Research Doctor, Innovation and Development

We have an exciting vacancy for a full-time Research Doctor as part of our Research & Development team on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract.
The Surrey & Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust research department is an award-winning service delivering high quality research studies and clinical trials. Our mission is to embed an innovative, vibrant research culture where the people who use our services can access the latest treatments and therapies.
We provide a comprehensive range of services that includes community and hospital settings, e.g., talking therapies, mental health services for adults, children and adolescents, drug, and alcohol, learning disability, eating disorder, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder clinic, forensic and other mental health conditions.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as Sub-Investigator, progressing to Principal Investigator, on commercial and non-commercial clinical trials including Phase II and Phase III.
They will be responsible for the safety and wellbeing of participants during clinical trials
Ensuring research is conducted in accordance with relevant guidelines including ICH Good Clinical Practice.
Represent the Trust at various internal/external stakeholder meetings including Investigator meetings (sometimes international), board reviews and CRN meetings.
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.
We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers.
Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast.
Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach.
For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which will state the main responsibilities that are required to carry out this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
MBBS or equivalent recognised medical qualification.
Full medical registration with a license to practice GMC
Obtain Section 12(2) MHA and will be expected to renew this approval according to agreed procedures. (If any doctor is not section 12 approved, a discussion will occur between the appointed doctor and the Associate Medical Director for Research & Development)
Desirable
Relevant higher degree, e.g., MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications
MRCPsych or equivalent
Management qualification or evidence of an interest in developing leadership skills
Eligibility
Essential
In good standing with GMC concerning warnings and conditions on practice
Desirable
Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within three months of appointment
Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Knowledge of legislation, Department of Health Guidance and literature and its implications for clinical practice
Knowledge of NHS strategic vision in the Next Stage Review (High-Quality Care for All)
Excellent clinical skills using bio-psychosocial perspective and wide medical knowledge
Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
Knowledge of psychiatric provision
Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning
Essential
Ability to take a clinical leadership role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring highquality care.
Skills and sensitivity in negotiating with patients, relatives, and other professionals where opinions differ.
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