Clinical Research Fellow (Neuroradiology)
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Applications are invited for a full time Clinical Research Fellow in Neuroradiology: 50% research at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and 50% clinical in The Lysholm Department of Neuroradiology at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UCLH NHS Foundation Trust for a 12 month period from 1st January 2024, although there may be scope to extend the position.
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our friendly multidisciplinary team. The applicant will gain research experience in application of mathematical models to improve diagnosis of brain tumours at UCL Institute of Neurology and will support the diagnostic neuroradiology workload in one of London's premiere Teaching Hospital Trusts. This post would suit a post-FRCR or post-CCT radiologist, with some prior research experience, who wishes to gain a further dedicated period of experience in diagnostic neuroradiology at a recognised Neuroscience Centre.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will undertake a research project to improve early diagnosis of gliomas using a combined methylation array profile and MRI deep learning model. Specifically, the candidate will undertake:
1. Development and refinement of mathematical models for methylation classification of gliomas and meningiomas.
2. Evaluation of utility, efficiency, equity for all patients as service evaluation.
3. Development of prototype hospital systems for neuro-oncology to enhance patient care, improve survival prediction, and assist clinical decision making.
Candidates must hold full GMC registration and have obtained their FRCR 2B qualification. Essential qualifications for this post include some dedicated experience in neuroradiology, preferably at a recognised centre. The post is offered on a whole-time basis. Applications for a part-time appointment will be considered.
About us
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. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
Job 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, experience & Qualifications
* General machine learning experience.
* Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.
* Resourceful and able to act on own initiative.
* Interested in research and a commitment to supporting high quality research.
* Completion of FRCR (or equivalent).
* GMC registration (in progress and full registration - by the time of appointment).
* Post CCT.
Skills and abilities
* Knowledge of complex modelling within neuroscience, neuroimaging, or healthcare.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Competency in reporting cross-sectional CT/MR examinations.
* Competency in performing ultrasound.
* Knowledge of software development cycles and practices.
* Experience of translating science and engineering into real-world solutions.
* Experience with common neuroimaging and statistical analysis software packages (e.g. Pandas, SciPy, FSL, SPM, Nibabel, Nilearn, Seaborn, Matplotlib).
Clinical Skills
* Skills in diagnostic neuroradiology.
Communication
* Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds and with diverse clinical and social needs.
* Excellent written and oral communication with colleagues within a multidisciplinary ethos.
Personal and People Development
* Takes responsibility for own personal development plan.
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.
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-5955
Job locations
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
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