Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Research and Innovation Division at The Christie. We are looking to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow in Translational Research to provide medical support to the MANIFEST Consortium (Multiomic ANalysis of Immunotherapy Features Evidencing Success and Toxicity) within The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a 10 session non-training post, funded through The Christie NHS Foundation Trust for up to 2 years. The role is suitable for individuals ideally having completed at specialist training in Medical Oncology, but those at the end of IMT training may also be considered.
The position requires an ability to understand and deliver translational research, liaising across a range of clinical, academic and administrative staff throughout the Trust and with external organisations (pharmaceutical and biotech industry partners, academic institutions and other hospitals). It is expected the successful applicant will publish a number of papers as a result of their attachment, and there will be an opportunity to develop novel research projects.
Main duties of the job
To work as a Senior Clinical Fellow in Translational Research at the Christie under the supervision of Professor Samra Turajlic and Dr Jonathan Lim. This will involve close liaison with other members of the multidisciplinary team in particular surgeons, research nurses and data managers.
To work closely with and support the team in the management of patients with enrolled in MANIFEST study. An important role of the Clinical Fellow will be to have direct involvement in the day-to-day clinical management of patients under the supervision of the consultant whether or not they are being managed within the confines of a clinical trial, and to attend relevant MDTs, radiology and educational meetings.
The Clinical Fellow will be required to support research and NHS clinics, typically 3 clinics per week. You will be expected to attend Safety Review Committee meetings (usually remotely) to discuss trial patients. This will involve close liaison with the MANIFEST Principal Investigators, disease-site specific consultants across the Trust and other members of the team. In addition, you will interface with external stakeholders such as other NHS, academic and industry partners.
The post does not attract an on-call commitment.
About us
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
DUTIES OF THE POST
ROLE: The successful candidate will be recruited as a Senior Clinical Fellow in the MANIFEST Team.
RESEARCH: A diverse range of translational research are in progress within MANIFEST and,following training, the post holder will be expected to participate in these studies as a co-/subinvestigator.You will be involved in managing all aspects of trial patients, across a diverse range of solid tumours,through new patient consultation, consent and screening patients and reviewing patients at followupappointments. Primarily, patients are seen in the outpatient setting but with some inpatient cover. The appointee is required to attend 3 trial outpatient clinics per week (see indicative timetable).You will be expected to attend Safety Review Committee meetings (usually remotely) to discuss trialpatients. This will involve close liaison with the MANIFEST Principal Investigators, disease-site specificconsultants across the Trust and other members of the team. In addition, you will interface withexternal stakeholders such as other NHS, academic and industry partners.You will be expected to attend weekly MANIFEST operational meetings to discuss study oversightitems, quarterly stakeholders meetings, and annual MANIFEST symposium.PROTOCOLS: You will be expected to undertake the administrative duties associated with the careof their patients. You will be encouraged to harness opportunities to be involved in the developmentand planning of new studies.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: You will maintain a level of continuing professional developmentconsistent with the recommendations of the Royal College of Physicians. Appropriate arrangementsfor study leave will be made in conjunction with colleagues. There is the potential to presentresearch work and the post holder will be expected to be involved in audit, writing papers andreviews. You will also be required to undergo an annual appraisal.
TEACHING COMMITMENT:a) Undergraduate -You will be required to contribute to the undergraduate teaching of medical students on oncologytopics.b) Postgraduate -Through collaboration with University of Manchester the team supports a busy postgraduateteaching programme and staff are often requested to lecture on relevant topics. You will beexpected to contribute actively to the education of junior doctors, specialty trainees and fellows onthe team.You will also be expected to help in the training of nursing and multi-disciplinary staff in both inpatientand outpatient departments.
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE: You will be expected to participate in all relevant aspects of clinicalgovernance, including maintaining up to date protocols, guidelines and clinical audit, under thesupervision of the other consultants in the experimental cancer medicine team.
AUDIT: You will play a full role in clinical audit as a member of The Christie Medical StaffCommittee. You will develop, supervise and deliver team audit projects.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES OF THE POST
ROLE: The successful candidate will be recruited as a Senior Clinical Fellow in the MANIFEST Team.
RESEARCH: A diverse range of translational research are in progress within MANIFEST and,following training, the post holder will be expected to participate in these studies as a co-/subinvestigator.You will be involved in managing all aspects of trial patients, across a diverse range of solid tumours,through new patient consultation, consent and screening patients and reviewing patients at followupappointments. Primarily, patients are seen in the outpatient setting but with some inpatient cover. The appointee is required to attend 3 trial outpatient clinics per week (see indicative timetable).You will be expected to attend Safety Review Committee meetings (usually remotely) to discuss trialpatients. This will involve close liaison with the MANIFEST Principal Investigators, disease-site specificconsultants across the Trust and other members of the team. In addition, you will interface withexternal stakeholders such as other NHS, academic and industry partners.You will be expected to attend weekly MANIFEST operational meetings to discuss study oversightitems, quarterly stakeholders meetings, and annual MANIFEST symposium.PROTOCOLS: You will be expected to undertake the administrative duties associated with the careof their patients. You will be encouraged to harness opportunities to be involved in the developmentand planning of new studies.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: You will maintain a level of continuing professional developmentconsistent with the recommendations of the Royal College of Physicians. Appropriate arrangementsfor study leave will be made in conjunction with colleagues. There is the potential to presentresearch work and the post holder will be expected to be involved in audit, writing papers andreviews. You will also be required to undergo an annual appraisal.
TEACHING COMMITMENT:a) Undergraduate -You will be required to contribute to the undergraduate teaching of medical students on oncologytopics.b) Postgraduate -Through collaboration with University of Manchester the team supports a busy postgraduateteaching programme and staff are often requested to lecture on relevant topics. You will beexpected to contribute actively to the education of junior doctors, specialty trainees and fellows onthe team.You will also be expected to help in the training of nursing and multi-disciplinary staff in both inpatientand outpatient departments.
CLINICAL GOVERNANCE: You will be expected to participate in all relevant aspects of clinicalgovernance, including maintaining up to date protocols, guidelines and clinical audit, under thesupervision of the other consultants in the experimental cancer medicine team.
AUDIT: You will play a full role in clinical audit as a member of The Christie Medical StaffCommittee. You will develop, supervise and deliver team audit projects.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Completion of Foundation medical training/ internship or acute care common stem programme (or equivalent)
- GMC registration
Desirable
- Completion of IMT training or CCT in Medical Oncology or equivalent Good Clinical Practice Advanced Life Support Higher degree in cancer research
- MRCP or equivalent
- Recent publications in peer-reviewed journals Conference presentations
- Evidence of productive ethical research relevant to oncology
Training
Essential
- Experience in general oncology and internal medicine Research/Trials experience
Desirable
- Experience in managing critically ill patients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical leadership skills
- Experience of developing, supervising and delivering audit projects
Desirable
- Experience of translational research studies and/or clinical trials
Teaching
Desirable
- Teaching Qualification
- Experience in teaching undergraduates/ postgraduates
Personal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of clinical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility, commitment and team work with colleagues and staff in the department
- ability to work under pressure
- Capacity for staff motivation
Desirable
- Demonstration of excellent communication skills
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Completion of Foundation medical training/ internship or acute care common stem programme (or equivalent)
- GMC registration
Desirable
- Completion of IMT training or CCT in Medical Oncology or equivalent Good Clinical Practice Advanced Life Support Higher degree in cancer research
- MRCP or equivalent
- Recent publications in peer-reviewed journals Conference presentations
- Evidence of productive ethical research relevant to oncology
Training
Essential
- Experience in general oncology and internal medicine Research/Trials experience
Desirable
- Experience in managing critically ill patients
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical leadership skills
- Experience of developing, supervising and delivering audit projects
Desirable
- Experience of translational research studies and/or clinical trials
Teaching
Desirable
- Teaching Qualification
- Experience in teaching undergraduates/ postgraduates
Personal Skills
Essential
- Evidence of clinical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility, commitment and team work with colleagues and staff in the department
- ability to work under pressure
- Capacity for staff motivation
Desirable
- Demonstration of excellent communication 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.
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
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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).
