Clinical Research Fellow

This is an exciting opportunity for two Clinical Research Fellows to take part in a range of ongoing neonatal and paediatric research activities, focusing on strategic clinical trials and observational studies in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) run by the Centre for Neonatal and Paediatric Infection (CNPI). 

The Clinical Research Fellows will work on the NeoSep1 and SNIP-AFRICA projects, assisting with protocol/document development, site feasibility, site set up, site training, safety and clinical reviewing activities.  NeoSep1 is a large global pragmatic trial comparing commonly used antibiotics with novel combination regimens for the empiric treatment of neonatal sepsis and is being conducted in collaboration with the MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL; it is sponsored by The Global Antibiotic Research & Development Partnership (GARDP). SNIP-AFRICA is an African-European collaboration funded by EDCTP3 and coordinated by Fondazione Penta ETS and City St George’s, University of London.  It aims to improve the way severe infections in newborns are treated.  The postholders will also play a key role in overseeing and supporting other projects focussed on neonatal infections when required. These exciting posts offer a unique opportunity to work on innovative and ambitious research projects within the CNPI to further their research experience in a range of areas. 

Key attributes of the successful applicant include:

• Medically qualified to at least Foundation Year Two Level, with full GMC registration
• Experience in Paediatrics/Infectious Diseases/Public Health 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to develop and deliver high-quality research and to publish in peer-reviewed journals

For further information about this position and to apply, click the 'Apply' button above.

St George’s School of Health and Medical Sciences is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors. 

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.  

Please quote reference: 652-25-R

Closing date: 30 March 2025         

Interview date:  TBC

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