Job summary
The Clinical Research Fellow in Haemato-Oncology Cellular Therapy at The Royal Marsden will undertake a One-year fixed-term role focused on both clinical and translational research in cellular therapies for haematological malignancies. Based across the Chelsea and Sutton sites, the fellow will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support clinical trials, manage patient care, and contribute to cutting-edge research, including CAR-T therapies. They will also pursue an MD (Res) degree through the Institute of Cancer Research, with opportunities for publication, presentation at conferences, and hands-on experience in trial management, data analysis, and regulatory processes.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Research Fellow will engage in a combination of clinical and translational research within the Haemato-Oncology Unit, focusing on cellular therapies for haematological malignancies. The fellow will undertake an MD (Res) degree in cellular therapy in partnership with the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR). This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, develop expertise in managing patients undergoing cellular therapy, and gain hands-on experience with CAR-T therapies and other advanced treatments.
About us
The Royal Marsden is recognised worldwide for the quality of its cancer services. The Trust's strategic aim is to achieve excellence in cancer treatment and diagnosis, through partnership and collaboration.
As a leading Cancer Centre, the Trust has close working relationships with many Cancer Units and other Cancer Centres. Predominantly the Trust's workload is from within the South West and West London Cancer Networks but the Trust is unique in having a high out-of-area referral rate for rare cancers, recurrent disease and clinical trials.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the Clinical Research Fellow include conducting a translational research project on cellular therapy in haematological malignancies, supporting the management of clinical trials, and providing care for patients undergoing CAR-T and other cellular therapies. The fellow will be involved in trial design, data collection, and statistical analysis, as well as working with trial teams to ensure regulatory compliance. Clinical duties include patient assessment, treatment consent, and managing treatment-related toxicities. Additionally, the role includes contributing to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and providing training for junior doctors on cellular therapy.
For Detailed Job description and main responsibilities please find the attached JD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the Clinical Research Fellow include conducting a translational research project on cellular therapy in haematological malignancies, supporting the management of clinical trials, and providing care for patients undergoing CAR-T and other cellular therapies. The fellow will be involved in trial design, data collection, and statistical analysis, as well as working with trial teams to ensure regulatory compliance. Clinical duties include patient assessment, treatment consent, and managing treatment-related toxicities. Additionally, the role includes contributing to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and providing training for junior doctors on cellular therapy.
For Detailed Job description and main responsibilities please find the attached JD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application
- MRCP and FRCPath Part 1 (Haematology)/Equivalent Qualification
Desirable
- FRCPath (Haematology) Part 2
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Core Medical Training or equivalent
- Completed at least 2 years of specialist training in Haematology or Oncology including participation in on call rota.
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in HSCT
- Clinical Trials Experience
- Presentations/Publications
- Training in teaching clinical skills
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Experience of diagnosis and management of haematological malignancies
- Good Interpersonal Skills and ability to work in team
- Well organised and good time management
- Good communication skills with patients, families and staff
- Clear and accurate record keeping
Desirable
- Ability to undertake research projects and Audit
- Basic Knowledge of Statistics
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft word, excel and office.
- Ability to collect and interpret data.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Able to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reliable work record
- Ability to conduct research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application
- MRCP and FRCPath Part 1 (Haematology)/Equivalent Qualification
Desirable
- FRCPath (Haematology) Part 2
Experience
Essential
- Completion of Core Medical Training or equivalent
- Completed at least 2 years of specialist training in Haematology or Oncology including participation in on call rota.
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in HSCT
- Clinical Trials Experience
- Presentations/Publications
- Training in teaching clinical skills
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Experience of diagnosis and management of haematological malignancies
- Good Interpersonal Skills and ability to work in team
- Well organised and good time management
- Good communication skills with patients, families and staff
- Clear and accurate record keeping
Desirable
- Ability to undertake research projects and Audit
- Basic Knowledge of Statistics
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft word, excel and office.
- Ability to collect and interpret data.
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Able to work as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Reliable work record
- Ability to conduct research
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).
