HCA International Clinical Research
Fellowship in Perioperative & Critical
Care Medicine
This new scheme supports outstanding medically qualified individuals to pursue
translational clinical research in perioperative medicine and critical care. The HCA
International Clinical Fellowship in Perioperative & Critical Care Medicine at The
Princess Grace Hospital is a fixed-term appointment, minimum 1 year.
Clinical role: The clinical component of the post comprises clinical sessions on the
Intensive Care Unit at Princess Grace Hospital., one of HCA’s most progressive
hospitals in central London. Clinical duties include supporting activities on a six bed
ICU under the lead of an ICU Consultant. For those wishing to discuss clinical duties
contact david.walker@uclh.nhs.uk.
Research: The research component of the post is based at the Centre for Anaesthesia,
Critical Care and Pain Medicine www.ucl.ac.uk/anaesthesia. A range of multi-disciplinary,
translational clinical research projects are available for prospective candidates to
consider, covering all aspects of perioperative medicine and critical care research.
Research opportunities/training encompass basic laboratory research, clinical trials and
epidemiological research methodology, potentially leading to a higher degree at
University College London. Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact principal
investigators ( g.ackland@ucl.ac.uk r.stephens@ich.ucl.ac.uk ) at the Centre for
Anaesthesia prior to competitive interview. Following a successful three-month review,
fellows may be eligible to register for higher degrees (where applicable).
Applications.
All candidates should be eligible for registration with the GMC. Previous successful
completion of Fellowship Royal College of Anaesthetists (or equivalent) is mandatory.
Candidates who have completed certification of specialist training (or equivalent- i.e.
“boarded” in anaesthesia) and/or a doctoral thesis (PhD or MD) are particularly
welcome. A previous track record of research publications, superior academic
achievement and/or research techniques is essential.
Non-UK / EEA applicants
Non-UK / EEA applicants should ensure that they are aware of recent changes to the
immigration rules for postgraduate doctors and dentists. For further information on
how this may affect your application please visit www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk or contact
the UK Border Agency on 0870 606 7766 or
indpublicenquiries@ind.homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk.