About this role
Job summary
A one year fellowship has been created to allow the successful candidate to gain clinical and research experience in Uro-Oncology. The particular emphasis of this fellowship will be towards the technological advances in Radiation Oncology. The fellowship will allow you to gain in depth experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques such as intensity modulated radiotherapy, advanced image-guided radiotherapy using the MR-Linac and brachytherapy. There will also be the opportunity to gain experience in phase I-III systemic therapy trials and pursue original research projects.
This is your opportunity to launch a career in world-leading cancer research. You will play your part in our overall strategy to drive the adoption of more personalised treatment approaches. We are looking for candidates with ambition, commitment and a strong desire to develop a career in cancer research.
Main duties of the job
This position is suitable for individuals who wish to gain specialist training in advanced radiotherapy research. The post holder is required to have obtained a FRCR qualification or equivalent prior to commencing this post.
This post is for 40 hours per week to provide support for Uro-Oncology clinics plus bladder and prostate cancer research taking place in the Radiotherapy Related Research Group within the department of Clinical Oncology.
About us
The postholder will contribute to the delivery of high quality consultant led care across 7 days. This includes participation in planned weekend and weekday clinical activity to support safe, timely decision making and continuity of care for patients.
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description Job responsibilities
The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to and will provide senior input to patient care.
The Clinical Research Fellow will have the following opportunities within the Department of Clinical Oncology:
Carry out data capture and data merger of clinical, radiological and pathological-relevant information at the different stages of the project. Investigate different adaptive strategies; feasibility, scope for margin reduction and normal tissue toxicities. Coordinate the input of clinical, radiological and pathological data suitable for appropriate statistical modelling. Work with the clinical and research teams to develop best practice protocols Work with other clinical oncologists, radiologists, radiotherapy planning specialists, physicists, systematic review methodologists, and statisticians to ensure a collaborative working environment. Protocol writing and submission of protocol to ethics and R&D Clinical trial activation Liaison with clinical trials unit (CTU) and industry partners Identification of patients eligible for clinical studies Counselling and obtaining informed consent from patients for study entry Clinical management of patients for trial-related procedures and treatment Collection and recording of clinical data Attendance at follow up research clinic for data collection Liaison with statistician and data analysis Produce, or contribute towards, high impact peer-reviewed publications. Disseminate research findings through presentations at seminars and conferences. Interact with allied research activities.
Continuing Professional DevelopmentThe Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
Role PlanningWeekend working will consist of clinical activities that are scheduled in advance and reviewed where required as work schedules are reviewed, taking account of service needs.
It is anticipated the post-holder will support up to four clinics per week, spend time in radiotherapy planning and participate in educational activities. They will be involved in writing abstracts/manuscripts, planning new studies and attending educational meetings.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
MR Linac
CPD
- Adaptive Radiotherapy lab meeting
CPD
- Urology MDT research meeting
- Translational Radiobiology lab meeting
Trials Clinic
Outpatient clinic
PM
MR Linac
Admin/WR
CPD
- Metastatic case discussion
- RTQA
MDT
Planning
On call CommitmentsThis role does not require participation in the on-call rota.
Person Specification
Attainments Essential
FRCR or equivalent in Clinical Oncology GMC registration Research awareness General Oncology training
Desirable
Postgraduate qualifications in medicine, such as the MRCP or equivalent. Evidence of participation in research and/or publications
Experience Essential
Experience in urologic oncology Experience of working in an academic environment Ability to work with the MDT team Overview of governance, ethics and other regulatory issues (e.g. data transfer agreements) Familiarity with modern imaging methodologies used in staging patients with urologic oncology Understanding of technical radiotherapy and functional imaging Experience in Oncology at a Senior level Understands the principles of audit Ability and willingness to work in multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
Track record of significant contribution towards peer-reviewed journal articles Track record of successful grant proposals Knowledge of cancer research Experience with clinical databases Evidence in participating in audits Skills in time/resource management Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Personal Skills Essential
Experience of working independently and within a team environment to achieve timely and valued objectives Willingness to forge new collaborations and new ways of working Patient friendly Professional demeanor Willingness to learn new skills Must be resilient and well organized Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting workloads Confident in ability, but knowing own limitations Hardworking, enthusiastic achiever Excellent written and oral communication skills Developments in oncology practice, particularly related to urologic oncology
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).
Employer details Employer name The Christie NHS FT
Address Research & Development - A00181
Manchester
M20 4BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.christie.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)