Junior Research Fellow in Infectious Diseases or Immunology

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) junior clinical research fellow in field of vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology. A junior fellowship (full or part-time) for adult or paediatric Fellow are open to those training in or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology, or associated field (such as infections of respiratory disease). This will either be a Junior role suitable for anyone who has completed foundation training (or equivalent).
The majority of the fellow's time will be spent on research service provision providing medical support and cover to adult and paediatric studies occurring in the CRF and at the Wessex Research Hubs in Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The remaining time will be flexible, dependant on the individuals, NIHR Clinical Research Facility (CRF) junior clinical research fellow in field of vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology. A junior fellowship (full or part-time) for adult or paediatric Fellow are open to those training in or wishing to develop a clinical or research interest in vaccines, infectious diseases or immunology, or associated field (such as infections of respiratory disease). This will either be a Junior role suitable for anyone who has completed foundation training (or equivalent).
The majority of the fellow's time will be spent on research service provision providing medical support and cover to adult and paediatric studies occurring in the CRF and at the Wessex Research Hubs in Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth and Weymouth. The remaining time will be flexible, dependant on the individuals needs but could be used to provide the time and support for an application to be made for a formal externally funded research training fellowship and registration for study towards a higher degree (usually PhD or MD). The post will be appointed for 1 year in the first instance, depending on the candidate's needs. Where appropriate, funding may be extended by fixed time periods where academic progress is considered satisfactory., · The Southampton National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF) is the operational centre of translational research at the University of Southampton (UoS) and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The CRF operates to support research across all specialities and brings together all areas engaged in clinical translational research (including the current Southampton NIHR CRF, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and NIHR CRUK Experimental Cancer Research Centre) .The NIHR CRF is part of a national network of CRFs with adult and paediatric capability.
· The CRF operates to MHRA phase 1 accreditation standards, the highest possible international quality standard. The post will provide unrivalled training in the management and conduct of clinical trials and experimental medicine, including early phase trials, and is suitable for those aiming for a clinical academic or primarily clinical career.
· Specific training will be given and expertise gained in research governance, quality assurance, rapid clinical trials set-up and timely delivery ensuring regulatory compliance and patient and volunteer safety.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOU'LL DO
· The primary role of this post is to assist the Directors and investigators in the running of clinical studies for patients in the CRF and Wessex Research Hubs including early phase clinical trials of vaccines, biological agents and other new drugs.
· The post holder will therefore be expected to engage as appropriate with all aspects of the development and conduct of studies, including the submission and maintenance of regulatory documents, the recruitment of subjects and providing medical cover.
· The post holder should work to ensure that all studies are conducted to Good Clinical Practice.
· Working patterns are flexible depending on the study and visit requirements. Some out of hours working is required and contribution to an on-call study phone rota is required., Equality remains at the centre of our policymaking, service delivery, and employment practice, giving all employees equal opportunity to develop, apply for promotions, and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.
UHS actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens. We also closely monitor recruitment activity, training, development, and employment practices to ensure equality of practice with regard to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status and age.

· Individuals who are keen to learn more about clinical research and are interested in the potential of further research training (MD/PhD)
· Excellent communicators
People who can contribute and work well with our multi-professional team within the CRF

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.