Job summary
This is a 12 month post and is full-time, across the London and Sutton sites. It has been designed for either clinical genetics or medical/clinical oncology trainees to develop their knowledge of cancer genetics, and to support research within the Cancer Genetics Unit.
Main duties of the job
- Regular clinics
- Attend weekly MDT
- Attend Molecular Tumour Board and Genomic Laboratory Hub variant meetings
- Close liaison with genetic counsellors, laboratory teams and other clinical teams across the hospital
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.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- National Training Number in o Clinical Genetics o Oncology (medical or clinical) o Haematology
Desirable
- Higher degree in related area
Experience
Essential
- Training at Specialist Registrar level
- Understanding of testing for inherited cancer syndromes
Desirable
- Undergraduate and post graduate teaching
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential
- Ability and willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience of caring for patients with inherited cancer syndromes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- National Training Number in o Clinical Genetics o Oncology (medical or clinical) o Haematology
Desirable
- Higher degree in related area
Experience
Essential
- Training at Specialist Registrar level
- Understanding of testing for inherited cancer syndromes
Desirable
- Undergraduate and post graduate teaching
Skills, ability and knowledge
Essential
- Ability and willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience of caring for patients with inherited cancer syndromes
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.
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.
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).
