About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Core in Gynaecological Oncology at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to commence as soon as possible for 12 months.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Physician with Oncology experience wishing to gain an in-depth knowledge of Gynae Medical Oncology and clinical trials. Extensive experience will be gained in trial design and the management of phase I to IV clinical trials, and in the facilitation of translational research at the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute. We run a diverse trials portfolio spanning the entire range of systemic treatment options (cytotoxic chemotherapy, targeted, biological and immunotherapy agents and viral based cancer therapies).
Main duties of the job
The post is set up to support both research and clinical duties. In order to maintain clinical experience, post-holder will be expected to attend outpatient clinics, sub-specialty meetings and ward rounds as well as support delivery of care to patients receiving treatment in clinical trials.
This post is suitable for residents before specialist Oncology training who has documented clinical experience with oncology. This post may be suitable for those wishing to undertake an "F3" role. In order to be considered applicants must have completed a minimum of 12 months of clinical oncology experience in the NHS and GCP training.
Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.
About us
The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Job description Job responsibilities
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has an international reputation for high quality patient care, education and research. It plays a key role in in the Anglian region Cancer Research Network, and partners with CRUK-CI and University of Cambridge.
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
Informal enquiries about this post should be addressed to:
Ms Paola Barbieri, Medical Secretary ([email protected]) supporting Dr Christine Parkinson and Dr Joo Ern Ang, Department of Medical Oncology.
Person Specification
Shortlistable Essential
GMC Licence to Practice at point of application 12 months NHS service on application Minimum of 12 months NHS experience in Acute Oncology Service Completion of Foundation Competencies (Core CF) Previous experience of Clinical Trials with up-to-date GCP certification Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures
Desirable
Presentations/Publications Evidence of participation in clinical or translational research/ regulated (GCP) environment Statistical and programming skills
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 Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Addenbrooke's Hospital
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)