Clinical Research Fellow in Rheumatology

As clinical research fellow, you will be able to work on an exciting research project in scleroderma with a focus on understanding disease mechanisms through systematic analysis of tissue and blood samples using the latest molecular analysis platforms and bioinformatics. The post is funded through a major academic research grant award to UCL from Abbvie to examine novel biomarkers and undertake cutting-edge clinical and laboratory research in systemic sclerosis.

In addition to undertaking a specific research project which could form the basis for a higher research degree the post-holder will receive outstanding opportunities to train in management of complex connective tissue disease.

This will be a key post within a successful basic science and clinical research team with full training and support for the postholder in relevant techniques and research methods. Therefore, it would suit a rheumatology trainee interesting in developing research skills and experience in the field of scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) in a renowned and productive clinical and research environment.

The successful candidate is expected to have a medical degree along with a full GMC registration, and relevant experience in connective tissue disease management.

You should also have excellent oral and written communication skills and a strong ability to organise and prioritise your workload.

UCL Division of Medicine within the Faculty of Medical Sciences forms one of the largest concentrations of biomedical scientists in Europe. We bring together clinicians and scientists undertaking world-leading research, teaching, and patient care.

This post is based within the Centre for Rheumatology and Connective Tissue Diseases and there will be close collaboration with biomedical scientists working at Servier.

This is an outstanding opportunity to undertake funded research in a major internationally renowned scleroderma centre., Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team working across the Division of Medicine. As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)


• Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme


• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)


• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan


• Immigration loan


• Relocation scheme for certain posts


• On-Site nursery


• On-site gym


• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay


• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service


• Discounted medical insurance