The Clinical Research Fellow (CRF) will be an integral part of the Cough and Respiratory Physiology Research team at King's College Hospital. The primary focus will be to investigate the burden and prevalence of cough and symptoms of cough hypersensitivity in chronic respiratory diseases. In addition, the CRF will be part of the cough research team at King's College Hospital, and will facilitate the everyday running of clinical trials on cough.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the job will be to perform cough and respiratory physiology research procedures, including participant assessment, informed consent, clinical examination, questionnaires, capsaicin challenge test, respiratory muscle testing and research record keeping. The CRF will assist in recruitment of patients into both academic and commercial research and will take take responsibility for the care of patients who are taking part in clinical trials. The CRF will ensure that study documentation is maintained and is accurate and accessible for monitoring and auditing. The CRF will be involved in the supervision of BSc and MSc project students. The CRF will also be involved in the presentation and dissemination of research data at internal and external meetings and conferences.
About Us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Research Fellow (CRF) will be an integral part of the Cough Research team at Kings College Hospital. The primary focus will be to investigate the burden and prevalence of cough and symptoms of cough hypersensitivity in chronic respiratory diseases. In addition, the CRF will be part of the cough research team at Kings College Hospital, and will facilitate the everyday running of clinical trials on cough.
The Cough and Respiratory Physiology Research team is a multidisciplinary team, made up of consultants, research fellows, research practitioners and research nurses. The team work on both academic and commercial research, including clinical trials of novel drugs. The team is collaborative and supportive of each others work, including in the presentation of data at research meetings and conferences.
Person Specification
Essential
Education Qualifications
- Full GMC Registration
- UK Recognised medical degree
- Respiratory specialisation qualification (in progress or completed)
- ALS (or equivalent) certified
- Evidence of understanding of and adherence to the principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the General Medical Council
Desirable
- Intercalated degree (e.g. BSc)/ other qualifications
- GCP trained
Essential
Knowledge and Experience
- Ability to manage acute respiratory emergencies
- Knowledge of cough and respiratory physiology
Desirable
- Presentation of research findings at international meetings
- Personal commitment to respiratory research
Skills
Essential
- Word processing skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, and other agencies
- Good organisational and management skills
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Basic statistical/data analysis knowledge
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