Clinical Research Fellow

THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Protected research time

PhD registration support

Access to advanced imaging

Clinical training

Salary and pension

Job summary

The Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust invite applications for a Clinical Research Fellow in the Computer Assisted Interventional Radiology Group (CAIR). The post develops precision image-guided biopsy methods and includes PhD registration at the ICR.

The fellowship is predominantly research-based with ~1 clinical session weekly, and supports translational research, data analysis, and manuscript preparation; no mandatory on-call.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and licence to practise.
• FRCR Part 1 completed.
• Relevant clinical radiology experience.
• Previous interventional radiology exposure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop precision image-guided biopsy methods and contribute to translational research.
• Engage in research, data analysis and manuscript preparation.
• Collaborate across imaging, interventional radiology and prostate oncology.
• Present findings at internal and external forums and contribute to PhD work.

Skills

Clinical radiology experience

Image-guided intervention

Research experience

Education

FRCR Part 1

Job description

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in the Computer Assisted Interventional Radiology Group (CAIR) at The Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust to contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of the next generation of treatments, technologies and methodology into clinical care.

This three-year, ICR-employed Clinical Research Fellowship offers the opportunity to develop precision image-guided biopsy methods and undertake a PhD at the Institute of Cancer Research.

The post is linked to the PCF Tactical Award and the STAMPEDE2 translational programme. The research will investigate how multimodal imaging can guide the selection and accurate sampling of biologically informative tumour regions, with the aim of improving the molecular adequacy of biopsy material.

The programme will combine technical and phantom validation, retrospective imaging–biopsy analysis and prospective clinical evaluation within approved studies. STAMPEDE2 targeted biopsy of residual disease will be a major clinical application. Whole-body MRI, image fusion, advanced CT imaging and robotic guidance will provide opportunities for methodological development and training.

The fellowship will be predominantly research based, with approximately one clinical session each week involving image-guided biopsy, ablation and relevant STAMPEDE2 procedures. There is no mandatory on-call commitment. The successful applicant will be supported to apply for PhD registration at the ICR and will gain experience in translational research, data analysis, scientific presentation and manuscript preparation.

The post would suit a clinical radiology trainee at approximately ST3 level, or equivalent, with an interest in image-guided intervention and clinical research.

To be considered, applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council and a licence to practise.
• Successful completion of FRCR Part 1.
• Relevant clinical radiology experience, as detailed in the person specification.

Previous interventional radiology exposure is desirable. Prior experience of bone biopsy, robotic guidance or multimodal image fusion is not required.

Department/Directorate Information

The post sits within the Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging and involves work across ICR and Royal Marsden sites in Chelsea and Sutton. The fellow will work with Ed Johnston, Matthew Blackledge and colleagues in imaging, interventional radiology and prostate oncology, contributing to a multidisciplinary programme of biologically informed precision biopsy.

What we offer

• Protected research time and support for ICR PhD registration.
• A collaborative clinical and scientific research environment.
• Access to advanced imaging and interventional technologies.
• Opportunities for clinical training, professional development and scientific publication.
• A clinical salary and pension.

We encourage applicants to read the attached job pack for the full job description and person specification.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ed Johnston at [e-mail].