Description
Applications are invited for an exciting 12-month full-time Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship within the National Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) Service at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, London.
This unique fellowship offers an exceptional opportunity for a paediatrician or dermatologist to gain specialist clinical and academic experience at one of the world's leading centres for the care of children and young people with epidermolysis bullosa. The successful candidate will become an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, providing specialist care for patients with EB whilst contributing to pioneering translational research.
A particular highlight of this fellowship is the opportunity to play a leading role in MISSION EB DELIVER, an innovative open-label clinical study investigating EBSTROCEL mesenchymal stromal cell infusions for patients with epidermolysis bullosa. Working closely with the Clinical Research Facility at Great Ormond Street Hospital, the successful candidate will gain first-hand experience in delivering an advanced cell therapy programme, including patient assessment, infusion procedures, clinical trial delivery and longitudinal follow-up care.
The main duties of the job include:
- Providing specialist care for patients with EB
- Contributing to pioneering translational research
- Playing a leading role in MISSION EB DELIVER
- Gaining experience in delivering an advanced cell therapy programme
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place.
Job Responsibilities: The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: £45,715 to £69,976 a year (Basic pay) pro rata, per annum
- Fixed term contract for 12 months
- Full-time position
Requirements:
- GMC Registration in Paediatrics with a Licence to Practise, obtained by the start date
- At least two years' experience in paediatrics including the management of complex and emergency presentations
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment