Clinical Research Fellow - Gynaecological Cancer Research

Royal Marsden; London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Marsden is seeking a Clinical Research Doctor specializing in Gynaecological Cancer research. This one-year fellowship involves collaboration with key researchers and focuses on clinical and translational research, offering excellent infrastructure and support for professional development. Ideal for oncology trainees, this role plays a vital part in developing impactful cancer treatments.

Benefits

Access to research infrastructure

Professional development support

Mentorship from experienced researchers

Qualifications

• Eligible for full GMC registration.
• MRCP or equivalent required.
• Trainee experience in medical oncology is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical and translational research focused on Gynaecology cancers.
• Collaborate with ICR laboratories and clinician scientists.
• Participate in clinical trials and maintain research standards.

Skills

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Clinical trials experience

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCP or equivalent

Trainee in medical oncology

Job description

Clinical Research Doctor - Gynaecological Cancer Research

StR/SpR

Main area Clinical Research Grade StR/SpR Contract Fixed term: 12 months (12 Months FTC) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 282-CR081-MED-B

Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Chelsea Site Town Chelsea Salary £49,909 - £61,825 Per Annum, Pro Rata if Part Time Salary period Yearly Closing 19/06/2025 23:59

Job overview

This one-year Clinical Fellowship in Medical Oncology focuses on clinical and translational research in Gynaecology cancers. Based at the Royal Marsden Gynaecology unit, the fellow will collaborate with ICR laboratories and clinician scientists, with strong peer support from the clinical research team. The role includes access to excellent research infrastructure, including trial coordinators, data managers, and research nurses. The fellowship is ideal for oncology trainees or post-trainees seeking to advance their careers in academic clinical trial development and translational research, with support for professional development and mentorship from experienced researchers.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job:

• Conduct clinical and translational research focused on Gynaecology cancers, contributing to ongoing projects within the Gynaecology unit.
• Collaborate with ICR laboratories and clinician scientists to enhance research output and academic connections.
• Participate in clinical trials, data collection, and analysis, ensuring high standards of research methodology.
• Contribute to the development and publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research outcomes at national and international conferences.
• Work closely with the research team, including trial coordinators, data managers, and research nurses, to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Engage in regular training and professional development through ICR's research skills programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Support the recruitment and management of patients in clinical research studies.
• Contribute to the overall development of clinical research within the Gynaecology unit and the wider oncology community.
• Maintain compliance with ethical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practice standards in all aspects of clinical research

Working for our organisation

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 3,900 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed description of this role and its main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.

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Job title - Operational Manager Gynae Research Unit

Person specification

Qualifications

• Eligible for full GMC registration.
• MRCP or equivalent
• Trainee experience in medical oncology

Experience

• Management of cancer patients including chemotherapy.
• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Ability and willingness to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Previous experience of clinical trials and management of patients on clinical trials

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to participate actively in clinical research and collaborate in translational research

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.