Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to gain experience in conduct of multicentre clinical trials alongside clinical work in urological and breast cancers and also to support the Investigator-led studies (ILS) team in Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC).
This post provides comprehensive experience in management of breast and urological cancers including systemic therapies. This post will also provide experience in the set-up, conduct and monitoring of ILS. It provides a split in research and clinical commitments with the focus on breast and urological cancers.
Clinical Oncology applicants will also have the opportunity to train in brachytherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy and use of molecular radiotherapy.
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
The Clinical Research Fellow will be an integral part and work closely with all members of the clinical trials unit team. The post holder will be a flexible, motivated team player. The aim is for the post holder's time to be split between clinical and research commitment the exact split to be negotiated depending on experience. . The postholder will be under the supervision of Professor Amit Bahl and will also be encouraged to develop a research project. The research aspect of the post will provide knowledge on setting up of multicentre trials including approval processes and could involve the following:
- To assist in the setup of each participating site in the UK and to ensure capacity and capability is granted at each site prior to any trial related procedures being carried out.
- To conduct site initiation visits at each participating hospital with the principal investigator and research team members prior to patient recruitment to prepare and set up the research site to conduct the study. The role of this meeting is to discuss the complexities of the protocol, including the eligibility criteria, study procedures and the research participant pathway.
- To independently conduct regular on-site monitoring visits at participating sites within the UK (travel outside working hours may be required).
- To enter study specific patient and study data onto the study databases (where applicable).
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
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Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 24 months experience of general medicine (inclusive of oncology experience) at minimum CT1 (or equivalent level
Desirable
- Research experience
- Understanding of ICH,GCP
- Experience in Oncology
- Experience in management of breast and/or urological cancers
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills
- 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
- Knowledge of principles of Audit and willingness to participate in projects (E) -Attention to detail
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals
- Willingness to travel outside working hours if on-site monitoring visits are required
- Willingness to undertake some comprehensive research training
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration With GMC or Eligibility for Registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- ICH-GCP Training
- Research Training
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 24 months experience of general medicine (inclusive of oncology experience) at minimum CT1 (or equivalent level
Desirable
- Research experience
- Understanding of ICH,GCP
- Experience in Oncology
- Experience in management of breast and/or urological cancers
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills
- 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
- Knowledge of principles of Audit and willingness to participate in projects (E) -Attention to detail
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals
- Willingness to travel outside working hours if on-site monitoring visits are required
- Willingness to undertake some comprehensive research training
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration With GMC or Eligibility for Registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- ICH-GCP Training
- Research Training
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre
Horfield Road
Bristol
BS2 8ED
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
