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Specialised Foundation Programme

Specialised Foundation programmes for doctors are managed by the North West Thames Foundation School in partnership with Imperial College London and Health Education North West London.

NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow (ACF)

NIHR ACF's are specialty training posts that incorporate research in academic medicine alongside requirements in clinical training.

Clinical Research Training Fellow (CRTF)

CRTF schemes help support clinically active doctors in undertaking a full-time higher research degree.

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Other senior Clinical Academic opportunities

NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturers (CL)

A programme for medical trainees who possess a higher degree and have a commitment to an academic career.

About the Integrated Academic Training Pathway

About the Integrated Academic Training Pathway

Information on the integrated clinical academic training pathway and how it is structured.

Information for new starters

Information and help for new starters

Things to know and suggestions on maximising your full potential during clinical academic training at Imperial College London.

Useful links

Contact us

The CATO Team and Radiographers Incubator work on a Hybrid model, combining days in the office with days working from home – the best way to reach us is by email.

cato@imperial.ac.uk
radresearch@imperial.ac.uk

+44 (0)20 3313 7397

Shortlisted for the 2024 AHP Research Impact Award

Congratulations Professor Caroline Alexander!
This award focuses on the contribution made by AHPs in developing, leading or supporting research.

2025 Research Fellowships Launch

Imperial Health Charity & NIHR BRC funded Fellowships
Visit the IHC website for further details and guidance documents. Closing date: 6 February 2025

International Medical Graduate opportunities

GMC Sponsorship
For well-qualified and highly recommended doctors
Faculty of Medicine