Job Purpose
To make a substantial and positive contribution to the mission of the School of Health and Wellbeing at the University of Glasgow through leading and contributing to research of a national or international standard. This will be achieved through conducting a Journal Style PhD or (if successful candidate already has a PhD) postdoctoral work leading to high impact peer reviewed publications, with a focus on high-risk young people and aligned to the University of Glasgow BRIDGE project. The postholder will actively engage in relationships with external stakeholders that advance knowledge exchange, public understanding and outreach. This aspect of the post will be 2.5 days/week based at the Clarice Pears Building at the University of Glasgow.
The postholder will conduct clinical duties under an NHS honorary contract with NHS Ayrshire & Arran, contributing to clinical care commensurate with clinical speciality at Trainee, Specialist Doctor or Consultant level. This aspect of the post will be 2.5 days/week and will be based in Ayrshire and Arran.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Academic
1. Undertake a leading role in the development and implementation of individual and/or joint research projects of national or international standard, at doctoral or postdoctoral level, participating actively in the development of the School of Health and Wellbeing research strategy.
2. Plan, design and implement projects or parts of projects, in conjunction with collaborators and grant holders as appropriate, and act as project leader on major research projects, developing a portfolio of research activity and publications of high quality and impact.
3. Manage data handling and interpretation of research results and take the lead in writing papers for publication in appropriate peer-reviewed journals.
4. Present work at internal and external seminars and national/ international conferences as appropriate to enhance the profile of the research group. Regularly attend and participate in appropriate activities to effectively contribute to the subject specialism. Disseminate research findings locally, nationally and internationally to enhance learning within the discipline and to represent the University externally.
5. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings/discussions and departmental research group activities.
6. Contribute to the organisation of project-related workshops, seminars or conferences.
7. Through an established network of external stakeholders, increasingly influence public understanding and/or professional policy and practice aligned with the strategic priorities of the School of Health and Wellbeing at the University of Glasgow.
8. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
9. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School.
10. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan Inspiring People, Changing the World
Clinical
11. To offer clinical service provision in NHS Ayrshire and Arran, on an Honorary NHS Contract under the direction of the Clinical Director for Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
12. Ensure compliance with annual appraisal and GMC/GDC NHS revalidation.
13. Participation in NHS/University Joint Appraisal Scheme is a condition of employment for all medical academic staff. In accordance with the Follett Report recommendations participation in a joint appraisal arrangement will be agreed locally.
Qualifications
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 11 [Medical undergraduate degree with at least two years work as a Foundation Doctor +/- Masters degree] or 12 [PhD or MD] (or equivalent in a related discipline or working towards such a qualification), with a developing reputation in research within the discipline/subject area.
A2 Requisite clinical qualification and certification for clinical practice at trainee or Consultant level in the UK – minimum MRCPsych.
A3 Relevant and enduring membership of General Medical Council/General Dental Council.
A4 Sustained engagement with current practice and developing knowledge.
A5 Engagement with the current and future priorities of the School of Health and Wellbeing strategies, aims and ambitions.
A6 Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
C1 Proven ability to plan and lead staff and efficiently deploy resources in support of research and activities.
C2 High quality clinical skills in psychiatry.
C3 Ability to disseminate conceptual and complex ideas to a wide variety of audiences to promote understanding.
C4 Ability to undertake academic leadership of groups/activities.
C5 Ability to forge new and effective relationships with colleagues, internally and externally, to foster collaboration across the University and with colleagues in other institutions.
C6 Ability to demonstrate independent thought to generate original research.
C7 Track record of published research of national or international standard compatible with enhancing the School of Health and Wellbeing submission to the REF.
General Information
Clinical Research Fellowships offer medical graduates the opportunity for training in a range
of research methodologies relevant to modern biomedical research in Medicine and related
specialities. Most Clinical Fellows will undertake research training to consolidate career
prospects, by participating in relevant research, which will usually form part of a further
qualification or Higher degree [MSc, MD, PhD]. If further funding can be obtained,
registration for an MD will be strongly encouraged and the research will be planned with
successful attainment of a degree in mind. The post should make individuals competitive for
future NHS teaching hospital appointment or Academic Lecturer/Clinician Scientist awards.
Research Training
All Clinical Research Fellows will have a mentor assigned at the time of appointment. The
mentor will usually become the supervisor for any matriculated Higher degree [see below].
Clinical Research Fellows are encouraged to attend workshops and training in generic
transferable skills organised by the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
Graduate School. Full details of the programme are available at
http://www.fom.gla.ac.uk/RDTC/. Regular attendance and contributions to research meetings
of their group is expected.
Higher Degrees
Clinical Research Fellows will undertake study towards a Higher Degree, ordinarily a PhD, in
the University of Glasgow. In addition to an academic supervisor, all postgraduate students
will have an independent adviser. Either the adviser or supervisor must be a member of fulltime University academic staff.
Clinical Work
For registered medical practitioners an honorary grading will be sought from the relevant
NHS Service. This will usually be at the grade of Honorary ST3 [or equivalent]. Clinical
activities may be limited to those required for research training such as recruitment to trials
and conduct of clinical research. However, limited additional clinical experience will usually
be available subject to the agreement of the supervisor and NHS Services Clinical Director,
with in-patient and out-patient experience in Medicine and relevant Specialties. Where any
clinical activities of a Service nature extend beyond the usual working week, confirmation in
advance of any such responsibilities and agreement on additional payments must be
obtained from appropriate NHS Services management. The individual will have a contract
with the NHS Services via the appropriate directorate/division, which will specify the agreed
amount of clinical work and the level of remuneration. Since the funding for this post does
not include an element for clinical training or NHS service work, any such clinical work must
be arranged to avoid impacting substantially on research time.
Funding Sources
The duration of funding is as specified in the post-specific information. It will be awarded on
the basis of individual career achievement to date and the likelihood of the fellow
contributing to an effective, existing research team. Salary will be on ST3 equivalent scale.
As noted above, there may be opportunities for additional salary supplements providing NHS
cover in Medicine and related specialties [by negotiation with local NHS management and
subject to prioritisation of research]. In relation to such supplements, the University will act
as Paymaster only.
Research Training Base
The Clinical Research Fellow will be based at the University of Glasgow but may work at
other clinical sites e.g. the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Research Supervision
Details of the Institute and supervisorial pool can be found on the Institute’s webpages, as
per the post specific information.
Teaching
There will be no regular commitment to teaching but research fellows are encouraged to
contribute to both problem-based learning and clinical teaching sessions for undergraduate
medical students when research commitments allow.
Assessment of Progress
• All those matriculated for Higher Degrees will be subject to the Postgraduate School of
the College for progress monitoring. This is completed according to the regulations set
down in the University Calendar.
• Written progress reports on projects on a monthly basis.
• Research in Progress presentations, at least annually, to the Institute.
• Reports/manuscripts of results of clinical trials undertaken, as appropriate.
• General assessment during clinical work and meetings.
• Annual interview by independent assessors.
Future
Research fellows will either return to run-through training, be supported for further internal or
externally funded fellowship to complete a MD or PhD, or may become eligible for an
academic training post.
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme
The post for which you are applying is considered ‘registered work’ in terms of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act. It requires the successful applicant to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to appointment. This check is necessary to ensure that the University of Glasgow fulfils its legal duties under the Act.
If you are successful in your application, the offer of employment will be subject to PVG Scheme membership. Further information is available at: http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk/pvg/pvg\_index.html
Please note it is a criminal offence to apply for a child care position if you are on the Disqualified From Working with Children List.
This post is full time, fixed term until 31 July 2028.
Salary: Salary commensurate with current clinical PayScale
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