NHS

Research Fellow in Urogynaecology


Pay61,825.00 - 70,425.00 / year
LocationLiverpool/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9159-25-0122?language=en&page=356&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Liverpool Women's Hospital is delighted to be able to continue it's successful Research Fellow in Urogynaecology post. This post is now in it's 6th year and has seen great success with one candidate being appointed to a subspecialist post in Urogynaecology.

      The post is designed to offer research training for individuals planning a career as a subspecialist in Urogynaecology. As such, the post will provide the training needed to meet the research component of subspecialty training as per RCOG curriculum.

      The post is fixed term for a period of 12 months (with a possible extension to 2 years) with a start date of August 2025 in line with the national O&G rotation. If necessary, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for out of programme training for research with HEE.

      The post will be supervised by Miss Gillian Fowler, Consultant Urogynaecologist, together with Mr Andrew Sharp, Senior Lecturer. It will be expected that the successful candidate will submit at least one manuscript for publication (as per RCOG subspecialty training programme) together with completion of the RCOG Advanced Professional Module in Research.

      Main duties of the job

      The urogynaecology research fellow will join a team of urogynaecology surgeons, specialist nurses and our urogynaecology link midwife. The department has a long history in urogynaecology research, particularly focused on obstetric anal sphincter injury. We run a weekly perineal clinic for the follow up of all women sustaining obstetric anal sphincter injury which includes performing anorectal testing, both endoanal ultrasound and anorectal manometry. There will be opportunities for the post holder to obtain skills in performing and interpreting these tests.

      The candidate would be provided with a template timetable. This will predominantly be in research but will include the MDT, Perineal Clinic and a labour ward session as per regional guidance for out of programme training.

      The department runs on obstetric anal sphincter injury repair. The post holder will be expected to help in the organisation and delivery of these training days which occur twice per year.

      The successful candidate will also work with the SPR (middle grade) on call rota in both obstetrics and gynaecology, currently working a full shift rota of up to 48 hours per week on average. This includes prospective cover for the annual/study leave of colleagues.

      About us

      Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

      UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

      At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

      We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

      For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.

      UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.

      https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

      Details

      Date posted

      24 June 2025

      Pay scheme

      Hospital medical and dental staff

      Grade

      Doctor - other

      Salary

      £61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum

      Contract

      Fixed term

      Duration

      12 months

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      159-LWH-128-25

      Job locations

      Liverpool Women's Hospital

      Crown Street

      Liverpool

      L8 7SS


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The urogynaecology research fellow will join a team of urogynaecology surgeons, specialist nurses and our urogynaecology link midwife. The department has a long history in urogynaecology research, particularly focused on obstetric anal sphincter injury. We run a weekly perineal clinic for the follow up of all women sustaining obstetric anal sphincter injury which includes performing anorectal testing, both endoanal ultrasound and anorectal manometry. There will be opportunities for the post holder to obtain skills in performing and interpreting these tests.

      The candidate would be provided with a template timetable. This will predominantly be in research but will include the MDT, Perineal Clinic and a labour ward session as per regional guidance for out of programme training.

      The department runs on obstetric anal sphincter injury repair. The post holder will be expected to help in the organisation and delivery of these training days which occur twice per year.

      The successful candidate will also work with the SPR (middle grade) on call rota in both obstetrics and gynaecology, currently working a full shift rota of up to 48 hours per week on average. This includes prospective cover for the annual/study leave of colleagues.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The urogynaecology research fellow will join a team of urogynaecology surgeons, specialist nurses and our urogynaecology link midwife. The department has a long history in urogynaecology research, particularly focused on obstetric anal sphincter injury. We run a weekly perineal clinic for the follow up of all women sustaining obstetric anal sphincter injury which includes performing anorectal testing, both endoanal ultrasound and anorectal manometry. There will be opportunities for the post holder to obtain skills in performing and interpreting these tests.

      The candidate would be provided with a template timetable. This will predominantly be in research but will include the MDT, Perineal Clinic and a labour ward session as per regional guidance for out of programme training.

      The department runs on obstetric anal sphincter injury repair. The post holder will be expected to help in the organisation and delivery of these training days which occur twice per year.

      The successful candidate will also work with the SPR (middle grade) on call rota in both obstetrics and gynaecology, currently working a full shift rota of up to 48 hours per week on average. This includes prospective cover for the annual/study leave of colleagues.

      Person Specification

      GMC Registration

      Essential

      • Full GMC Registration with licence to practice

      Desirable

      • Higher Medical Degree or Qualifications

      Educational Qualifications

      Essential

      • MRCOG Part 1

      Desirable

      • MRCOG Part 2

      Experience

      Essential

      • Demonstrate experience in Urogynaecology
      • Evidence of participation in research
      • Evidence of participation in research Meetings

      Desirable

      • Presentation at Urogynaecology Meetings
      • Publications in Urogynaecology

      Ability

      Essential

      • Knowledge, clinical and technical skills to work at Registrar level

      Desirable

      • Evidence of critical thinking
      • Evidence of critical in urogynaecology
      Person Specification

      GMC Registration

      Essential

      • Full GMC Registration with licence to practice

      Desirable

      • Higher Medical Degree or Qualifications

      Educational Qualifications

      Essential

      • MRCOG Part 1

      Desirable

      • MRCOG Part 2

      Experience

      Essential

      • Demonstrate experience in Urogynaecology
      • Evidence of participation in research
      • Evidence of participation in research Meetings

      Desirable

      • Presentation at Urogynaecology Meetings
      • Publications in Urogynaecology

      Ability

      Essential

      • Knowledge, clinical and technical skills to work at Registrar level

      Desirable

      • Evidence of critical thinking
      • Evidence of critical in urogynaecology

      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 (Opens in a new tab).

      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 (Opens in a new tab).

      UK Registration

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

      Additional information

      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 (Opens in a new tab).

      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 (Opens in a new tab).

      UK Registration

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

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Liverpool Women's Hospital

      Crown Street

      Liverpool

      L8 7SS


      Employer's website

      https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Liverpool Women's Hospital

      Crown Street

      Liverpool

      L8 7SS


      Employer's website

      https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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