Clinical Research Fellow in Cardiology (Electrophysiology and Devices)

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Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Leicester is offering an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Fellow in Cardiology focusing on electrophysiology. The role involves conducting translational research, participating in outpatient clinics, and working towards an MD/PhD at the University of Leicester. Candidates should have substantial training in general cardiology, experience in diagnostic electrophysiology, and demonstrated motivation for advanced skills in the field. This full-time post is initially funded for 12 months with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Substantial training in general cardiology and ideally in cardiac electrophysiology.
• Experience of basic diagnostic electrophysiology.
• Evidence of organizational skills and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct translational research in cardiac electrophysiology.
• Participate in outpatient clinics within the electrophysiology service.
• Develop research ideas and disseminate findings.

Skills

Training in general cardiology

Basic experience in diagnostic electrophysiology

Motivation for electrophysiology skills

Education

MB BS or Equivalent

Current full GMC Registration

Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology

Job description

Main area Cardiology/ Research and Innovation Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04) Contract 12 months (Fixed term with a potential to extend for a further 12 months depending on performance and funding) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 358-7437909-Cor

Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Glenfield Hospital Town Leicester Salary £65,048 PA Salary period Yearly Closing 01/01/2026 23:59

Clinical Research Fellow in Cardiology (Electrophysiology and Devices)

NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior clinical research fellow post within the Department of Cardiology at Glenfield Hospital to undertake translational research in cardiac electrophysiology. The research projects will encompass the remits of arrhythmia mechanism, novel ablation methodology and technology. The appointed fellow will be expected to work towards an MD/PhD registered at the University of Leicester.

Main duties of the job

Candidates are expected to have had substantial training in general cardiology and ideally be trainees in cardiac electrophysiology. Basic experience in diagnostic electrophysiology is required and a clear motivation to develop high-level electrophysiology and/or devices skills should be demonstrable.

The appointed candidate will be expected to participate in 1- 2 outpatient clinics/week within the electrophysiology service. Access to catheter lab and training in complex cardiac electrophysiology is negotiable depending on candidate’s level of cardiology training.

This is a full-time research post funded for 12 months with the potential for extension to 24 months depending on candidate’s performance. The appointed candidate will receive support from both academic and clinical supervisors. The candidate is expected to work independently but also collaboratively with cardiac physiologists, heart rhythm nurses, and cardiology registrars.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

There is strong research interest in Sudden Death – developing novel predictive tools; and Atrial Fibrillation – including mechanistic studies involving signal processing, artificial intelligence and engineering approaches as well as leading multicentre international clinical trials. This post is funded to conduct research on various ablation strategies of AF and VT. The applicant will be encouraged to develop own research ideas, to support other potential electrophysiology trials, and to disseminate research findings through academic publications and conference presentations. Duration of the post is 2 years, can be extended up to 3 years, depending on study progress.

Duties of the post.

It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Shui Hao Chin who is responsible for VT ablation program in the trust. Working and training with other EP and devices consultants will be accessible.It is expected that the successful applicant will be exposed to some EP interventions as well as comprehensive management of patients with arrhythmic conditions in out-patient and in-patient settings. The majority of the week will be spent in research activity. There will be no regular ward commitment. The fellow will be expected to do 1- 2 out-patient clinics per week. The opportunity to join the registrar on-call rota may be available, but is not mandatory.

On‑call / Emergency Duty Rota

There is no mandatory commitment to the out of hours SpR rota, but there may be an opportunity to this should a rota slot become available.

Teaching.

The applicant will be expected to attend regular educational and MDT meetings where the management of patients with arrhythmias and devices are discussed.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MB BS or Equivalent Current full GMC Registration MRCP or Equivalent Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology

Experience

• Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology Current National Training Number in Cardiology holder (NTN/VTN)
• Experience of basic diagnostic electrophysiology

Research

• Evidence of organizational skills Evidence of problem-solving skills Evidence of critical thinking Experience of data management
• Contribution to publications in peer-reviewed journals Experience of conference presentations

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.

The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

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The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

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