Clinical Fellow in Clinical/Medical Oncology (2 posts)
| Posting date: | 19 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £55,329 Per annum + London Weighting |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2024 |
| Location: | London, NW1 2PG |
| Company: | University College London Hospital |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6244987/309-UCLH-4289 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Margaret Spittle Research Fellowship- 2 posts
Post 1 – Clinical Oncology – Gastrointestinal (Photons, Protons)
Clinical and Research Focus: Join our dynamic team in the cutting-edge field of Clinical Oncology, specializing in Gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies. This position offers a unique opportunity to delve into both clinical practice and research, under the mentorship of renowned experts in the field.
Clinical Responsibilities: Under the supervision of Dr. Douglas Brand and Prof. Maria Hawkins, GI Clinical Oncology consultants, you will be responsible for the comprehensive management of GI malignancies
Candidates should possess prior knowledge of radiotherapy planning and demonstrate enthusiasm for Clinical Oncology. This role offers an exciting blend of clinical exposure and research innovation.
Post 2 – Medical Oncology Targeted Therapy in Cholangiocarcinoma
Research Objectives: This role presents a unique opportunity to investigate resistance pathways and design targeted interventions for FGFR2-driven malignancies.
Requirements: We are seeking candidates with a background in medical oncology demonstrating enthusiasm and a drive for innovative research. This role offers a stimulating blend of clinical care and cutting-edge research opportunities. If you are passionate about advancing the understanding and treatment of cholangiocarcinoma, we encourage you to apply.
Post 1:
Responsibilities include participation in radiotherapy for GI cancers, utilizing advanced techniques such as photon IMRT, SBRT, and protons. You will actively engage in weekly GI oncology clinics, multidisciplinary team meetings, and dedicated radiotherapy planning sessions.
Research Opportunities: Working alongside Dr. Douglas Brand, Dr. Steve Harris (Head of UCLH Clinical Research Informatics Unit), and Prof. Maria Hawkins, you will contribute to groundbreaking research endeavors. Focus areas include the development and testing of automated pipelines for clinical data extraction from UCLH Epic electronic health records. Additionally, you will explore cancer outcome predictive modelling, with a specific emphasis on predictors of outcomes to chemo-radiation in esophageal cancer.
Post 2:
Key Research Objectives:
1. Describe the molecular progression of patients with FGFR2 fusion cholangiocarcinoma treated with FGFR2 inhibitors.
2. Conduct high-depth exome sequencing to identify whether resistance pathways are present subclonally
3. Design targeted interventions based on research findings.
Clinical Training and Responsibilities:In addition to research endeavors, the successful candidate will actively participate in clinical duties. Responsibilities include assisting in the management of cancer patients, supervision of junior staff, participation in the acute oncology service, prescription of chemotherapy, and engagement in radiotherapy planning meetings and sessions.
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.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The Grafton Way Buildingopened in 2021, and comprises Proton Beam Therapy, Imaging, Theatres, ITU and Haematology Inpatient Service. UCH Macmillan Cancer Centre opened in April 2012 on the site of the old EGA building on Huntley Street. The building houses HCA, The Squire Garden, Haematology/Oncology daycare, outpatients, theatres, imaging, nuclear medicine and phlebotomy. Volunteers work throughout the Cancer Centre to help provide outstanding practical, emotional and financial support to patients, their carers and loved ones. The Macmillan Support and Information Service provides a range of support and information to all patients seen and treated in the Cancer Centre, and to any other patient with cancer treated elsewhere within the Trust. The PET/MR Unit operates the UK’s first PET/MR system, which includes both a PET camera and 3T MR scanner in the same physical unit so that both tests can be performed simultaneously in one single session.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024
Margaret Spittle Research Fellowship- 2 posts
Post 1 – Clinical Oncology – Gastrointestinal (Photons, Protons)
Clinical and Research Focus: Join our dynamic team in the cutting-edge field of Clinical Oncology, specializing in Gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies. This position offers a unique opportunity to delve into both clinical practice and research, under the mentorship of renowned experts in the field.
Clinical Responsibilities: Under the supervision of Dr. Douglas Brand and Prof. Maria Hawkins, GI Clinical Oncology consultants, you will be responsible for the comprehensive management of GI malignancies
Candidates should possess prior knowledge of radiotherapy planning and demonstrate enthusiasm for Clinical Oncology. This role offers an exciting blend of clinical exposure and research innovation.
Post 2 – Medical Oncology Targeted Therapy in Cholangiocarcinoma
Research Objectives: This role presents a unique opportunity to investigate resistance pathways and design targeted interventions for FGFR2-driven malignancies.
Requirements: We are seeking candidates with a background in medical oncology demonstrating enthusiasm and a drive for innovative research. This role offers a stimulating blend of clinical care and cutting-edge research opportunities. If you are passionate about advancing the understanding and treatment of cholangiocarcinoma, we encourage you to apply.
Post 1:
Responsibilities include participation in radiotherapy for GI cancers, utilizing advanced techniques such as photon IMRT, SBRT, and protons. You will actively engage in weekly GI oncology clinics, multidisciplinary team meetings, and dedicated radiotherapy planning sessions.
Research Opportunities: Working alongside Dr. Douglas Brand, Dr. Steve Harris (Head of UCLH Clinical Research Informatics Unit), and Prof. Maria Hawkins, you will contribute to groundbreaking research endeavors. Focus areas include the development and testing of automated pipelines for clinical data extraction from UCLH Epic electronic health records. Additionally, you will explore cancer outcome predictive modelling, with a specific emphasis on predictors of outcomes to chemo-radiation in esophageal cancer.
Post 2:
Key Research Objectives:
1. Describe the molecular progression of patients with FGFR2 fusion cholangiocarcinoma treated with FGFR2 inhibitors.
2. Conduct high-depth exome sequencing to identify whether resistance pathways are present subclonally
3. Design targeted interventions based on research findings.
Clinical Training and Responsibilities:In addition to research endeavors, the successful candidate will actively participate in clinical duties. Responsibilities include assisting in the management of cancer patients, supervision of junior staff, participation in the acute oncology service, prescription of chemotherapy, and engagement in radiotherapy planning meetings and sessions.
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.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The Grafton Way Buildingopened in 2021, and comprises Proton Beam Therapy, Imaging, Theatres, ITU and Haematology Inpatient Service. UCH Macmillan Cancer Centre opened in April 2012 on the site of the old EGA building on Huntley Street. The building houses HCA, The Squire Garden, Haematology/Oncology daycare, outpatients, theatres, imaging, nuclear medicine and phlebotomy. Volunteers work throughout the Cancer Centre to help provide outstanding practical, emotional and financial support to patients, their carers and loved ones. The Macmillan Support and Information Service provides a range of support and information to all patients seen and treated in the Cancer Centre, and to any other patient with cancer treated elsewhere within the Trust. The PET/MR Unit operates the UK’s first PET/MR system, which includes both a PET camera and 3T MR scanner in the same physical unit so that both tests can be performed simultaneously in one single session.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024
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