Lymphoma Clinical Research Fellow

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Job overview

An SpR-level (ST3+) Clinical Research Fellow in Lymphoma is required at the Department of Haematology, University College London Hospital to join the team from January 2027. The Research Fellow will be based within the lymphoma team at UCLH and the CR-UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre - CTC.

This is an exciting opportunity to receive specialist training in the design and conduct of lymphoma clinical trials and to develop clinical skills in the management of patients with lymphoproliferative disorders within one of the largest haematology departments in Europe.

The post will commence from January 2027 for up to 12 months with possibility to extend to 24 months depending on funding. A later start date may be considered.

Main duties of the job

In the CTC the Clinical Fellow will work closely with the senior project managers and statisticians writing grant applications, developing protocols, assisting with adverse event reporting, reviewing trial eligibility, writing papers for presentation and publication and delivering teaching and training to the CTC staff. The Clinical Fellow will take an active role within the national Lymphoma subgroup committees helping to design and deliver the national portfolio of lymphoma trials. There will be regular opportunities to join meetings with researchers in the wider UK lymphoma research community.

Within the haematology department at UCLH the post holder will further develop expertise in all aspects of the clinical management of patients with lymphoproliferative disorders and will be an integral member of a large clinical team delivering world class care to patients with lymphoma. They will participate actively in 2 clinics, 1 clinic prep meeting and 1 MDT per week and will be expected to lead on delivery of internal research projects, audits and quality improvement projects. By the end of the post the individual will be expected to have the clinical skills and expertise to function at the level of a consultant (with supervision).

Working for our organisation

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Person specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Medical degree
• Passed MRCP or equivalent
• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice medicine in the UK
• Hold Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification

Desirable criteria

• Passed FRCPath (haematology) parts 1 and 2 or equivalent

Experience

Essential criteria

• Have completed at least one year of specialist training in haematology (at least ST3 level or equivalent)
• Demonstrated a record in delivery of clinical research
• Experience in clinical management of patients with lymphoma

Desirable criteria

• Published research in the field of Lymphoma

Skills and Abilities

Desirable criteria

• Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting
• Strong IT skills

Communication

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills/verbal and written. Good command of written and spoken English

Other

Essential criteria

• Available to commence in post in January 2027 and, if in a training post must already have OOP approved by the relevant deanery.

Additional employer information

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.

We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.

Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.

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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

• Job Description (PDF, 456.4KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 262.3KB)
• UCLH Values (PDF, 919.9KB)