The Critical Care Research Group was established in 2004. Our aim then and now remains unchanged. We are committed to understanding the many issues that face critically ill patients by finding new or improved treatments for hard-to-treat diseases. This research aims to increase survival rates and improve the quality of life for patients with life-threatening conditions.

To do this, we need the best people. We are looking for the next generation of medical research professionals whose hard work, integrity and enthusiasm will help us help the patients of tomorrow.

The CCRG Fellowship Programme is the perfect steppingstone to kick-start or progress your medical research career and has been the springboard to many of the most sought after research positions. From leading universities to cutting edge science institutes, CCRG Alumni go on to achieve incredible things.

Interested in joining programme? Please submit your expression of interest here.

We encourage you to read the 2023-24 Research Prospectus and Programme overview before submitting your application.

What we look for:

  • A genuine dedication and commitment to improving treatment outcomes for critically ill patients

  • The ability to withstand the pressures of a dynamic research environment

  • A collaborative nature, interpersonal savvy, and an ability to communicate effectively in a team environment

  • A high-performance personality driven by innovation and results

  • Personal integrity, accountability, and a demonstrated ability to make good decisions

  • Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, planning, and time management

Further questions?
Please connect with one of our Regional Leads for more information

Fellowship Programme Regional Leads

  • ASIA PACIFIC: Dr Nicole White

    Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation
    Queensland University of Technology

  • EUROPE: Dr Indrek Rätsep

    North Estonia Medical Centre Foundation

  • EUROPE: Prof John Laffey

    National University of Ireland

  • EUROPE: Dr Anna-Liisa Sutt

    Critical Care Research Group Alumni

  • UK & NORTH AFRICA: Prof Kathryn Maitland OBE

    Imperial College, London
    KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme, Kenya

  • MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA: Dr Ali Ait Hssain

    Hamad Medical Corporation

  • SE ASIA: Dr Pauline Yeung Ng

    The University of Hong Kong

  • THE AMERICAS: Dr Leticia Helms

    Columbia University Irving Medical Centre

  • NORTH AMERICA: Prof Giles Peek

    University of Florida

  • NORTH AMERICA: A/Prof Eddy Fan

    University Health Network (Mount Sinai), Canada

  • SOUTH AMERICA: Dr Leonardo Salazar

    Fundación Cardiovascular de Colombia

Further information:

  • The CCRG Fellowship is a nonremunerated position. Candidates will be supported in applying for funding through various grants programmes, however it is the responsibility of the Fellow to proactively seek funding to cover costs, including living and relocation costs, as required.

  • Fellowship applications are considered by our Senior Leadership Group on academic merit, in conjunction with the current vacancies and research priorities of the Group.

  • The recruitment process involves an interview with CCRG Director Professor John Fraser. Applicants will then be required to demonstrate writing skills by completing a task suck as a systemic literature review.

  • The minimum term of a CCRG Fellowship is one year, although a two-year term is preferred. During this time the CCRG Fellow will work on the predetermined research project/s as identified during the recruitment process.

  • CCRG Fellowships are expected to have a minimum 40 hours of contact in the CCRG offices/labs at The Prince Charles Hospital per week.