UCL – Wellington PhD Programme for UK Clinicians

UCL – Wellington PhD Programme for UK Clinicians

About the role

University College London (UCL) and The Wellington Hospital are recruiting to a Clinical Fellowship scheme which offers cardiology SpR’s an opportunity to study for a PhD in UCL’s Institute of Cardiovascular Science, while working at the UK's largest private hospital providing specialist complex care.

Application criteria

We welcome all applicants who are GMC registered and have MRCP accreditation. The scheme is open only to UK nationals due to funding restrictions. In addition, they must meet UCL’s entrance requirements for PhD registration. Those applicants who meet both standards will be invited to interview.

All interested applicants are invited to apply and submit both a Curriculum Vitae and Personal Statement. There is one Fellowship available and will commence in early 2027.

Academic Responsibilities

This Clinical Fellowship will be available to Specialist Registrars looking to undertake a PhD grounded in cardiovascular science. They will have the opportunity to select a research project and a supervisor from across the range of disciplines in the UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science (ICS). This includes The Hatter Cardiovascular Institute, Children’s Cardiovascular Disease and Population Science and Experimental Medicine, and the MRC Unit of Lifelong Health and Ageing.

Clinical Fellows will register for their higher degrees at UCL (part-time). Their salary will be funded by The Wellington Hospital who will also cover their annual higher degree (PhD) registration fee and an annual allowance for consumables for a period of up to 3 years, within agreed limits.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities

Clinically based at The Wellington Hospital in St John’s Wood London, part of HCA Healthcare UK, these Clinical Fellows will commence a programme to undertake a period of cardiovascular research at UCL prior to continuation of specialist training. This is a tremendous opportunity to jointly develop a research career while working between two prestigious organisations. Clinical Fellows will work within Departments as related to their specialty at The Wellington Hospital, with a clinical commitment of 120 hours per 4 weeks which will include a combination of weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays.

Benefits package with

The Wellington Hospital

By caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That is why we offer a host of benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

• 25 days holiday each year (excluding bank holidays)
• Health Benefits; Private healthcare, private GP and dental insurance for you and your family
• Protection: Critical illness cover and Life assurance for you and your spouse, personal accident insurance, travel insurance and will writing
• Private pension contribution and free pension advice
• Lifestyle: Cycle to work scheme, gymflex plus other discounts
• Annual pay review

Further information

Study and any other related enquiries should be made to Professor Derek Yellon, Director of the Hatter Cardiovascular Institute, UCL. d.yellon@ucl.ac.uk Employment related enquiries should be made to Dr Damian Sczudlo, Head of Resident Doctors, The Wellington Hospital: damian.sczudlo@hcahealthcare.co.uk Information on the UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science can be found here.

Criteria: Essential or Desirable Assessment method (Application/Interview)

Qualifications, experience and knowledge

MBBS with current enrolment in Foundation Programme: E Application Registration with the General Medical Council: E Application Membership with the Royal College of Physicians: E Application

Resident of UK/EEA: E Application

Strong interest in cardiovascular science: E Application Strong understanding of Cardiovascular Physiology and Biology/Cell Biology/ Molecular Biology: E Application/Interview Bachelor of Science Degree (Intercalated preferable): D Application/Interview Experience in cell imaging, confocal microscopy and image analysis: D Application/Interview Experience in cell biology, cell culture techniques: D Application/Interview

Skills and abilities

Ability to work both independently and effectively within a collaborative environment: E Application/Interview Good problem-solving abilities and excellent written and spoken communication skills: E Application/Interview Ability to present results publicly (posters/talks): E Application/Interview

Personal attributes

Commitment to continuous professional development: E Interview Commitment to Academic Research: E Interview Commitment to UCL’s policy of equal opportunity and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds: E Interview

UCL Ways of Working for Professional Services Responding proactively and appropriately to the needs of colleagues, staff, students and partners: E Interview Sharing relevant knowledge and experience: E Interview Managing multiple projects, leading regular reviews and making changes where necessary: E Interview

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