Job overview

The job is fixed term for 12 months with further scope of extension. The post holder will support and manage high quality clinical research in Oncology, according to ICH good clinical practice guidelines. The post holder will work closely with Dr Tom Newsom-Davis, other oncology consultants, and oncology Clinical Investigators. The CRF will be involved in the delivery of clinical trials and the development of trial protocol and clinical guidelines. The post holder will ensure that governance arrangements are maintained throughout duration of studies and that studies are managed in accordance with study protocols, national and international legislation and guidance (e.g. UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care, Clinical Trial Regulations, GCP). They will also assess patient suitability for studies, screening, obtaining informed consent, recruiting patients in line with agreed targets, data collection and maintaining research study records. The CRF are also expected to ensure that all research safeguards the psychological and physical well-being of the patient in conjunction with medical and nursing staff to facilitate high standards of care with regards to research. The CRF is expected work across the Trust, attend local and national meetings, present at conferences, write up and publish their work in medical indexed journals.

Main duties of the job

Research Responsibilities  

a)      To contribute to study protocol design in collaboration with Clinical Research Lead and Pharmaceutical Companies and Academic Institutions representatives. This may include the writing of participant information leaflets, design of case report forms and source documents in line with the R&D standard operation procedures (SOPs).

b)      To write concept sheets and full protocols or amend such documents which relate to the primary research carried out in Oncology.

c)       Contribute to the promotion of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Research and Development and creating further funding opportunities.

d)      To represent the unit at meetings both locally and as required, at national and international locations; this includes Investigator meetings and Study Initiation meetings as well as attendance at Research Ethics Committee meetings.

e)      To undertake clinical responsibilities and research activities in Phase I-IV Research in Oncology.

f)        To provide clinical and professional supervision in collaboration with Assistant Director Research and Development to doctors and other staff (e.g. research nurses, research assistants etc.).

g)      To ensure that the dignity, right, safety, and wellbeing of all trail participants and give priority at all times

Working for our organisation

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.