Clinical Fellow in Haematology Early Phase Clinical Trials

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust is inviting applications for a Clinical Fellow in Haematology Early Phase Clinical Trials. This role focuses on providing comprehensive specialist training, including protocol development and regulatory procedures. Candidates must have membership of the Royal College of Physicians and competency in prescribing chemotherapy. A supportive work environment is emphasized, alongside competitive salary and no on-call commitments.

Qualifications

• Competency in prescribing chemotherapy is essential.
• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent.
• Completed core medical training or equivalent is required.
• Experience in early phase clinical trials is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Specialist training in haematology or oncology.
• Prescribe chemotherapy and supervise clinical trial work.

Skills

Competency in prescribing chemotherapy

Experience in haematology

Good interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Ability to work effectively in a team

Education

Membership of the Royal College of Physicians

GMC Registration

Completed core medical training

Advanced Life Support

Job description

Overview

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Clinical Fellow (ST3+) in Haematology Early Phase Clinical Trials. Applications are invited from February 2026. The closing date is 29 September 2025. The aim of this position is to offer comprehensive specialist training in all aspects of running early phase haematology clinical trials, including protocol development, regulatory procedures, translational research projects and presentation of research at meetings.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College Hospital Grafton Way Building, Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, and University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street. UCLH is committed to sustainability and has pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, with targets for direct and indirect emissions reductions.

Job responsibilities

Specialist training in haematology or oncology with competency in prescribing chemotherapy. Experience in clinical trial work is desirable. For the full Person Specification and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff. UCLH was recognised in staff surveys for excellence in the workplace and a supportive environment. For more information about working at UCLH, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent
• GMC Registration: NB: Non-UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register by date of appointment having completed both PLAB1 & 2
• Completed core medical training or equivalent
• Competency in prescribing chemotherapy
• Experience in haematology
• Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegate responsibility as appropriate and supervise staff
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively in a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and on own initiative
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Understanding of research methodology
• Member of Medical Defence organisation
• Advanced Life Support
• Undergoing or completed higher specialist training in Haematology or equivalent (e.g., oncology)
• Experience in early phase clinical trials
• Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Experience of laboratory research
• Knowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in NHS organisation and management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Salary: £73,992 per annum + London weighting (no on-call commitments)