# Senior Clinical Fellow in Neurology Research > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-clinical-fellow-in-neurology-research/2291b05e-371e-4219-a17b-5af5adc67fea - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-clinical-fellow-in-neurology-research/2291b05e-371e-4219-a17b-5af5adc67fea.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust - **Town:** Coventry - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Neurology - **Grade:** Senior - **Salary:** £67,325 per annum - **Contract type:** 23 months (Fixed Term) - **Employment type:** Full time - 40 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-23T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-16T12:46:12.931Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Warwickshire/Coventry/University_Hospitals_Coventry_Warwickshire_NHS_Trust/Neurology/Neurology-v8124567 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8124567?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhcw.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Applications are invited for an outstanding Academic Clinical Research Fellow to join the nationally recognised Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroinflammation Service at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) under the supervision of Dr Tarunya Arun, Consultant Neurologist and Clinical Associate Professor at Warwick Medical School. This is a unique integrated academic and clinical fellowship designed for highly motivated clinicians who aspire to develop a career in academic neurology. The post combines protected research time with specialist clinical training in multiple sclerosis, neurosarcoidosis and other neuroinflammatory disorders, providing an excellent foundation for future doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship applications. The successful candidate will join a thriving research environment with strong links between UHCW, Warwick Medical School, the NIHR, Warwick Clinical Trials Unit and national neuroscience research networks. ### Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be expected to undertake doctoral-level research leading to registration for an MD or PhD at Warwick Medical School and to make satisfactory progress towards completion of a higher degree during the appointment. The fellowship provides the opportunity to contribute to internationally recognised research programmes in multiple sclerosis, neurosarcoidosis and neuroinflammation, while developing an independent academic portfolio. Research activities will include: - Supporting NIHR Portfolio and investigator-led studies in neuroinflammation - Undertaking participant eligibility assessments, informed consent, clinical assessments and safety monitoring. - Contributing to protocol delivery, imaging review, data quality and research governance. - Working closely with the multidisciplinary research team, including research nurses, trial coordinators and Warwick Clinical Trials Unit. - Developing an independent research programme aligned with the candidate's academic interests. - Generating preliminary data to support competitive fellowship and grant applications. - Presenting research at national and international scientific meetings. - Preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. The fellowship is intended to support the development of future clinical academics and therefore places a strong emphasis on scientific output, doctoral training and research leadership. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further information on the main responsibilities of the role. ## Person Specification ### Knowledge **Essential** - - Understanding of Good Clinical Practice and research governance - Understanding of evidence-based medicine and clinical research methodology - Knowledge of medical audit and quality improvement **Desirable** - - Knowledge of multiple sclerosis, neuroinflammation or neuroimmunology - Familiarity with clinical trial regulations and NIHR portfolio studies ### Academic Experience **Essential** - - Demonstrable interest in clinical neuroscience research - Evidence of critical appraisal and scientific writing - Commitment to undertaking an MD or PhD **Desirable** - - Previous research experience in neurology or neuroscience - Peer-reviewed publications - National or international conference presentations - Experience preparing ethics applications, protocols or grant applications ### Clinical Experience **Essential** - - Experience in neurology or a neuroscience-related specialty - Ability to independently assess neurological patients - Excellent clinical judgement and communication skills **Desirable** - - Experience within a specialist Multiple Sclerosis or Neuroimmunology service - Experience participating in clinical trials or NIHR portfolio studies ### Skills and Abilities **Essential** - - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work independently while contributing to multidisciplinary research teams - Excellent organisational and time-management skills - Ability to manage competing clinical and research priorities - Competent IT skills **Desirable** - - Experience analysing clinical datasets - Experience using REDCap, OpenClinica or equivalent research databases - Statistical or epidemiological skills ### Commitment to Trust Values **Essential** - - Demonstrates behaviours consistent with UHCW Values in Action ### Qualifications and Training **Essential** - Meets all essential criteria **Desirable** - Meets all desirable criteria ## Documents - [neurology jdps (pdf, 488.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10462037) ## 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.