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Clinical Research Fellow (Oncology)

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol
3 weeks ago
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Job Summary

Do you want to gain clinical experience in urological and breast cancers? Are you interested in clinical trials? Are you looking to work in a thriving city centre Trust?

Job Summary

Do you want to gain clinical experience in urological and breast cancers? Are you interested in clinical trials? Are you looking to work in a thriving city centre Trust?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) for a Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology. The postholder will gain comprehensive experience in the management of breast and urological cancers including systemic therapies in a large regional oncology centre. They will also be exposed to the experience of running Investigator-led studies (ILS) including multi-centre studies across the UK.

Clinical Oncology applicants will have the opportunity to train in brachytherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy and use of radio-isotopes. There will also be the opportunity for individual research.

This post is suitable for those training in oncology who want to take an out of programme experience (OOPE). This position is for up to 2 years and is full time.

Main duties of the job

This Post Is Ideally Suitable For Trainees In Medical/Clinical Oncology Who Wish To Incorporate a Formal Research Aspect In Their Oncological Specialisation. The Post Is Suitable For Applicants Who Are Aspiring To Join The Clinical/ Medical Oncology Training Programme ST1-ST5 Level Or Post CCT Candidates. The Responsibilities Of The Post Will Be Tailored Accordingly. The Post Will Give The Opportunity To Gain Valuable Experience In Clinical Work As Well As Exposure To Oncology Clinical Trials. The Post Holder Will:

  • Undertake Urological and Breast Cancer clinical management with regular weekly clinics
  • Assessment of patients who attend as outpatients for radiotherapy and SACT providing cover for incidental medical problems between clinical reviews
  • Provide inpatient supervision as required including helping on the BHOC Acute Care (acute oncology) assessment unit.
  • Attend Urology Complex Case Meeting.
  • Assist in the recruitment and supervision of patients in clinical trials
  • Gain exposure to radiotherapy including planning and brachytherapy

About Us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

13 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£49,909 to £61,825 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-SPS6139-DH

Job locations

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of this postion.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of this postion.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • At least 24 months experience in Oncology
  • At least 12 months Experience working in the NHS

Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Understanding of ICH-GCP
  • Experience in management of breast and/or urological cancers

Essential

Skills and Abilities

  • Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
  • Able to undertake and to delegate responsibility.
  • Ability to cope with stress
  • Good communication skills - evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
  • Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team both in a clinical and research context
  • Attention to detail

Desirable

  • Knowledge of principles of Audit

Essential

Qualifications and Training

  • Registration With GMC or Eligibility for Registration with GMC
  • MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

  • ICH-GCP Training
  • Research Training
  • Experience in clinical audit

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

  • An interest in clinical research

Desirable

  • Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • An interest in clinical research

Desirable

  • Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre

Bristol

BS2 8BJ

Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employment type

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Job function

  • Job functionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology
  • IndustriesEducation

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