Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatric Oncology Research
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Clinical Research Fellow
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (12 Month FTC in Paediatric Oncology Research)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (n/a)
- Job ref
- 271-HOG-7312221
- Employer
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Great Ormond Street
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £61,825 - £70,425 pro rata, per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 06/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Oncology
NHS Medical & Dental: Clinical Research Fellow
Job overview
THREE POSTs Available (ST4 EQUIVALENT OR ABOVE)
12 months fixed term (possibility to extend)
These posts will play a key role in the Experimental Cancer Therapeutics program, which aims to improve the efficiency of introducing novel targeted agents into treatment of children with cancer. The drug development & translational research fellows will be part of a team of doctors, research nurses and data managers and will be based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. These 12-month Clinical Research Fellow posts are particularly suited for a paediatric trained doctor (ST4 or equivalent) who has Paediatric Oncology experience (at least 1 year) and completed MRCPCH (or equivalent international paediatric training). The primary remit of the post holder will be responsibility for phase I/II trials for the testing of new drugs, particularly the new generation of biologically targeted drugs including biotherapeutics as part of our brain and solid tumour CAR-T cell programme. The fellows will support translational research projects such as advanced sample and biomarker development from the clinical coordination aspect.
Main duties of the job
These posts (up to 3 fellows) will play a major role in supporting translational research and Drug Development in Paediatric at Great Ormond Street Hospital. These positions will contribute to delivering our Experimental Cancer Therapeutics programme, which aims to improve the efficiency of introducing novel targeted agents (including biological therapies) into children with cancer. GOSH/UCL have established a team of doctors, research nurses and data managers to conduct translational and clinical research. These posts will provide a comprehensive training in paediatric cancer drug development and are particularly suitable for a doctor who has completed at least 1 year of specialist training in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
The primary remit of the post holder will be responsibility for phase I/II trials for the testing of new drugs, particularly the new generation of biologically targeted drugs including biotherapeutics as part of our brain and solid tumour CAR-T cell programme. The fellows will support translational research projects such as advanced sample and biomarker development from the clinical coordination aspect.
Working for our organisation
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person specification
Other requirements
Essential criteria
- Accountability – takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
- Openness- shares information and good practice appropriately
- Mutual respect – treat others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Commitment to own continued professional development and that of others
- Commitment to the provision of a quality service
Desirable criteria
- Flexible in hours of work in regard to the needs to the team
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
- Appropriate GMC registration by the designated start date
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- PALS/APLS
Desirable criteria
- Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Minimum of 3 years post-registration paediatric experience
- At least 1 years’ experience in subspecialty paediatric haematology/oncology by time of start of fellow post
- Experience in teaching
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Strong grounding in general paediatrics
- Awareness of own limitations, consulting senior colleagues appropriately
- Understanding of the principals of clinical governance
- Understanding of principals of patient confidentiality and data protection
Desirable criteria
- 6 months experience in PICU
- Demonstrable research experience including early phase trials
- Management/leadership experience
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
- Confident in the management of sick children and paediatric emergencies
- Ability to communicate well with children and their families and with professional colleagues (written and verbal communications)
- Ability to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Medical management – able to supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Ability to manage their time and workload
Desirable criteria
- Familiarity and use of IT skills
- Demonstrate involvement in a Clinical Audit Project
- Ability to teach nursing and medical staff
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Prof Darren Hargrave
- Job title
- Professor of Paediatric Neuro-oncology
- Email address
- [email protected]
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