Our O& G Service delivers high quality care in a tertiary setting. This new fellowship is a clinical research position for a full time obstetrics and gynaecology trainee eligible.

This fixed-term 24 month post will have cross site responsibilities at the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Cambridge University Hospital. An honorary contract at Cambridge University Hospital will be arranged. The post may be undertaken as out of programme experience dependent on approval from the candidates Speciality Training Committee and Deanery or for those post-CCT.

Main duties of the job

Clinical research Duties

Coordinate trial over two sites. To develop research skills. Recruitment and consent of participants across both sites. Collecting device data through ultrasound scanning. Updating trial report forms and Edge database. To record and analyse data. Reporting to principal investigator at each site.

The post is designed to support research for an MD, subject to satisfactory progress as an OOPR. Or complete their Advanced Professional module in Research. The successful candidate will be expected to publish their work in high-quality peer-reviewed journals. Other opportunities to contribute to other publications such as systematic reviews will be available.

About us

The Women's Services are currently provided across two sites within University Hospitals of Leicester and the community.

Midwifery

There is a midwifery led service at Melton Mowbray delivering approximately 250 women each year and within the two UHL Hospitals there are services for low risk care led by midwives. There is a Birth Centre delivering 20% of in-hospital births at LRI and a strong ethos of normality across the service.

Obstetrics

The Leicester Royal Infirmary cares for 6,600 deliveries each year. The Leicester general Hospital has 4,200 deliveries as well as being the referral centre for transfers from Melton Mowbray. Two thirds of women begin their care with a midwifery lead. Consultants are encouraged to have a specialist service in obstetrics as well as standard setting in all aspects of care. Joint working with anaesthesia, haematology, endocrinology, renal medicine and cardiology is well established.

There are 6 maternal / Fetal Medicine Subspecialists within the service and further development of Fetal Medicine is a priority. Sub-speciality training for maternal-Fetal Medicine is established across both sites and there is currently a sub-speciality trainee post. Diagnostic and intervention procedures are available for most conditions and there are close links with neonatal physicians, surgeons and clinical geneticists.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Applications are invited to apply for a research fellowship within the Obstetric department at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and Cambridge University Foundation Trust.

This is a fully funded opportunity to coordinate a ground-breaking NIHR trial. Whilst also gaining obstetric scan training. The successful applicant will coordinate the clinical elements of the WOMB: Wearable device to Observe Movements of your Baby study, NIHR research study. The project will be testing using novel medical textiles to monitor fetal movements. Working in conjunction with the sponsor Kymira UK.

Clinical research Duties

Coordinate trial over two sites. To develop research skills. Recruitment and consent of participants across both sites. Collecting device data through ultrasound scanning. Updating trial report forms and Edge database. To record and analyse data. Reporting to principal investigator at each site.

The post is designed to support research for an MD, subject to satisfactory progress as an OOPR. Or complete their Advanced Professional module in Research. The successful candidate will be expected to publish their work in high-quality peer-reviewed journals. Other opportunities to contribute to other publications such as systematic reviews will be available.

Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice. MRCOG Part 

Desirable

• Intercalated or previous BSc/BA Working towards or completed MRCOG Part 2

Experience
Essential

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience

Desirable

• Intermediate scan competencies or ultrasound scan experience.

Communication and relationship skills
Essential

• Potential to cope with stressful situations possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team

Research
Essential

• An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence based practice in all aspects of medical care. GCP training up to date.

Desirable

• Practical experience of participation in research project

Planning and organisation skills
Essential

• Ability to manage applicants own time and work effectively, understanding of role. Possessing a high degree of motivation and personal self-discipline

Practical
Essential

• Basic scan competencies

Desirable

• Intermediate scan competencies

Sickness Absence
Essential

• Able to demonstrate attendance levels in accordance with UHL's policy

Equality and Diversity
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Other requirements specific to the role
Essential

• Empathic approach when talking to patients and their families

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