Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate Specialty Doctor Associate Specialist in Lupus Research to join our Lupus Research Department. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in world-class lupus research and provide expert care to lupus patients, contributing to clinical excellence and advancing the understanding of autoimmune diseases. The post is a fixed-term of 1 year, with the possibility of extension. Both full time (100%) or part-time (80%) candidates will be considered.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and coordinate lupus clinical trials and contribute to ongoing research in the field.
* Manage complex lupus cases in outpatient clinics.
* Participate in MDT meetings and collaborate with specialists in lupus management.
* Assist in managing acute lupus cases, including flare-ups, while working with the multidisciplinary team.
* Provide patient education, offering guidance on long-term disease management and treatment pathways.
* Mentor and train junior doctors and medical students.
Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent, MRCP (UK) or equivalent, full GMC registration, and specialty training in related fields. Experience in managing autoimmune conditions, particularly lupus, is essential. Experience in clinical research is desirable.
About us
As part of the Lupus Research Department, you will lead clinical trials, manage complex lupus cases, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams. You will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and work alongside internationally renowned specialists.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Education
Essential
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
* MRCP (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
* Full registration with GMC
Desirable
* SCE Rheumatology (UK) or equivalent medical qualification
* GCP Certificate
Previous experience
Essential
* Proven clinical experience in rheumatology in the management of autoimmune conditions, particularly lupus
* Experience of team and MDT working
* Evidence of presentations, posters and publications
* Experience in data processing
Desirable
* Commercial trial experience
* Experience in collecting and processing biological samples
Skills/Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
* Evidence of excellent communication skills
* Leadership qualities
Desirable
* Active interest in research and audit
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Guy's Hospital, London, SE1 9RT
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