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Clinical Senior Lecturer/Consultant in Digital Pathology, Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biolo

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Mar 6, 2017

Job Details

Job Purpose

To strengthen the clinical academic base of Medicine within the Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology (CCRCB), School of
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) and the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
(BHSCT). To undertake research in line with the School’s research strategy, to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, to
contribute to School’s administration/outreach activity and to deliver and enhance clinical service. The job will be in the framework of
the thriving Molecular Pathology Programme in CCRCB, underpinned by the Northern Ireland – Molecular Pathology Laboratory
(NI-MPL); NI-MPL has generated substantial competitive funding in high-throughput genomics, translational bioinformatics and digital
pathology (leading a national CRUK Accelerator Award in immune checkpoints and digital pathology), and is recognised by the
Precision Medicine Catapult - National Centre of Excellence status.

Research

• Develop the research activities of the School by sustaining a personal research plan by, managing and undertaking research
activities in accordance with a specific project plan in the appropriate research team.
• Sustain a high quality publication record by publishing in refereed journals and presenting at conferences to assist individual
research and so that the School’s research profile is enhanced.
• Develop research proposals and funding bids in collaboration with others.
• Direct, coach and develop research staff, where appropriate.
• Ensure that research projects are completed on time and within budget.

Teaching

• Develop teaching methods, design course units and deliver teaching and assessment activities including lectures, coursework,
practicals, and fieldwork according to own area of subject specialism, specially (but not exclusively) in the newly created MSc in Molecular Pathology of Cancer.
• Develop approaches to teaching and learning, which are appropriate for the subject area reflect developing practice.
• Contribute to the enhancement of quality teaching within the subject, school or faculty.
• Develop and advise others on learning and teaching tasks and methods.
• Contribute to the design of innovative teaching programmes.

Clinical

• Hold an Honorary Consultant contract in the appropriate specialty with the BHSCT which will involve a maximum of 5
Programmed Activities agreed through the annual, integrated job plan. Undertake clinical sessions appropriate to the specialty
and as agreed on appointment/in the integrated annual job plan.
• Provide a professional service in one or two areas of subspecialist interest of their choice.
• Undertake supervision, management and training of junior medical staff along with other professions associated with their specialist area.
• Comply with all health and safety policies, participate in the clinical and research governance framework of the HSC Trust and
comply with all legislation relating to the handling and storage of human tissues.
• Provide leadership in the delivery and integration of education and research between colleagues in the Trust(s) and University and
also with students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Participate in the consultant appraisal process appropriate for clinical academics, take part in continuing professional development
activities and additionally undertake medical and clinical audit and quality assurance activities as appropriate. Undertake
administrative duties associated with ongoing teaching, research and related patient care.

Sample Job Plan

The successful applicant will have clinical sessions appropriate to the specialty and as agreed on appointment in the integrated annual job plan.

This post will comprise 10 programmed activities, of which 5 will be NHS PAs and 5 will be funded from academic sources. Clinical
PAs will include a maximum of 4.25 DCC and 0.75 SPA. The academic PAs will also include 0.75 SPA. The sub-specialty area for
reporting can be negotiated with the appropriate Clinical Lead Pathologist. The exact timings within the week will be determined in
line with the successful candidate’s research and teaching areas.
Suitable office space and facilities with IT access will be made available at both the Belfast HSC Trust and University sites as
required. The consultant will have appropriate secretarial support.

General NHS Responsibilities

• Members of staff including clinical academic appointments are expected at all times to provide a caring service and to treat those
with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner. As with other staff the appointee will be expected to
demonstrate their commitment to the Trust by regular attendance and the efficient completion of all allocated tasks.
• All staff including clinical academics must comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care No Smoking Policy.
• All duties must be carried out in compliance with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Health and Safety Policy and statutory regulations.
• The Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Appointees are required to adhere to the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy throughout the course of their employment.
• To ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in officers of the Trust and to maintain high standards of personal accountability,
staff including clinical academic appointments must abide by the Code of Business Conduct.
• Employees of the Trust including clinical academic appointments are required to support its Mission which states:- “It is our
fundamental purpose in Belfast Health and Social Care Trust to provide the highest quality cost effective health care, as an
outstanding acute general hospital and tertiary referral centre, through exceptional service to our patients, staff and community in
an environment of education, teaching and research.”
• “The Trust is committed to providing safe and effective care for patients. To ensure this there is an agreed procedure for medical
staff that enables them to report, quickly and confidentially, concerns about the conduct, performance or health of medical
colleagues. All medical staff, practising in the Trust, should ensure that they are familiar with the procedure and apply it.”

Administration

• Contribute to the School’s outreach strategy by developing external links.
• Develop links with relevant industries and external bodies to encourage technology transfer opportunities and create
opportunities for future research projects.
• Provide pastoral care for students within own area to ensure, as far as practicable, that all relevant issues are dealt with in a
timely, sympathetic and effective manner.
• Carry out designated School functions, including, for example, participation in committee work assisting in the process of
admission, and preparation of submission for teaching quality assessment or the REF.

Planning and Organising

• Plan for and set teaching and research objectives over a number of years.
• Plan and manage own teaching and tutorials as agreed with Head of School.
• As module leader, co-ordinate with others (such as support staff or academic colleagues) to ensure student needs and expectations are met.
• Design/update modules in line with School’s teaching strategy.
• Plan for the use of teaching and research resources, laboratories and workshops as appropriate.
• Prepare research proposals for submission for external funding.

Resource Management Responsibilities (e.g. People, Finance, Equipment)

• Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development.
• Depending on the area of work, could supervise the work of others, for example in research teams and projects.
• Manage own teaching, research and administrative demands under general supervision of Head.
• Assist in the development of skills and competence in others (for example through the supervision of research students).
• Manage use of resources for research and teaching.
• Participate in judgements regarding the use of resources within their research project/school.
• Act as mentor for students in capacity of personal tutor.

Internal and External Relationships

• Communicate complex and conceptual ideas to students as well as to peers using high level skills and a range of media.
• Member of the School Board and Examination Board and such committees relevant to their administrative duties.
• Collaborate with other academics within School.
• Participate in and develop networks, for example to identify sources of funding, contribute to student recruitment, act as website
editor, secure student placements, market the institution, facilitate outreach work, generate income, obtain consultancy projects, or
build relationships for future activities.
• Contribute to the School’s outreach programme by establishing links with local community groups, industries etc.

Essential Criteria

• Primary Medical Degree.
• Higher degree (PhD, MD or equivalent).
• Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for
registration within six months of interview.
• If an applicant is UK trained, they must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months
of award of CCT by date of interview. If an applicant is non-UK trained, they will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
• Post registration qualification Fellowship of Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent).
• Record of high quality publications at an international level of excellence in internationally recognised journals.
• Record of successfully obtaining significant research funding or other resources to underpin research, as appropriate to the
discipline, through competitive national or international peer-reviewed processes.
• Research profile that complements the research priorities of the Centre for Cancer Research & Cell Biology and the Northern Ireland Molecular Pathology Laboratory.
• Evidence of developing research methodologies, models, approaches and techniques in the areas of molecular pathology and digital pathology.
• Experience of presenting at national and international meetings and conferences.
• Successful PhD as Primary Supervisor.
• Substantial teaching experience at University level.
• Evidence of contribution to the successful delivery, enhancements or review of particular modules.
• Experience of delivering high quality teaching as evidenced by positive feedback received from students, colleagues and external examiners.
• Clinical experience in diagnostic cellular pathology and evidence of progression appropriate to career stage.
• Experience in the management of clinical service in the relevant specialty.
• Contribution to a wide range of administrative tasks in clinical and/or academic setting.
• Evidence of clinical/academic leadership including managing professional teams, leading initiatives, chairing/participation in
committees, contributing to strategy, participating and managing relevant aspects of clinical governance, audit and standards of care.
• Ability to be involved in productive external collaboration with industry/community organisations/other institutions.
• Ability to negotiate contracts independently or as a leader of a section in major projects.
• Ability to provide effective leadership for groups and activities with substantial impact on finance and other resources and/or the reputation of the University.
• Understanding of resource management processes and skills to apply them effectively.
• Record of and commitment to continuing professional development.
• Good presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex information effectively.
• Ability to represent the School on a national and international basis.
• The ability to organise workload and prioritise competing demands.
• Ability to manage resources and staff.
• Commitment and enthusiasm for working collaboratively to advance the teaching and research priorities of the School and clinical service.
• Must be a team player who can develop effective internal and external research and where appropriate practice links.
• This position is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order (Northern Ireland) 1979 and any applicant who
is offered employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check/Criminal Records Bureau Check.
• Applicants must comply with the Terms and Conditions of the University’s substantive Clinical Academic Contract and the
Honorary Consultant Contract of the Relevant HSC organisation.

Desirable Criteria

• Completion of a PGCHET (or equivalent) or HEA membership.
• Experience in programme management and in the development and enhancement of undergraduate and/or postgraduate
curricula and assessment methods.
• Evidence of innovation in clinical care or health service development

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