Clinical Research Fellow
Imperial College London
London, SW3 6NP
Salary
£76,582
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
16 September 2026
11 days left
Job description
The National Heart and Lung Institute are delighted to seek applications for a 3-year Clinical Research Fellow post in cardiomyopathy and clinical tri...
- You will work with the principal investigators to screen and
enrol participants, carry out baseline and follow-up visits, supervise CMR
scans and collect and record data in an accurate and systematic way
- You will complete and comply with reporting and progress
- You will work with the principal investigators to complete
and update applications and reports to appropriate regulatory and ethical
bodies.
- You will work with colleagues to complete trial data
analysis in a robust and scientific manner.
- You will present findings to colleagues at internal and
external meetings (travelling within the UK and abroad) and draft publications
for submission to peer reviewed journals .
- The post holder will
be responsible for accurate record keeping and documentation of results, and
for preparing research reports and papers arising from his/her research.
This 3-year post offers the candidate an unparalleled
opportunity for training in cardiovascular clinical trials, cardiac imaging and
the management of patients with cardiomyopathy.
The research focuses on the academic strengths of the
College and the world-leading expertise in dilated cardiomyopathy and clinical
trial methodology. The post will facilitate early career success by placing a
talented individual within a highly supportive environment and providing them
with clinical research experience under expert supervision and mentorship.
This job is aimed at individuals with a track record in
clinical cardiology and research and wish to receive further clinical training
in cardiomyopathy and clinical trials.
The successful applicant will coordinate a fully-funded clinical
study in dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure looking at the natural
history of disease and aiming to develop a novel patient reported outcome
meausre.
The applicant will be trained in the design, conduct,
analysis and reporting of clinical trials by the expert team of investigators
and mentors. They may also have the opportunity to be trained if CMR.
They will be encouraged to undertake a post-graduate
research degree and be provided with the necessary support and mentorship.
Key benefits of the Imperial scheme include
- The successful candidate will work alongside a team of
senior investigators with an established track record in research.
- Research supervision and mentorship by experienced
researchers.
- Dedicated supervision.
- Mentoring from an established clinical academic who is
independent from the Fellows training environment.
- Regular research meetings with the primary supervisor.
- Broad skills training and development opportunities
provided by the Imperial College LondonGraduate School.
- Regular input and guidance from our dedicated Clinical
PhD Programme Committee.
- Dedicated scheme support from the Imperial Clinical
Academic Training Office (CATO.)
Research
- To work with the principal
investigators to screen and enrol participants, carry out baseline and
follow-up visits, supervise scans and collect and record data in an accurate
and systematic way.
- To ensure appropriate consent
for research is obtained from the relevant patients.
- To complete and comply with
reporting and progress requirements.
- To work with the principal
investigators to complete and update applications and reports to appropriate regulatory and
ethical bodies.
- To work with colleagues to
complete trial data analysis in a robust and scientific manner.
- To present findings to
colleagues at internal and external meetings (travelling within the UK and abroad).
- To draft publications for
submission to peer reviewed journals.
- The post holder will be
responsible for accurate record keeping and documentation of results, and for
preparing research reports and papers arising from his/her research.
- To contribute to the drafting
of grant applications.
- To develop research
collaborations within the College and the wider community.
- To promote the reputation of
the NHLI and Faculty of Medicine and related research centres and groups.
Committees and Meetings
- To attend meetings and report
progress on the project, (written and oral) both within the College and
externally.
Clinical
- To receive training in the care of patients with
cardiomyopathy. The fellow will have the opportunity to attend clinics if
desired and research commitments allow.
Other
- To undertake any necessary
training and/or development.
- The post holder will
contribute to teaching medical students.
- To undertake any necessary
training and/or development.
- Any other duties commensurate
with the grade of the post as directed by the principal investigator.
- The post holder will be
expected to contribute to the intellectual activities of their host department and to keep up to date with
scientific advances in the field.
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific
imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate
change, AI to business leadership, we navigate some of the worlds toughest
challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000
staff, youll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and
a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the
future. We hope youll join us at Imperial.
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical qualification: MBBS, MMBCh or equivalent.
- Advanced life support (ALS).
- Full General Medical Council (GMC) registration (or eligible for full registration).
Desirable
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent.
- Desire to undertake postgraduate research degree .
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of outstanding academic and/or outstanding research achievements e.g. degrees, presentations at meetings, publications, awards and prizes. The evidence must demonstrate the potential to achieve the highest standards of scientific research and maintain an independent, high-profile academic research career.
- Evidence of participation in research e.g. clinical audit, clinical protocols; clinical.
- guidelines; clinical service quality improvement initiatives; experience during student electives, intercalated degrees and academic clinical fellowships
- Hold a current fitness to practice certificate, registration with licence to practice (or equivalent) from the relevant regulatory authority
- Hold a current medical indemnity policy that is valid where the training will occur
- Relevant experience of practice in clinical medicine
Desirable
- Previous experience of clinical trials.
How to apply
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First seen
3 September 2026
Last checked
5 September 2026
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