# Dermatology Clinical Research Fellow ST3+ > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/dermatology-clinical-research-fellow-st3/355028e9-c073-4c9d-953b-ae18afa1ba2a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/dermatology-clinical-research-fellow-st3/355028e9-c073-4c9d-953b-ae18afa1ba2a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust - **Town:** Leicester - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Dermatology - **Grade:** Senior - **Salary:** £54,499 - £67,325 ST3-5 Dependant on experience - **Contract type:** Fixed term: 12 months (To be extended if income is generated) - **Employment type:** Full time - 40 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-08-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-20T14:03:28.329Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Leicestershire/Leicester/University_Hospitals_Leicester_NHS_Trust/Dermatology/Dermatology-v8061350 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8061350?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) is offering a unique opportunity for a Fellow in Clinical Research at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. The Clinical Research Fellow will play a key role in the delivery and development both of dermatology research within UHL and at the University of Manchester contributing at a level expected of a registrar (ST3+) with increasing autonomy. The post holder will support a portfolio of clinical trials and investigator-led studies including at the Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of  Manchester, while maintaining a defined level of clinical responsibility. This role is designed to support progression towards dermatology specialty training by developing advanced clinical, academic, and leadership skills within an NHS research environment. ### Main duties of the job For the full lists of duties of the job, please see the Job Description attached. The weekly timetable for the role will include: - 32 hours: Cutaneous research clinics, administrative duties and academic working - 8 hours: Research support for the EPIDERM reporting scheme at the Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health  at the University of Manchester In addition, there will be opportunities, depending on competencies, to: - Participate in weekly skin cancer clinics - Undertake a weekly dermatological surgical list ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Key responsibilities will include; - Take a leading role in the coordination and delivery of dermatology research studies, including commercial trials and studies within the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) portfolio. - Contribute to study design, feasibility assessments, and protocol development alongside Principal Investigators. - Prepare and submit research documentation, including ethics applications via the Health Research Authority (HRA), and local R&D approvals. - Independently recruit, consent, and manage study participants in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). - Participate in dermatology outpatient clinics at registrar level, with appropriate supervision. - Independently assess and manage patients presenting with a wide range of dermatological conditions. - Support specialist clinics (e.g. skin cancer, inflammatory dermatoses, biologics services) where relevant to research activity. - Lead clinical audit and quality improvement projects aligned with Trust and departmental priorities. - Contribute to service development initiatives, particularly those integrating research into routine clinical care. For a full list of responsibilities of the role, please see the Job Description attached. PLEASE NOTE - THIS ADVERT WILL CLOSE ONCE SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECIEVED. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Demonstrable experience in dermatology (e.g. prior rotation, trust-grade post, or equivalent exposure). - Evidence of active involvement in clinical research, audit, or quality improvement. - Evidence of teaching experience and commitment to education. - Strong clinical decision-making skills appropriate to registrar level. **Desirable** - Experience supervising junior staff or leading projects. ### Skills & Abilities **Essential** - Good IT skills – ability to use Microsoft Office and clinical systems - Commitment to excellence in patient care - Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures **Desirable** - Knowledge of existing research systems such as RedCap, SPSS, STATA or other statistical software package ### Training & Qualifications **Essential** - Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent). - Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise. - Completion of Foundation Training and Core Medical Training (or equivalent), with competencies suitable for ST3-level practice - Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent. **Desirable** - Previous experience in dermatology research or clinical trials. - Academic output (publications, presentations at national/international meetings). - Higher degree (MSc, MD, or PhD), completed or in progress. ### Communication & Relationship Skills **Essential** - High level written and oral communication skills - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a high degree of tact. **Desirable** - Demonstrates high level of emotional intelligence, empathy and facilitation skills ## Documents - [employee benefits (pdf, 578.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2350) - [derm research fellow ps (pdf, 71.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351666) - [derm research fellow jd (pdf, 239.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10351665) - [understanding your right to work in the uk (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2349) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.