Post CCT Clinical Research Fellow in EP Cardiology

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has risen for a cinical research fellow post in Cardiac Electrophysiology working towards an MD (Res) if the candidate has no prior research degree. The research projects will be within the research domain of VT ablation, AF novel technology and trials and non-invasive ECG imaging.

Candidates should be trainees within cardiac electrophysiology cardiology. Depending upon the successful candidate's level of cardiology training, access to the catheter lab and training in complex coronary EP & Devices.

This is a full time post fully funded for 12 months. The fellow will be fully supported by academic and clinical supervisors at all times, but will be encouraged to work independently.

The jobs will commence between August and October 2024 depending upon rotation start dates.

Main duties of the job

• Keep accurate trial data and adhere to protocols for VT and AF ablation trials. Candidates are also encouraged to explore their own research ideas. Produce academic papers and abstracts. Present at international conferences

Providing and receiving information regarding current clinical trials, which contain highly complex, sensitive or contentious data and information.

Providing teaching and education of current trials and act as a resource to personnel and staff involved with clinical trials.

• The enrolled employee should have a good experience in the field of Cardiology.
• Provide dedicated clinical trials support to the health care teams.
• Assist in the provision of background information related to potential clinical trials in order to obtain approvals from Research Governance and Local Ethics Committees.
• Participate in the recruitment process and monitor the progress of the clinical trials' patients and report any adverse reactions or events.
• Actively and competently participate in the consenting process when patients agree to enter a Clinical Trial according to the principles of Good Clinical Practice.
• Liaising closely with Clinical Trials Centre as necessary to ensure smooth running of clinical trials for the patients. Ensure collection of accurate data and delivery to Clinical Trials Centres in a timely manner adhering at all times to the terms of the DPA 1998

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress