Job summary
This is a two-year fixed-term appointment for a Clinical Research Fellow within the Cardiology Directorate, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to its established drug-coated balloon (DCB) percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) research programme. The successful candidate will work within a collaborative team delivering prospective registry studies, retrospective analyses, advanced imaging projects and related basic science research.

The post provides a strong platform for the candidate to develop and lead projects, particularly in complex PCI and inflammation, while building expertise in clinical and translational cardiovascular research. It is intended to support progression towards an MD or PhD through the University of East Anglia (UEA), subject to appropriate registration and programme arrangements.

A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.

Main duties of the job

• Continue the programme of cardiovascular research in DCB-PCI leading to a higher degree (MD or PhD) registered at UEA
• Work under the supervision of academic and clinical staff at NNUH and UEA
• Prepare grant and fellowship applications for funding
• Prepare abstracts and manuscripts for presentation and publication
• Support the overall research programme in the area of DCB-PCI
• Work across the Norwich Research Park as appropriate
• Undertake limited clinical duties commensurate with ongoing training requirements

About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Details
Date posted: 20 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £76,582 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 2 years
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 234-MS2593
Job locations: Cardiology Medical Staff, Norwich, NR4 7UY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job description for full details of the post and person Specifications.

Full GMC with licence to practice required on application.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent; Full GMC registration with licence to practise; MRCP or equivalent Existing UK National Training Number (NTN) in Cardiology

Desirable:

• Additional qualifications such as BSc, intercalated degree, BA or equivalent

Teaching
Essential:

• Experience of and enthusiasm for teaching at all professional levels using a variety of settings and methods.

Desirable:

• Formal teaching qualification; membership of a higher education institution

Research
Essential:

• Evidence of >10 peer-reviewed publications as first author or co-author Evidence of participation in research grants/ awards including Academic Foundation or Academic Clinical Fellow Scheme

Desirable:

• Research degree

Knowledge and experience
Essential:

• Independent in diagnostic angiography; Experience in interventional cardiology and PCI; Ability to use research outcomes and the evidence base in clinical practice

Clinical Governance
Essential:

• Involvement in clinical governance including clinical audit, patient safety and pathway development

Desirable:

• Leadership experience in local clinical governance

Management and leadership
Essential:

• Experience of service improvement, development and leadership; Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team; Evidence of leadership such as Chief Resident or rota coordinator

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.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).