Clinical Research Fellow- MR Linac inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED 1 JUN 2024

Detailed job description and main responsibilities



Duties


1. Carry out data capture and data merger of clinical, radiological and pathological-relevant information at the different stages of the project.

2. Investigate different adaptive strategies; feasibility, scope for margin reduction and normal tissue toxicities.

3. Coordinate the input of clinical, radiological and pathological data suitable for appropriate statistical modelling.

4. Work with the clinical and research teams to develop best practice protocols

5. Work with other clinical oncologists, radiologists, radiotherapy planning specialists, physicists, systematic review methodologists, and statisticians to ensure a collaborative working environment.

6. Protocol writing and submission of protocol to ethics and R&D

7. Clinical trial activation

8. Liaison with clinical trials unit (CTU) and industry partners

9. Identification of patients eligible for clinical studies

10. Counselling and obtaining informed consent from patients for study entry

11. Clinical management of patients for trial-related procedures and treatment

12. Collection and recording of clinical data

13. Attendance at follow up research clinic for data collection

14. Liaison with statistician and data analysis

15. Produce, or contribute towards, high impact peer-reviewed publications.

16. Disseminate research findings through presentations at seminars and conferences.

17. Interact with allied research activities.


Teaching Commitment


The post holder will be expected to take a limited part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as agreed upon by the supervisors.


Line Management


The post holder will be responsible to Professor Ananya Choudhury, Chair in Clinical Oncology, University of Manchester/Honorary Consultant in Clinical Oncology, The Christie NHS Foundation Hospital


Continuing Professional Development


The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.


Job Planning


It is anticipated the post-holder will support up to four clinics per week and have the opportunity to spend time in radiotherapy planning. They will be involved in writing abstracts/manuscripts, planning new studies and attending educational meetings.

Please contact Professor Ananya Choudhury by e-mail for further details:


The Christie Leader


We have a set of leadership values for our Trust leaders, consisting of;
• Is patient and staff focused
• Creates an inclusive team environment and leads with care and compassion
• Empowers and coaches individuals and teams
• Is a good communicator-listens and shares Information and gives regular feedback
• Takes responsibility for improving quality and learning and supports Research
• Sets a clear vision/purpose for the team
• Collaborates and connects with others
• Is a strong and fair decision maker
• Supports career development and discusses performance
• Role models the Christie Commitment principles and behaviours


PERSON SPECIFICATION



Essential for the post



Desirable for the post



METHOD OF ASSESSMENT*



1.

ATTAINMENTS



Educational


Postgraduate qualifications in medicine, such as the MRCP or equivalent.

CE


Qualifications


FRCR or equivalent in Clinical/radiation Oncology.

Good Clinical Practice

CE


Professional Qualifications


IELTS SELT or equivalent (English language test)

GMC registration

CE


Research / Publications


Evidence of participation in research and/or publications

AF/I


2.

TRAINING


General Oncology training

AF/I


3.

EXPERIENCE



Job Specific


Experience in urologic oncology

Experience of working in an academic environment

Ability to work with the MDT team

Overview of governance, ethics and other regulatory issues (e.g. data transfer agreements)

Familiarity with modern imaging methodologies used in staging patients with urologic oncology

Understanding of technical radiotherapy and functional imaging

Track record of significant contribution towards peer-reviewed journal articles

Track record of successful grant

proposals

Knowledge of cancer research

Experience with clinical databases

AF/I


4.

TEACHING


Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

AF/I


5.

PERSONAL SKILLS



Acceptability


Experience of working independently and within a team environment to achieve timely and valued objectives

Willingness to forge new collaborations and new ways of working

Patient friendly

Professional demeanor

AF/I/R


Self- reliance


Willingness to learn new skills

Must be resilient and well organized

Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting workloads

Confident in ability, but knowing own limitations

Hardworking, enthusiastic achiever

Excellent written and oral communication skills

A/I/R


Motivation


Developments in oncology practice, particularly related to urologic oncology

A/I

Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment:

AF - Application Form

I - Interview

R - References

CE - Certification Evidence


Person specification



Qualifications



Essential criteria

• FRCR or equivalent in Clinical/radiation Oncology
• IELTS SELT or equivalent (English language test)

Desirable criteria

• Postgraduate qualifications in medicine, such as the MRCP or equivalent.
• GMC registration

Research / Publications/ Training



Essential criteria

• General Oncology training

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of participation in research and/or publications

Experience



Essential criteria

• Experience in urologic oncology
• Experience of working in an academic environment
• Ability to work with the MDT team
• Overview of governance, ethics and other regulatory issues (e.g. data transfer agreements)

Desirable criteria

• Familiarity with modern imaging methodologies used in staging patients with urologic oncology
• Understanding of technical radiotherapy and functional imaging
• Track record of significant contribution towards peer-reviewed journal articles
• Track record of successful grant proposals
• Knowledge of cancer research
• Experience with clinical databases
• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

PERSONAL SKILLS



Essential criteria

• Experience of working independently and within a team environment to achieve timely and valued objectives
• Willingness to forge new collaborations and new ways of working
• Patient friendly
• Professional demeanor
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Must be resilient and well organized
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting workloads
• Confident in ability, but knowing own limitations
• Hardworking, enthusiastic achiever
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Developments in oncology practice, particularly related to urologic oncology

The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.

You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.


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

• JD & PS (PDF, 263.5KB)
• The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
• Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
• Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB)
• Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)