Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Oncology

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare institution in London is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Oncology. The role involves conducting phase I/II trials and supporting research in pediatric drug development. Ideal candidates have experience in pediatric haematology/oncology and research. The position offers competitive salary and the possibility of extending the contract. Join a dedicated team at a prestigious hospital.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-registration pediatric experience.
• At least 1 year's experience in subspecialty pediatric haematology/oncology.
• Demonstrable research experience including early phase trials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phase I/II trials for testing new drugs.
• Support translational research projects.
• Supervise junior medical staff.

Skills

Management of sick children and pediatric emergencies

Communication with children and families

Teamwork

Time management

Clinical governance understanding

Education

MRCPCH or equivalent

Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Go back Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Oncology

The closing date is 06 August 2025

THREE POSTs Available (ST4 EQUIVALENT OR ABOVE)

12 months fixed term (possibility to extend)

These posts will play a key role in the Experimental Cancer Therapeutics program, which aims to improve the efficiency of introducing novel targeted agents into treatment of children with cancer. The drug development & translational research fellows will be part of a team of doctors, research nurses and data managers and will be based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. These 12-month Clinical Research Fellow posts are particularly suited for a paediatric trained doctor (ST4 or equivalent) who has Paediatric Oncology experience (at least 1 year) and completed MRCPCH (or equivalent international paediatric training). The primary remit of the post holder will be responsibility for phase I/II trials for the testing of new drugs, particularly the new generation of biologically targeted drugs including biotherapeutics as part of our brain and solid tumour CAR-T cell programme. The fellows will support translational research projects such as advanced sample and biomarker development from the clinical coordination aspect.

Main duties of the job

These posts (up to 3 fellows) will play a major role in supporting translational research and Drug Development in Paediatric at Great Ormond Street Hospital. These positions will contribute to delivering our Experimental Cancer Therapeutics programme, which aims to improve the efficiency of introducing novel targeted agents (including biological therapies) into children with cancer. GOSH/UCL have established a team of doctors, research nurses and data managers to conduct translational and clinical research. These posts will provide a comprehensive training in paediatric cancer drug development and are particularly suitable for a doctor who has completed at least 1 year of specialist training in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.

The primary remit of the post holder will be responsibility for phase I/II trials for the testing of new drugs, particularly the new generation of biologically targeted drugs including biotherapeutics as part of our brain and solid tumour CAR-T cell programme. The fellows will support translational research projects such as advanced sample and biomarker development from the clinical coordination aspect.

About us

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person Specification

Other requirements

• Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
• Openness- shares information and good practice appropriately
• Mutual respect - treat others with courtesy and respect at all times
• Commitment to own continued professional development and that of others
• Commitment to the provision of a quality service
• Flexible in hours of work in regard to the needs to the team

GOSH Culture and Values

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always one team
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Appropriate GMC registration by the designated start date
• MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
• PALS/APLS
• Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent

Experience/Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years post-registration paediatric experience
• At least 1 years' experience in subspecialty paediatric haematology/oncology by time of start of fellow post
• Experience in teaching
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
• Awareness of own limitations, consulting senior colleagues appropriately
• Understanding of the principals of clinical governance
• Understanding of principals of patient confidentiality and data protection
• 6 months experience in PICU
• Demonstrable research experience including early phase trials

Skills/Abilities

• Confident in the management of sick children and paediatric emergencies
• Ability to communicate well with children and their families and with professional colleagues (written and verbal communications)
• Ability to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Medical management - able to supervise junior medical staff
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to prioritise clinical needs
• Ability to manage their time and workload
• Familiarity and use of IT skills
• Demonstrate involvement in a Clinical Audit Project
• Ability to teach nursing and medical staff

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.

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

£61,825 to £70,425 a yearpro rata, per annum