University Hospitals Tees
Trauma and Orthopaedics-ACeS Research Fellow (MD)
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Research Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics
This Research Fellow post in Trauma and Orthopaedics will be co-hosted by the Department of Orthopaedics, and the Academic Centre for Surgery (ACeS) at South Tees Hospitals NHS Trust, and the MD will be completed through the University of York (UOY).
About the Role
This Research Fellowship post is for a 2-year fixed term where the trainee will undertake:
- 80% academic research training and 20% clinical training in Year 1
- 20% academic research and 80% clinical training in Year 2
They are employed by the NHS Trust on an honorary contract for the duration.
Responsibilities
The trainee will also undertake Research Training provided by the University. They are also expected to:
- Undertake research training
- Attend academic conferences
This is an ideal post for those who have started their Higher Specialist Training in T&O. This research fellowship will enable them to complete a higher degree (MD), as Out-of-Programme-Research (OOPR).
Key Tasks
The post-holder will be undertaking research of the highest quality on a selected topic, including:
- Collecting data
- Performing data analysis
- Dissemination including preparing the MD thesis, final study report, academic papers, and conference presentations
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Supervision
The post-holder will receive:
- Clinical supervision from Mr James Bassett (T&O)
- Academic supervision from Prof Amar Rangan, supported by ACeS
- Line management from T&O directorate
Working Environment
The James Cook University Hospital is a designated Major Trauma Centre for the North East of England. It is also a tertiary centre, providing comprehensive multidisciplinary care for a wide range of orthopaedic disorders and trauma, including complex post-traumatic reconstructive surgery. The Friarage Hospital in Northallerton has the GIRFT accredited elective surgical hub for the Trust.
The post-holder will be expected to work in the T&O department for 20% of their time in year 1 and 80% in year 2.
Mandatory Training
The appointee will undertake the Trust’s mandatory training (and/or equivalent induction training).
Compliance
Ensure all clinical trial/research studies and activities are conducted in accordance with the approvals, the laws, guidelines and frameworks which govern the set up and conduct of clinical research within the UK.
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Cross-Trust Work
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
Working for Us
Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.
We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Contact
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: JAMES BASSETT
- Job title: CONSULTANT
- Email address: james.bassett@nhs.net
- Telephone number: Extension 54314
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