Job summary
The Haematological Cancer Service at UHW is the largest in Wales and one of the busiest in the UK. It provides a secondary Haematology service to the population of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan (around 500,000 people) and a regional (tertiary) service to the population of South and West Wales for haematopoietic stem cell transplantation and treatment of acute leukaemia and complex lymphoma. It is the only level 4 Haematology unit in Wales. The clinical service is supported by highly sophisticated diagnostics within the Directorate of Laboratory Medicine.
Main duties of the job
Co-funded by Cardiff & Vale University Health Board and Wales Cancer Research Centre (WCRC), this Clinical Research Fellowship will be focussed on translational research in haematological malignancies and providing clinical cover of clinical trials research activities within Cardiff & Vale UHB Department of Haematology and the Cardiff Cancer Research Partnership (CCRP).
The post holder will be supported to undertake a higher research degree (MD) and the fellowship provides opportunity for the trainee clinician to undertake a dedicated period of research during their training, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and links to become a future cancer research leader.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the attachments section on this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed Job Description and Person Specification can be found in the attachments section on this advert.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Current GMC certificate with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate
- Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Clinical experience in haematology at speciality registrar level
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and Interests relevant to speciality
- Teaching Experience
Desirable
ATTITUDE, APTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
- Ability to work as part of a team
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Evidence to work both alone and in a team
- Motivated and Efficient
- Committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract
- Satisfactory Health Clearance
- Satisfactory DBS Clearance
Desirable
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Current GMC certificate with a licence to practise
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate
- Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Clinical experience in haematology at speciality registrar level
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and Interests relevant to speciality
- Teaching Experience
Desirable
ATTITUDE, APTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
- Ability to work as part of a team
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- Evidence to work both alone and in a team
- Motivated and Efficient
- Committed to working as part of a multidisciplinary team
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract
- Satisfactory Health Clearance
- Satisfactory DBS Clearance
Desirable
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).
