Job summary
Applications are invited from surgical staff-in-training (core level training or above) for a full-time research fellow post in ENT. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working, a commitment to a career in Ear, Nose & Throat surgery and an intention to be research-active during career.

Main duties of the job
This is a full time research post. Successful candidates will join enthusiastic and dynamic research teams comprising of clinicians, residents and research specialist nurses with ongoing projects.

About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details
Date posted: 24 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 001-MP166.26

Job locations
University Hospital Wales
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to take part in recruitment and data collection for ongoing departmental research studies which include NIHR trials such as STEREO-VS, STARFISH, EVEREST, BEARS as well as commercial trials

Person Specification
Ability
Essential

• 12 months ENT experience in NHS
• GCP trained
• Progression in clinical training to core training level or above
• Commitment to team approach and multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Commitment to a career in ENT
• Postgraduate examinations (DOHNS)

Research
Essential

• Intention to be research-active during career

Desirable

• Understanding, knowledge and experience of research in the NHS
• Active research interests
• Evidence of involvement in clinical trial activity in the NHS
• Laboratory research experience

Personal qualities
Essential

• Evidence of ability to work both in a team and alone
• Flexible approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address: University Hospital Wales, Cardiff, CF14 4XW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant ENT Surgeon
Mr Robert Mcleod
robert.mcleod@wales.nhs.uk
02921848923

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.