Clinical Research Fellow in Ovarian Cancer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow specializing in Ovarian Cancer. This fixed-term position offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge clinical trials and research at a prestigious cancer center. The role includes managing patient care, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and contributing to the development of clinical management guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a registrable medical degree, relevant training, and a passion for oncology research. Join a supportive environment where your contributions can lead to significant advancements in cancer treatment and patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a registrable medical degree and have 3 years post-registration training.
• Oncology experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage outpatients and participate in clinical trials at BWOSCC.
• Conduct a substantial research project aiming for publication.

Skills

Clinical Trials Management

Patient Assessment

Oncology Knowledge

Research Project Management

Education

Registrable Medical Degree

MRCP (UK/I)

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Clinical Research Fellow in Ovarian Cancer, Glasgow

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NHS Scotland

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

This is a fixed-term post for 12 months.

Post: OVARIAN CLINICAL TRIALS fellow in oncology

Base: Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre

This Ovarian Cancer Research Fellowship has been developed to provide training in clinical trials and support research activities at Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre (BWOSCC).

The post will involve assessment and management of outpatients attending specialist ovarian cancer and clinical research unit clinics at BWOSCC. It will also involve input into care of ward patients and presentation of patients at the regional MDT. The candidate will be expected to become fully familiar with the management of ovarian cancer. Furthermore, we would expect the post holder to contribute to the incorporation of new data from published clinical trials into the existing clinical management guidelines.

Critically, the candidate will be required to become familiar with all proposed and current clinical trials available for patients with Ovarian cancers. They will have the opportunity to participate in study set up activities. They will identify potential patients seen at clinic or MDT for clinical trials at WOSCC. They will be named as a sub-investigator for clinical trials which will involve consenting, recruiting and assessing clinical trial patients.

The post holder will be expected to undertake a minimum of one substantial research project with a view to achieving at least one publication.

Candidates must hold a registrable medical degree and have a minimum of 3 years post-registration general professional training (at least 12 months of which should include acute medical receiving). Candidates must have passed all parts of MRCP (UK/I). It is not an essential requirement to have passed PACES at interview, but it is essential in order to take up the post. Oncology experience is desirable though not essential.

This post holds educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean. If appointed as a Clinical Fellow, this post will not be recognised for Training.

This post may be eligible for Tier 2 General Sponsorship.

For more information, please contact: Patricia Roxburgh, 0141 301 7118, [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

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