis in a robust and scientific manner.
• To present findings to colleagues at internal and external meetings (travelling within the UK and abroad).
• To draft publications for submission to peer reviewed journals.
• The post holder will be responsible for accurate record keeping and documentation of results, and for preparing research reports and papers arising from his/her research.

What we are looking for:

• An individual with experience in cardiology and clinical research who works well within a team and is able to set and achieve goals in a timely manner.
• Prior experience in clinical trials with good understanding of research methodology is desirable.
• Full General Medical Council (GMC) registration (or eligible for full registration).

What we can offer you:

• Dedicated mentorship from experienced investigators.
• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information:

This is a full time and fixed term post for 3 years. You will be based at Royal Brompton Campus with travel to other campuses as required. Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above. We reserve the right to close the advert before the stated closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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