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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 213-CORP-8223804
Job summary
The post holder will be delivering day-to-day clinical research - i.e. assessing suitability and obtaining consent for research, undertaking full medical assessments of clinical trial participants including neurological, haematological and physical clinical examinations and contributing to data collection by administering assessment scales.
Whilst the post is NOT formally approved for training it provides an ideal opportunity for gaining experience in neurology, haematology and general internal medicine for further specialty applications, while participating in the development and implementation of patient and healthy volunteer-based clinical trials in an established clinical academic environment.
This is an ideal opportunity for gaining experience in clinical trials and we would welcome applicants with a broad range of general medical experience including Neurology, Haematology, Rheumatology, General Practice and Emergency Medicine, especially with outpatient experience and clear experience communicating effectively with primary care providers.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the delivery of advanced therapy clinical research studies within King's Clinical Research Facility. This includes Phase I-III clinical trials involving Advanced Therapy Investigational Medicinal Products (ATIMPs), including cell therapies, gene therapies, tissue-engineered products and genetically modified cellular products. Current areas of ATIMP research are focussed on neurology, rheumatology, and haematology.
The Fellow will act as a Sub-Investigator on clinical trials under the supervision of Principal Investigators and will contribute to the safe delivery of experimental medicine studies, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), MHRA regulations and relevant governance frameworks.
The post is designed for Specialty Trainees (ST1-2) wishing to develop expertise in clinical research, advanced therapies, translational medicine and early-phase clinical trials.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.
Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
213-CORP-8223804
Job locations
King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the delivery of advanced therapy clinical trials conducted within the Clinical Research Facility.
- Act as Sub-Investigator on designated research studies.
- Assess participant eligibility against protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
- Obtain informed consent from study participants.
- Perform clinical assessments, medical histories and physical examinations.
- Review laboratory investigations and imaging results relevant to study participation.
- Assess, document and report adverse events (AEs), serious adverse events (SAEs) and suspected unexpected serious adverse reactions (SUSARs).
- Provide medical oversight during administration of investigational products.
- Participate in trial monitoring visits, audits and regulatory inspections.
- Support the clinical delivery of:
- Contribute to patient safety monitoring associated with advanced therapy products.
- Work collaboratively with pharmacy, apheresis, cell processing laboratories and specialist clinical teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support the delivery of advanced therapy clinical trials conducted within the Clinical Research Facility.
- Act as Sub-Investigator on designated research studies.
- Assess participant eligibility against protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
- Obtain informed consent from study participants.
- Perform clinical assessments, medical histories and physical examinations.
- Review laboratory investigations and imaging results relevant to study participation.
- Assess, document and report adverse events (AEs), serious adverse events (SAEs) and suspected unexpected serious adverse reactions (SUSARs).
- Provide medical oversight during administration of investigational products.
- Participate in trial monitoring visits, audits and regulatory inspections.
- Support the clinical delivery of:
- Contribute to patient safety monitoring associated with advanced therapy products.
- Work collaboratively with pharmacy, apheresis, cell processing laboratories and specialist clinical teams.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Medical degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised qualification)
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise in the UK
- Evidence of successful progression to ST1 level.
- Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCS, MRCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Higher research degree (MSc, MRes, MD or PhD).
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience at ST1 level or above.
- Experience managing acutely unwell patients.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of clinical trial methodology and research governance.
- Experience of audit, quality improvement or service evaluation.
Desirable
- Publications or presentations in peer-reviewed scientific settings
- Experience working within a Clinical Research Facility
- Experience of advanced therapies, cellular therapies, gene therapies or regenerative medicine.
- Previous involvement in clinical research studies.
- Participation in investigator meetings, monitoring visits or regulatory inspections.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to obtain informed consent.
- Understanding of patient safety and pharmacovigilance processes
- Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking senior support appropriately.
- Ability to interpret clinical investigations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of MHRA ATIMP regulations.
- Knowledge of GMP and cell therapy manufacturing pathways.
- Understanding of translational and experimental medicine research.
- Experience with electronic data capture systems and research databases.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Medical degree (MBBS, MBChB or equivalent recognised qualification)
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practise in the UK
- Evidence of successful progression to ST1 level.
- Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCS, MRCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Higher research degree (MSc, MRes, MD or PhD).
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience at ST1 level or above.
- Experience managing acutely unwell patients.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of clinical trial methodology and research governance.
- Experience of audit, quality improvement or service evaluation.
Desirable
- Publications or presentations in peer-reviewed scientific settings
- Experience working within a Clinical Research Facility
- Experience of advanced therapies, cellular therapies, gene therapies or regenerative medicine.
- Previous involvement in clinical research studies.
- Participation in investigator meetings, monitoring visits or regulatory inspections.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to obtain informed consent.
- Understanding of patient safety and pharmacovigilance processes
- Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking senior support appropriately.
- Ability to interpret clinical investigations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of MHRA ATIMP regulations.
- Knowledge of GMP and cell therapy manufacturing pathways.
- Understanding of translational and experimental medicine research.
- Experience with electronic data capture systems and research databases.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)