Senior Fellow in GICU 50/50 Research/FUSIC

Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Senior Fellow in Intensive Care Medicine with a 50/50 split in Research/FUSICStart Date: 5th August 2026Contract Type: Fixed termEnd Date: 3rd August 2027Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job Senior Fellow in Intensive Care Medicine with a50/50 split in Research/FUSIC There are optionsfor: CriticalCare research with 50:50ClinicalandResearch commitments FUSICfellowship(FocussedUltrasound forIntensive Care)with 50:50ClinicalandFUSICcommitments Starting August 2026Integral to the responsibilities of the post are the following requirements: -To support the provision of a first-class clinical service and provide effective middle-grade leadership (ST3 level or above) to the staff working on the unit. To support the clinical decision making of medical and nursing staff on the unit.To lead, in conjunction with the Consultant workforce, the education programme for junior doctors. To undertake all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies.To conduct clinical practice by contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's and Division's services plans. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. 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Details Date posted 08 June 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary Depending on experience £67,325 & £76,582 Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 188-MA20326-D Job locations Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities This postoffers an opportunity to develop research skills with50:50 clinical and research commitments.UHShas an expandingResearch portfolio in Critical Care andPerioperativeMedicine.These postsprovidean opportunityfora Senior Fellowto pursue research projects at alllevelsincluding involvement inongoing studies within the departmentor to pursue personal research interests. The successful candidate can make use of established datasets to explore their ideas.There are also opportunities to become NIHR associate principal investigator for several clinical trials in both critical care and perioperative medicine. The appointee will be expected to support the delivery a high-quality care to all the patients presenting to the department. To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff.To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.To be fully compliant with UHS Trusts mandatory training requirements.To actively participate in the departmental education programme.To work within the framework of team decisions.To show initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility.To be a senior member of the critical care team, providing support on the registrar / airway rota (ST3 level or above). To assess and admit critically ill adult patients to ICU, stabilise them, make a differential diagnosis and formulate an initial clinical plan. This will include initiating ventilation, vasopressors, renal support with advanced airway skills, and practical skills such as the insertion of arterial and central venous lines.To perform daily reviews on ICU patients and present findings to the duty Critical Care Consultant. Organise and interpret further investigations.To review critically unwell patients outside of the Critical care unit as directed by the duty Consultant and critical care outreach team.To support the learning and development of the wider critical care clinical teams. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Proposed interview date: TBCThis vacancy closes on or before 6th July 2026 Job description Job responsibilities This postoffers an opportunity to develop research skills with50:50 clinical and research commitments.UHShas an expandingResearch portfolio in Critical Care andPerioperativeMedicine.These postsprovidean opportunityfora Senior Fellowto pursue research projects at alllevelsincluding involvement inongoing studies within the departmentor to pursue personal research interests. The successful candidate can make use of established datasets to explore their ideas.There are also opportunities to become NIHR associate principal investigator for several clinical trials in both critical care and perioperative medicine. The appointee will be expected to support the delivery a high-quality care to all the patients presenting to the department. To support the clinical decision making of junior medical and nursing staff.To participate in the undergraduate teaching programme.To be fully compliant with UHS Trusts mandatory training requirements.To actively participate in the departmental education programme.To work within the framework of team decisions.To show initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility.To be a senior member of the critical care team, providing support on the registrar / airway rota (ST3 level or above). To assess and admit critically ill adult patients to ICU, stabilise them, make a differential diagnosis and formulate an initial clinical plan. This will include initiating ventilation, vasopressors, renal support with advanced airway skills, and practical skills such as the insertion of arterial and central venous lines.To perform daily reviews on ICU patients and present findings to the duty Critical Care Consultant. Organise and interpret further investigations.To review critically unwell patients outside of the Critical care unit as directed by the duty Consultant and critical care outreach team.To support the learning and development of the wider critical care clinical teams. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that d