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Job overview
This post is designed for candidates at ST3 level and above who wish to obtain a postgraduate degree (PhD or equivalent). The post would be initially for one year with the option of extending for another two years subject to satisfactory review at six months.
The successful candidate will work under the supervision of academic leads within the department on developing original research projects on the diagnosis and management of ectopic pregnancy and other early pregnancy complications. These studies are expected to lead to publications in international peer-review journals and form the basis of the candidate's PhD thesis. In addition, the candidate will be expected to help with the organisation and running of multicentre randomised clinical trials, which are part of clinical research activity in the Unit. They will also be expected to take a leading role within the team of clinical fellows.
This post is available from October 2025.
The interviews will be held week commencing 17 March 2025 (Date TBC).
Main duties of the job
In the initial few months of the placement, the aim will be to ensure that the successful candidate develops skills in gynaecological and early pregnancy ultrasound. Alongside this, they will continue work that has already been started on protocols and ethics applications for projects related to their proposed research thesis.
Once they are in a position to commence recruitment and data collection, they will do so recruiting patients from the clinical caseload as required, with allocated time to fulfil the University requirements for research training and data collection and analysis.
They will also be expected to take a leading role amongst the fellows in the department. This will include helping to manage the fellows' rota, organising research meetings, and teaching and training within the department.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and a 'can do', flexible attitude and commitment to the work schedule, who demonstrate excellence in working effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Person specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
* MBBS or equivalent
* Part 1 MRCOG
Desirable criteria
* Part 3 MRCOG
Experience
Essential criteria
* Experience at ST1-3 level in obstetrics and gynaecology
* At least one year working in the NHS including experience within an early pregnancy unit
* Experience of audit and research in early pregnancy or gynaecological ultrasound
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* Good general clinical skills
* Highly motivated
Desirable criteria
* Experience in gynaecological outpatient surgical procedures
* Good organisational skills
Communication
Essential criteria
* Good communication skills
Desirable criteria
* Publications in international peer review journals
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
* Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
* Job Description (PDF, 648.3KB)
* Functional requirement (PDF, 262.3KB)
* UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)
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