Senior Clinical Researcher in Experimental Cancer Therapeutics

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Oxford is seeking a Senior Clinical Researcher in Experimental Cancer Therapeutics. The role involves leading research trials in collaboration with world-leading clinicians. Candidates must hold a PhD/DPhil or MD in a relevant field, with experience in early phase cancer trials and a strong emphasis on translational research. This full-time position offers an exceptional opportunity within a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in early phase cancer trials.
• Strong track record of translational research.
• Experience in teaching undergraduates and trainees.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute early phase clinical trials.
• Lead a programme of research trials and clinical activity.
• Participate in clinical governance activities.

Skills

Leadership in clinical trials

Patient management

Protocol compliance

Translational research

Teaching and training

Education

PhD/DPhil or MD in relevant field

Full and specialist registration with General Medical Council

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Senior Clinical Researcher in Experimental Cancer Therapeutics, Oxford

Client: University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking

a highly motivated and ambitious Senior Clinical Researcher in Experimental Cancer Therapeutics to join The Early Phase Clinical Trials Unit at the University of Oxford. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a programme of research trials and clinical cancer activity for the Department of Oncology and Oxford Cancer.

Our research focuses on testing novel therapies, on a bespoke 15-bedded ward incorporating a sample handling laboratory. You will work under the direction of our Principal Investigators, who are world-leading clinicians and clinician scientists, along with a team of research nurses and clinical fellows. You will work across a broad portfolio of studies, providing expertise in patient management and protocol compliance.

You will be responsible for developing, leading, and executing early phase clinical trials and translational research, in collaboration with senior research staff from the Department of Oncology and the NHS. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, dynamic medical oncologist with an established interest in early drug development.

You will collaborate with teams within the translational research groups of the Department of Oncology and CRUK Oxford Cancer Centre, particularly the Translational Histopathology Laboratory, Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, and the Oxford Molecular Diagnostics Centre.

You will participate in all clinical governance activities, including clinical audit, clinical effectiveness, risk management, and quality improvement activities as required by Oxford University Hospitals Foundation Trust, the University of Oxford, and external accrediting bodies.

An honorary contract with the Oxford University Hospitals Foundation Trust will be required for the successful candidate. This is a full-time post (40 hours per week), fixed-term for three years in the first instance.

About you

You will hold a PhD/DPhil (or MD) in a relevant field and full and specialist registration (and a license to practice) with the General Medical Council or will be eligible for registration within 6 months of interview. You must also hold (or be within 6 months of award) of a CCT (or equivalent) by the date of interview.

Your expertise will include experience working within early phase cancer trials, as well as experience of teaching and training students. You will have a track record of translational research. Specific expertise in early phase cancer trial design and development and experience of teaching undergraduates and trainees would be advantageous.

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