MT05 Senior Clinical Research Fellow - Renal Genomics

This role aims to contribute to the development of the Renal Genomics service in the Department of Nephrology. Working closely with the Renal Genetics team (Consultant Nephrologists, Consultant Clinical Geneticist, Clinical Nurse Specialist and members of the clinical and research laboratories)., The post holder will liaise with the laboratory genetics team at the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (based at Great Ormond Street Hospital) to assist with interpretation of Whole Genome Sequence data in order to provide a diagnosis to people with rare kidney diseases.

They will also contribute to the Renal Genetics and Polycystic Kidney Disease clinics, including delivery of results of genomic testing to patients, and assisting in the delivery of newly licenced treatments to people with rare kidney diseases.

The post-holder will also gain experience as sub-Investigator in Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical trials of new medications for rare kidney diseases, which is an important component of the work of the department.In addition, the post holder will spend one evening a week as specialist registrar responsible for renal admissions to the Royal Free Hospital, with responsibility for assessing and treating emergency admissions under the supervision of the on-call nephrology consultant.

Hampstead is part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. It is one of five sites within this trust., The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk