Clinical Research Fellow in Cardiorespiratory CT: Sponsorship Available

Kings College London

Job summary

The Clinical Research Fellow in Cardiorespiratory CT will undertake clinical and research
activities focused on advanced cardiorespiratory photon counting CT imaging
(PCCT). They will be under the overall supervision of Prof Amedeo Chiribiri,
supported locally by Dr Jonathan Weir-McCall, and will contribute to the work
of a small team of clinical academic consultants. They will gain experience in
a range of cardiorespiratory applications that includes congenital and
non-congenital heart and lung diseases, and care of cardio-oncology patients.

Main duties of the job

The post is
suitable for Specialty Trainees in Cardiology or Radiology who intend to
specialise in a cardiorespiratory imaging sub-specialty. This may be cardiac,
cardiovascular, cardio-oncology, cardiorespiratory, or pulmonary vascular
focused, with all interests welcome, although any appointees will be expected
to contribute to the whole research portfolio conducted on the PCCT. Applicants may have already commenced
training in general Cardiology or Radiology and wish to gain more sub-specialty
experience in Cardiorespiratory CT, by taking an Out-Of-Programme Experience
(OOPE) from their current training programmes or have obtained CCT. The ideal candidate would be looking for
sub-speciality experience in cardiorespiratory CT imaging by seeking a years
clinical research experience, allowing them time to write grants and apply for
further fellowships leading to a higher degree (e.g. MD or PhD) or use
the academic work to further an application for an intermediate level
fellowship. However, those looking to further their medical career through
augmentation with advanced imaging experience and familiarisation with the
academic environment are also encouraged.

This post has a significant clinical component
including care of patients at GSTT. It is primarily based at the Royal Brompton
Hospital but there may be a requirement also to attend other GSTT and KCL
sites.

Full
details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be
found in the Job Description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • > Clinical experience in care of cardiorespiratory patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings (either through wards/clinics or radiology department environments)
  • > Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment
  • > Good verbal and written communication skills and good computing skills
  • > Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality, excellent organisational/time management skills and the ability to work to clinical and scientific deadlines

Desirable

  • > BSCI/BSCCT, EACVI, or SCCT Level 1/2 or equivalent experience and knowledge (as outlined in their guidance)
  • > Experience in cardiorespiratory imaging, including attendance at courses and experience preparing IRAS/REC documentation
  • > Proven experience in prior publications in their speciality

Qualifications

Essential

  • > MBBS or equivalent and with a GMC registration with license to practice
  • > Valid ILS Qualification at the time of appointment
  • > Training Certificate in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
  • > Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines

Desirable

  • > MRCP/FRCR or equivalent
  • > Post-CCT or higher specialist training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 20 September 2026

To apply for this job please visit www.jobs.nhs.uk.