Dermatology Clinical Research Fellow ST3+

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) isofferinga unique opportunityfor aFellow in Clinical Researchat the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.

The Clinical Research Fellow will play a key role in the delivery and developmentbothof dermatology research withinUHL and at theUniversityof Manchestercontributing at a level expected of a registrar (ST3+) with increasing autonomy.

The post holder will support a portfolio of clinical trials and investigator-led studiesincluding at theCentre for Occupational and Environmental Healthat theUniversityofManchester,whilemaintaininga defined level of clinical responsibility. This role is designed to support progression towards dermatology specialty training by developing advanced clinical, academic, and leadership skills within an NHS research environment.

Main duties of the job

For the full lists of duties of the job, please see the Job Description attached.

The weekly timetable for the role will include:

  • 32 hours:Cutaneousresearch clinics, administrativedutiesand academic working

  • 8 hours:Research supportfor the EPIDERM reporting schemeat the Centre for Occupational and EnvironmentalHealthatthe University of Manchester

In addition, there will be opportunities, depending on competencies,to:

  • Participate inweekly skin cancer clinics

  • Undertake aweekly dermatological surgical list

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise.
  • Completion of Foundation Training and Core Medical Training (or equivalent), with competencies suitable for ST3-level practice
  • Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent.

Desirable

  • Previous experience in dermatology research or clinical trials.
  • Academic output (publications, presentations at national/international meetings).
  • Higher degree (MSc, MD, or PhD), completed or in progress.

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in dermatology (e.g. prior rotation, trust-grade post, or equivalent exposure).
  • Evidence of active involvement in clinical research, audit, or quality improvement.
  • Evidence of teaching experience and commitment to education.
  • Strong clinical decision-making skills appropriate to registrar level.

Desirable

  • Experience supervising junior staff or leading projects.

Communication & Relationship Skills

Essential

  • High level written and oral communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a high degree of tact.

Desirable

  • Demonstrates high level of emotional intelligence, empathy and facilitation skills

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Good IT skills – ability to use Microsoft Office and clinical systems
  • Commitment to excellence in patient care
  • Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures

Desirable

  • Knowledge of existing research systems such as RedCap, SPSS, STATA or other statistical software package

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: 19 August 2026

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