The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Registrar Doctor in Drug Development Unit

The closing date is 12 June 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Early Phase Clinical Trials at the Drug Development Unit at the Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. The Drug Development Unit, a designated Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, is widely regarded as the worldwide leader in phase I clinical trials. We have our own dedicated in-patient and daycare (and some outpatient facilities) unit, Oak Ward, within the Royal Marsden.

Main duties of the job

This post is an excellent opportunity to be centrally involved in the delivery of care to patients involved in clinical trials of experimental anti-cancer drugs and other clinical research performed in patients with advanced cancer. In addition, the applicant will gain clinical experience in a wide range of adult malignancies, as well as participate in trial preparation and manuscript writing.

To be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria: full registration with the General Medical Council, MRCP, and some experience of the management of patients with oncological malignancies.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted

29 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-CR530-MED

Job locations

The Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree and evidence of suitability for higher medical training. Broad knowledge of general internal medicine with MRCP or equivalent and experience in the treatment of cancer patients.
  • Eligible for full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Broad knowledge of medical oncology including knowledge concerning standard chemotherapy regimens, the drugs and their side effects.

Experience

Essential

  • Broad experience of management of patients with full range of cancer types (internal referrals)

Desirable

  • Experience in clinical trials in cancer chemotherapy, including some aspects of early drug development

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in the management of acute medical emergencies and, practical interventions e.g. chest and ascitic drains, central lines etc. Experience in general oncology management including treatment of oncological emergencies and cancer chemotherapy.

Desirable

  • It would be helpful for the applicant to have some experience and knowledge of cancer clinical trial methodology including the conduct of early trials.
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • Basic medical degree and evidence of suitability for higher medical training. Broad knowledge of general internal medicine with MRCP or equivalent and experience in the treatment of cancer patients.
  • Eligible for full GMC registration

Desirable

  • Broad knowledge of medical oncology including knowledge concerning standard chemotherapy regimens, the drugs and their side effects.

Experience

Essential

  • Broad experience of management of patients with full range of cancer types (internal referrals)

Desirable

  • Experience in clinical trials in cancer chemotherapy, including some aspects of early drug development

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience in the management of acute medical emergencies and, practical interventions e.g. chest and ascitic drains, central lines etc. Experience in general oncology management including treatment of oncological emergencies and cancer chemotherapy.

Desirable

  • It would be helpful for the applicant to have some experience and knowledge of cancer clinical trial methodology including the conduct of early trials.

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.

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.

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

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT


Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT


Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Medical Oncologist

Dr Anna Michom

Anna.Minchom@rmh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

29 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

282-CR530-MED

Job locations

The Royal Marsden Hospital Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT


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