University of Warwick
Job title:
Research Fellow
Company
University of Warwick
Job description
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Michael Backhouse (Associate Professor, Warwick Clinical Trials Unit) at [email protected].This is an exciting and challenging role for an experienced researcher to support the delivery of
a new multi-centre clinical trial funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). We
wish to appoint a podiatrist, orthotist or physiotherapist or other related specialism with
experience in musculoskeletal or foot and ankle research. You will join the Big Toe Inserts trial
team in delivering a UK wide randomised controlled trial evaluating carbon fibre shoe stiffening
inserts, compared to sham inserts, for people with osteoarthritis of the big toe joint – the first
metatarsophalangeal joint.You will be responsible for assisting the Chief Investigators and the Big Toe trial team in
delivering the trial. Supported by the trial team, core responsibilities will include 1) preparing trial
intervention materials (practitioner and participant manuals); 2) engaging with trial sites, deliver
Big Toe Insert Trial practitioner training, and facilitating trial implementation at each recruitment
site; and 3) providing ongoing support to Big Toe Insert practitioners at each site to aid timely
participant recruitment, trial delivery, follow-up, and successful trial completion. We seek
someone with research experience to undertake qualitative interviews with participants and
practitioners. A willingness and ability to travel to clinical and research sites is required.Warwick CTU has an extensive track record and portfolio of NIHR funding and has successfully
delivered numerous multi-centre trials evaluating complex interventions in clinical populations,
published in high impact journals. The Surgery, Pain and Rehabilitation research group is an
active multi-disciplinary clinical academic team, conducting a number of trials and observational
studies to advance clinical practice in musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary disease. The Big
Toe trial is led by Chief Investigator Dr Michael Backhouse, supported by leading UK clinicians
and academics in musculoskeletal research.The wider team includes clinical trials expertise, health psychology, statistics, health economics,
qualitative researchers, a senior project manager, trial coordinator and administrators. This post
is based mainly at Warwick CTU, a purpose designed premises at the University of Warwick’s
Gibbet Hill campus, with offices also based at UHCW Clinical Sciences Building. Warwick CTU
is an NIHR registered CTU with around 120 staff. You will also support the research group to
develop and enhance its academic output and reputation.Please note:1.Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undergo
enhanced level disclosure before commencing research with hospital sites. Clearance
obtained via another institution or body cannot be transferred.
2.The successful applicant will be required to undergo a Pre-Employment Medical Check
before commencing work with the University. This will involve a medical history
questionnaire, a Hepatitis B vaccination (if not already had) and may also require an
appointment with a member of the University’s Occupational Health team.
This post is intended for a physiotherapist, orthotist, or podiatrist or other related specialism
with a clinical or research background in musculoskeletal or foot and ankle rehabilitation,
wishing to undertake research and pursue a clinical academic career. We are looking for an
exceptional, highly motivated individual with expertise in musculoskeletal health research.
Qualitative research and clinical trials experience is desirable but not essential. The post will be
fully integrated within a successful and productive research group undertaking NIHR funded
trials in surgery, pain and rehabilitation.About YouYou will have a first degree (Class I or II) or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. physiotherapy,
orthotics, podiatry or other related specialism). You will have a PhD or equivalent research
experience. You will have experience of involvement in health service research delivering
interventions in a health care setting and their subsequent evaluation.An appropriate level of clinical knowledge is essential, as are excellent communication and
interpersonal skills, and an ability to work autonomously at a high level. You will be based at
Warwick Clinical Trials Unit and occasionally at satellite offices at UHCW. The Big Toe trial will
take place in community podiatry sites at multiple Trusts across England, Wales, with trial
activities undertaken by existing clinical teams at each site. You will travel to each site, in
conjunction with other trial members, to liaise with local teams and facilitate the implementation
of the trial. You will be employed by the University of Warwick and hold an Honorary Contract
with a UHCW NHS Trust (or equivalent NHS Trust).For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.If you are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD but have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant at the top of level 5 of the . Upon receipt of evidence of the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the .About the DepartmentThe Warwick Clinical Trials Unit (WCTU) has a strong track record in delivering excellent research. Established in 2005, we received full registration status from the in 2007.We care about patient centred outcomes and we want to find ways to improve them. Our trials and investigations help us to do that. We’re not afraid to ask the difficult questions, by leading and supporting clinical trials that seek to find answers. We have a reputation for challenging long-established norms.About the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Thursday 18 July 2024 at 11.55pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.
- Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
- Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the Job Description document below (desirable criteria too, where possible).
Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: TBCStart Date: TBCWhat we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against anyone who makes a Disclosure relating to a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.Job Description
Expected salary
£33966 – 44263 per year
Location
Coventry
Job date
Sat, 06 Jul 2024 01:49:08 GMT
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