Characterisation of COVID patients that go on to develop long COVID symptoms; defining long COVID symptoms, and categorisation of their medical care pre-, peri- and post- COVID, with an emphasis on the theory for long COVID symptoms

Working with the respiratory team at Croydon NHS Trust, the project aims to explore the characteristics of COVID patients, using clinical databases to define the features of the COVID patient who goes on to develop long COVID symptoms. The treatment utilised for these patients would be reviewed and new interventions designed and tested to see if a pattern of ‘best care’ could be developed for supporting the care of long COVID sufferers.

The aim of this research is thus to evaluate the physiological aspects of long COVID, in terms of risk factors, symptomology and current assessment and management strategies in order to optimise it

The project will mostly apply qualitative and quantitative analysis methodology.

For further details and to discuss a prospective application, please contact:  Prof Reem Kayyali [Email Address Removed]

Eligibility: Upper Second Honours or First Class degree in healthcare e.g. pharmacy, nursing or physiotherapy or a related discipline; a Masters degree in these subjects would be of advantage. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate good communication skills and ability to analyse clinical data sets – IT skills and use of social research methodologies would be an advantage.

English Language: If you are not from an English-speaking country, or have not studied at a British university before, you will need to show proof of internet-based academic IELTS 6.5 overall (or equivalent qualification). For IELTS, you need a minimum score 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all 3 other elements. Please see these pages for further information http://www.kingston.ac.uk/international/studying-at-kingston/language-requirements/

Expected start date:  late March 2022; Duration: 3 years full-time 

How to apply: request an application form from [Email Address Removed]