Clinical Research Fellow in Renal Medicine

2 weeks ago


London SE RS, United Kingdom King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time £45,000 - £65,000 per year

Fixed term: 12 Months - Full time - 40 hours per week

The post holder will contribute to the safe and effective delivery of clinical research studies within the Clinical Research Facility. The role will particularly focus on the recruitment, support, and engagement of people of African and/or Afro-Caribbean ancestry , with and without kidney disease, to ensure inclusive participation in clinical trials.

The post requires excellent communication skills, cultural competence, and the ability to build trust with diverse patient groups. The doctor will be responsible for conducting and overseeing clinical assessments in line with study protocols, ensuring ethical practice and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Success in the role will be measured by adherence to study protocols, contribution to participant safety and wellbeing, and the achievement of recruitment and study targets. Phlebotomy skills are desirable but not essential.

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

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.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Conduct research assessments and procedures in line with approved clinical trial protocols.
  • Provide safe and professional care to participants, including those with chronic kidney disease.
  • Obtain informed consent and ensure participants fully understand their involvement.
  • Perform and interpret clinical assessments; order, review, and act upon investigations as required by study protocols.

Communication and Representation

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with participants, particularly from African and Afro-Caribbean communities.
  • Ensure communication is culturally sensitive, inclusive, and accessible.

People Management and Performance

  • Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team in line with good people management practices. Ensuring excellence is recognised and underperformance is addressed.
  • Participate in regular performance appraisal meetings and ensure each member of the team has a clear set of objectives and development plans.


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