Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking to appoint a Clinical Research Fellow to work within the School of Infection and Immunity under the supervision of Professor Gwo-tzer Ho Principal Investigator .
This post forms the exciting new Gut Translational Research Group led by Professor Ho in the School of Infection and Immunity - a strong team of immunologists and translational scientists. This project will focus on understanding the process of mucosal healing in the human Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.
Job Purpose This role will allow the development of research skills and production of data which the postholder should use to develop a research thesis leading to an MD or PhD degree. The data may also be used to compete for external funding. Although research will form the major component of this post, participation in associated clinical duties and a small amount of teaching will be incorporated into the role. Postholders will be expected to register and undertake a higher degree MD/PhD .
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Research Training All Clinical Research Fellows will have a mentor assigned at the time of appointment. The mentor will usually become the supervisor for any matriculated Higher degree see below . Clinical Research Fellows are encouraged to attend workshops and training in generic transferable skills organised by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences Graduate School. Full details of the programme are available at . Regular attendance and contributions to research meetings of their group is expected.
Higher Degrees Clinical Research Fellows will undertake study towards a Higher Degree, ordinarily a PhD, in the University of Glasgow. In addition to an academic supervisor, all postgraduate students will have an independent adviser. Either the adviser or supervisor must be a member of full time University academic staff.
Clinical Work For registered medical practitioners an honorary grading will be sought from the relevant NHS Service. This will usually be at the grade of Honorary ST3 or equivalent . Clinical activities may be limited to those required for research training such as recruitment to trials and conduct of clinical research. However, limited additional clinical experience will usually be available subject to the agreement of the supervisor and NHS Services Clinical Director, with in patient and out patient experience in Medicine and relevant specialties. Where any clinical activities of a Service nature extend beyond the usual working week, confirmation in advance of any such responsibilities and agreement on additional payments must be obtained from appropriate NHS Services management. The individual will have a contract with the NHS Services via the appropriate directorate/division, which will specify the agreed amount of clinical work and the level of remuneration. Since the funding for this post does not include an element for clinical training or NHS service work, any such clinical work must be arranged to avoid impacting substantially on research time.
Funding Sources The duration of funding is as specified in the post specific information. It will be awarded on the basis of individual career achievement to date and the likelihood of the fellow contributing to an effective, existing research team. Salary will be on ST3 or equivalent scale. As noted above, there may be opportunities for additional salary supplements providing NHS cover in Medicine and related specialties by negotiation with local NHS management and subject to prioritisation of research . In relation to such supplements, the University will act as Paymaster only.
Research Training Base The Clinical Research Fellow will be based at the University of Glasgow but may work at other clinical sites e.g. the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Research Supervision Details of the Institute and supervisorial pool can be found on the Institute's webpages, as per the post specific information.
Teaching There will be no regular commitment to teaching but research fellows are encouraged to contribute to both problem based learning and clinical teaching sessions for undergraduate medical students when research commitments allow.
Assessment of Progress
Contact For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Gwo tzer Ho, Gwo .
Standard Terms & Conditions Salary will be on the Clinical Research Fellow scale: £48,288 - £71,550 per annum. These posts are full time and fixed term for 12 months (with the potential to extend on mutual approval). Although this activity constitutes part of the job, the management of the clinical activity will be the full responsibility of the NHS Organisation. In the unlikely event that the NHS Organisation withdraws the honorary contract, the University will not be able to continue this post and notice of termination will be served. The successful applicant (if aged under 60) will be eligible to join the Universities' Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is available from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to advise on questions relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits. All research and related activities, including grants, donations, clinical trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation are required to be managed through the University's relevant processes (e.g. contractual and financial), in accordance with the University Court's policies.
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This post forms the exciting new Gut Translational Research Group led by Professor Ho in the School of Infection and Immunity - a strong team of immunologists and translational scientists. This project will focus on understanding the process of mucosal healing in the human Inflammatory Bowel Diseases.
Job Purpose This role will allow the development of research skills and production of data which the postholder should use to develop a research thesis leading to an MD or PhD degree. The data may also be used to compete for external funding. Although research will form the major component of this post, participation in associated clinical duties and a small amount of teaching will be incorporated into the role. Postholders will be expected to register and undertake a higher degree MD/PhD .
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, design and implement projects or parts of projects, in conjunction with collaborators and grant holders as appropriate in order to secure further funding to continue research that leads to a higher degree MD/PhD .
- Write and submit applications for Ethics and Research Management approval, as appropriate and in conjunction with PIs.
- Manage data handling and interpretation of research results and take the lead in writing papers for publication in appropriate peer reviewed journals.
- Prepare research reports, thesis and submit at least one manuscript of material for publication in a peer reviewed journal.
- Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings/discussions and departmental research group activities.
- Present work at internal and external seminars and national/international conferences as appropriate to enhance the profile of the research group.
- Deliver teaching materials and supervise undergraduate/postgraduate student projects and contribute to the academic progress of students.
- Contribute to the organisation of project related workshops, seminars or conferences.
- Undertake some clinical work under an NHS honorary contract as detailed below.
- Contribute to the enhancement of the University's international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan Inspiring People, Changing the World.
- MBChB or equivalent.
- Applicants must hold GMC registration with a licence to practise, or be eligible to obtain GMC registration and a licence to practise prior to commencing the role.
- Good Clinical Practice certification.
- BSc or equivalent intercalated degree.
- Evidence of distinction in career to date e.g. prizes, awards, bursaries.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collegially to achieve a common goal/Institute objective.
- Evidence of self motivation, originality, innovation and the ability to work independently.
- Good organisational skills including the ability to manage research projects.
- Excellent communication both oral and written.
- Experience in IBD and colonoscopy, evidence of involvement in clinics and undertaking colonoscopy.
- Sufficient clinical experience in medicine or related specialties, relevant to the Institute.
- Previous experience in research is desirable.
- Previous experience in undergraduate teaching or postgraduate teaching is desirable.
Research Training All Clinical Research Fellows will have a mentor assigned at the time of appointment. The mentor will usually become the supervisor for any matriculated Higher degree see below . Clinical Research Fellows are encouraged to attend workshops and training in generic transferable skills organised by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences Graduate School. Full details of the programme are available at . Regular attendance and contributions to research meetings of their group is expected.
Higher Degrees Clinical Research Fellows will undertake study towards a Higher Degree, ordinarily a PhD, in the University of Glasgow. In addition to an academic supervisor, all postgraduate students will have an independent adviser. Either the adviser or supervisor must be a member of full time University academic staff.
Clinical Work For registered medical practitioners an honorary grading will be sought from the relevant NHS Service. This will usually be at the grade of Honorary ST3 or equivalent . Clinical activities may be limited to those required for research training such as recruitment to trials and conduct of clinical research. However, limited additional clinical experience will usually be available subject to the agreement of the supervisor and NHS Services Clinical Director, with in patient and out patient experience in Medicine and relevant specialties. Where any clinical activities of a Service nature extend beyond the usual working week, confirmation in advance of any such responsibilities and agreement on additional payments must be obtained from appropriate NHS Services management. The individual will have a contract with the NHS Services via the appropriate directorate/division, which will specify the agreed amount of clinical work and the level of remuneration. Since the funding for this post does not include an element for clinical training or NHS service work, any such clinical work must be arranged to avoid impacting substantially on research time.
Funding Sources The duration of funding is as specified in the post specific information. It will be awarded on the basis of individual career achievement to date and the likelihood of the fellow contributing to an effective, existing research team. Salary will be on ST3 or equivalent scale. As noted above, there may be opportunities for additional salary supplements providing NHS cover in Medicine and related specialties by negotiation with local NHS management and subject to prioritisation of research . In relation to such supplements, the University will act as Paymaster only.
Research Training Base The Clinical Research Fellow will be based at the University of Glasgow but may work at other clinical sites e.g. the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Research Supervision Details of the Institute and supervisorial pool can be found on the Institute's webpages, as per the post specific information.
Teaching There will be no regular commitment to teaching but research fellows are encouraged to contribute to both problem based learning and clinical teaching sessions for undergraduate medical students when research commitments allow.
Assessment of Progress
- All those matriculated for Higher Degrees will be subject to the Postgraduate School of the College for progress monitoring. This is completed according to the regulations set down in the University Calendar.
- Written progress reports on projects on a monthly basis.
- Research in progress presentations, at least annually, to the Institute.
- Reports/manuscripts of results of clinical trials undertaken, as appropriate.
- General assessment during clinical work and meetings.
- Annual interview by independent assessors.
Contact For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Gwo tzer Ho, Gwo .
Standard Terms & Conditions Salary will be on the Clinical Research Fellow scale: £48,288 - £71,550 per annum. These posts are full time and fixed term for 12 months (with the potential to extend on mutual approval). Although this activity constitutes part of the job, the management of the clinical activity will be the full responsibility of the NHS Organisation. In the unlikely event that the NHS Organisation withdraws the honorary contract, the University will not be able to continue this post and notice of termination will be served. The successful applicant (if aged under 60) will be eligible to join the Universities' Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is available from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to advise on questions relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits. All research and related activities, including grants, donations, clinical trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation are required to be managed through the University's relevant processes (e.g. contractual and financial), in accordance with the University Court's policies.
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