Clinical Research Fellow in Uro-Oncology

Job responsibilities

This post is for 40 hours per week to provide support for Uro-Oncology clinics plus bladder and prostate cancer research taking place in the Radiotherapy Related Research Group within the department of Clinical Oncology.

This position is suitable for an enthusiastic and research-motivated applicant with a medical degree, who is pursuing a career in Clinical Oncology and has an interest in gaining further research and clinical trial experience in advanced radiotherapy and Uro-Oncology.

Candidates must hold full General Medical Council (GMC) registration, obtained FRCR Clinical Oncology qualification or equivalent, and have passed the International Academic English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam (if appropriate) at the time of post commencement.

Role PurposeA one-year Fellowship has been created to allow the applicant to gain clinical and research experience in UroOncology. The applicant is expected to spend 50% of their time involved in gaining specialist clinical experience through supporting Uro-Oncology clinics covering all aspects of cancer care. The particular emphasis of the research component of the fellowship will be towards the technological advances in radiotherapy with access to the MR Linac, big data, advanced imaging techniques, radio-isotopes, and both high-dose rate and low dose-rate brachytherapy. There is also the opportunity to gain experience in phase I III trials through two established research clinics.

Supervision will be from world-leading experts in radiotherapy, radiobiology and cancer imaging. The appointed clinical fellow will have the opportunity to develop a mix of core skills and experience supported by researchers within the Radiotherapy Related Research group.

The fellow will attend 3-4 appropriate clinics per week and multidisciplinary meetings. The fellow will also spend time reviewing clinical data, writing abstracts/manuscripts, planning new studies and attending educational meetings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Clinical Research Fellow will have the following opportunities within the Department of Clinical Oncology:

Carry out data capture and data merger of clinical, radiological and pathological-relevant information at the different stages of the project. Investigate different adaptive strategies; feasibility, scope for margin reduction and normal tissue toxicities. Coordinate the input of clinical, radiological and pathological data suitable for appropriate statistical modelling. Work with the clinical and research teams to develop best practice protocols Work with other clinical oncologists, radiologists, radiotherapy planning specialists, physicists, systematic review methodologists, and statisticians to ensure a collaborative working environment. Protocol writing and submission of protocol to ethics and R&D Clinical trial activation Liaison with clinical trials unit (CTU) and industry partners Identification of patients eligible for clinical studies Counselling and obtaining informed consent from patients for study entry Clinical management of patients for trial-related procedures and treatment Collection and recording of clinical data Attendance at follow up research clinic for data collection Liaison with statistician and data analysis Produce, or contribute towards, high impact peer-reviewed publications. Disseminate research findings through presentations at seminars and conferences. Interact with allied research activities.

Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Role PlanningIt is anticipated the post-holder will support up to four clinics per week and spend time in radiotherapy planning. They will be involved in writing abstracts/manuscripts, planning new studies and attending educational meetings.

On call CommitmentsThis role does not require participation in the on-call rota.

Qualifications

Essential

• FRCR or equivalent in Clinical Oncology
• GMC registration

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in medicine, such as the MRCP or equivalent

Research/ Publications

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in research and/or publications

Training

Essential

• General Oncology training

Experience

Essential

• Experience in urologic oncology
• Experience of working in an academic environment
• Ability to work with the MDT team
• Overview of governance, ethics and other regulatory issues (e.g. data transfer agreements)

Desirable

• Familiarity with modern imaging methodologies used in staging patients with urologic oncology
• Understanding of technical radiotherapy and functional imaging
• Track record of significant contribution towards peer-reviewed journal articles
• Track record of successful grant proposals
• Knowledge of cancer research
• Experience with clinical databases

Teaching

Desirable

• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Personal Skills

Essential

• Experience of working independently and within a team environment to achieve timely and valued objectives
• Willingness to forge new collaborations and new ways of working
• Patient friendly
• Professional demeanor
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Must be resilient and well organized
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting workloads
• Confident in ability, but knowing own limitations
• Hardworking, enthusiastic achiever
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivation

Essential

• Developments in oncology practice, particularly related to urologic oncology

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).