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Job overview
Imperial College Hospitals NHS Trust is looking to appoint a Research Registrar in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. Applications are sought from a higher surgical trainee in Otolaryngology in the UK to perform a period of research at Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust. This post incorporates some operating and clinics and take part in on-call rota. The applicant should apply to register for a PhD at Imperial College London. It is the intention that the research will lead to the award of a PhD.
Title: Integration and validation of artificial Intelligence into upper aerodigestive endoscopy.
Main duties of the job
This research will critically appraise the potential of utilising AI in endoscopic machine learning, training as well as diagnostics and assessment of upper aerodigestive tract tumours.
The applicant will work alongside computer science post graduate students within the same project area. In addition, will take part in recruitment for ongoing trials. Engagement in the department teaching programme is essential as well as maintaining all aspects of good medical practice, such as audit and service improvements.
During their time in the ENT department, the post holder can expect to maintain their clinical and surgical skills. The post holder will be part of the ENT clinical team whose focus is on the diagnosis and treatment of ENT conditions focusing on head and neck cancer diagnosis and treatment.
The post holder will participate in the ENT SpR on-call rota 1:7 and “Hot” rigistrar of the week rota.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A provisional timetable is provided below. This is subject to change.
Regular meetings: Attendance at regular department audit, M&M and business meetings are required
On call
There will be a 1:7 two tier rota daily and weekend on call commitment, including ENT trauma, general paediatric and adult ENT and an on call commitment for the Imperial sites (Charing Cross, St Mary’s and Hammersmith) as well as Chelsea and Westminster trust and the Royal Brompton.
Person specification
Audit
Essential
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit
Language
Essential
- Able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching and training undergraduates/postgraduates and junior medical staff
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC’s register with a Licence to Practice
- Appropriate Royal College Membership
- DOHNS/MRCS or equivalent
- Primary medical degree
Desirable
- MSc / MS / M-Phil
Leadership/ management skills
Essential
- Able to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority
Desirable
- Have proven skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues.
Clinical expertise in Specialty/sub specialty/Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge, training and expertise in general adult and paediatric ENT surgery to participate on the StR on-call rota
- IT Skills and computer literacy
- Committed to a career in ENT
Academic Achievements Including Research/Publications
Essential
- Evidence of achievement appropriate to appointment at SCF level at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Desirable
- Published articles in peer-reviewed journals
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This advert is for Research Registrar in Otolaryngology with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Ear, Nose and Throat role. The advertised salary is £45,715 - £69,976 per annum +LDN Weighting + 1A banding. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months ((30/09/26 – 30/09/27)). The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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