Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Early Phase Clinical Trials at the Drug Development Unit at the Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. The Drug Development Unit, a designated Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, is widely regarded as the worldwide leader in phase I clinical trials. We have our own dedicated in-patient and daycare (and some outpatient facilities) unit, Oak Ward, within the Royal Marsden.
Main duties of the job
This post is an excellent opportunity to be centrally involved in the delivery of care to patients involved in clinical trials of experimental anti-cancer drugs and other clinical research performed in patients with advanced cancer. In addition, the applicant will gain clinical experience in a wide range of adult malignancies, as well as participate in trial preparation and manuscript writing.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 3,900 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria: full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP, and some experience of the management of patients with oncological malignancies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria: full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP, and some experience of the management of patients with oncological malignancies.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree and evidence of suitability for higher medical training. Broad knowledge of general internal medicine with MRCP or equivalent and experience in the treatment of cancer patients.
- Eligible for full GMC registration.
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of medical oncology including knowledge concerning standard chemotherapy regimens, the drugs and their side effects.
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience of management of patients with full range of cancer types (internal referrals)
Desirable
- Experience in clinical trials in cancer chemotherapy, including some aspects of early drug development
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in the management of acute medical emergencies and, practical interventions e.g. chest and ascitic drains, central lines etc. Experience in general oncology management including treatment of oncological emergencies and cancer chemotherapy.
Desirable
- It would be helpful for the applicant to have some experience and knowledge of cancer clinical trial methodology including the conduct of early trials.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree and evidence of suitability for higher medical training. Broad knowledge of general internal medicine with MRCP or equivalent and experience in the treatment of cancer patients.
- Eligible for full GMC registration.
Desirable
- Broad knowledge of medical oncology including knowledge concerning standard chemotherapy regimens, the drugs and their side effects.
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience of management of patients with full range of cancer types (internal referrals)
Desirable
- Experience in clinical trials in cancer chemotherapy, including some aspects of early drug development
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in the management of acute medical emergencies and, practical interventions e.g. chest and ascitic drains, central lines etc. Experience in general oncology management including treatment of oncological emergencies and cancer chemotherapy.
Desirable
- It would be helpful for the applicant to have some experience and knowledge of cancer clinical trial methodology including the conduct of early trials.
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.
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.
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).
