About the role
This LAC-TreatMito-UK fellowship offers clinical training in neuromuscular diseases, focusing on primary mitochondrial disorders (PMD). You will have the opportunity to register for a PhD at the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology focusing on biomarkers and outcome measures of primary mitochondrial diseases, mainly through advanced muscle MRI techniques and genotype/phenotype studies. You will gain experience in inpatient consultations and outpatient care for patients with suspected PMD, supervised by renowned neurologists and academics. The post emphasises developing independent clinical and imaging skills and involves multidisciplinary collaboration across various specialties.
You will be based within the NHS Highly Specialised Service (HSS) for Rare Mitochondrial Disorders team and will attend the weekly mitochondrial MDT meeting and fortnightly complex genetics MDT. You will also attend clinic where you will review patients as part of their routine clinic visit and consent them for research. You will have a particular focus on phenotyping genetically complex patients, especially those without a molecular diagnosis
An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.
The post is available from 01 August and is funded by the LAC-TreatMito award to 31 August in the first instance.
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ().
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Rob Pitceathly () and Dr Chiara Pizzamiglio ().
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You will be a registered Medical Practitioner licensed to practise in the UK and have completed CMT/IMT training and MRCP, or the paediatric equivalent. You’ll have an understanding of research methodology with evidence of effective research carried out under direction and be able to provide clinical supervision. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, and the ability to act on your own initiative are also essential for this role.
This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.
What we offer
The role is offered in the range of £48, - £75, per annum including London Allowance, on the CL, RDPS, or StR scale, dependent on NHS contract and/or stage of clinical training.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:
1. 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
2. Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
3. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
4. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
5. Immigration loan
6. On-site nursery
7. On-site gym
8. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
9. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
10. Discounted medical insurance