Clinical Research Fellow- Lower Gi

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The Christie NHS FT Full time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The medical establishment provides The Christie Department of Medical Oncology (Clinical Director, Dr Yvonne Summers) was founded in 1974 and is one of the largest Departments of Cancer Medicine in the UK. The major research remit of the Department is to develop improved methods for cancer patient management. Laboratory research is closely integrated with clinical research and service work. There are 47 Consultants in Medical Oncology who run the clinical service and research practice.

A key part of this process is to encourage education and empowerment of research staff at all levels, which includes training the next generation of cancer research leaders. The Clinical Research fellow will have the following opportunities within the Department of Medical Oncology: Audit: Fellows play a key role in Clinical Audit as a member of The Christie Medical staff. Clinics: Research fellows in Medical Oncology usually attend a number of outpatient clinics per week (seeing new referrals, follow-ups and patients on clinical trials) and are expected to undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of these patients. Clinical Governance: Fellows are expected to participate in all relevant aspects of clinical governance, including maintaining up-to-date protocols, guidelines and clinical audit, under the supervision of the Consultants in the team.

Appropriate arrangements for study leave will be made in conjunction with colleagues. There is the potential to attend International meetings to present research work and fellows are expected to be involved in writing papers and reviews, and will also be required to undergo an annual appraisal. Protocol Development: Fellows may also assist with the revision and development of evidence-based clinical trial protocols for patients. Research: There are excellent opportunities for research within the Department.

Fellows are encouraged to contribute to current research projects within the unit and/or set up new projects. The Manchester Cancer Research Centre has been established to bring together the expertise, ambition and resources of partner organisations, which include the University of Manchester, the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute, Cancer Research UK, in addition to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder is committed to delivering at least four of the following: Successfully complete a clinical audit. Actively participate in at least one national or international meeting (abstract presentation).

Role Planning The post entails five clinic sessions per week focused on systemic therapy for patients with lower GI cancers. The clinics will give a wide exposure to adjuvant, neo-adjuvant and palliative treatment for patients with colorectal cancer as well as some exposure to patients with anal, small bowel and appendiceal cancers. The clinic exposure will include review of patients in clinical trials and study related procedures. There is no on-call commitment as part of the post.

The position will provide opportunities for clinical research within the lower GI team with previous clinical fellows having developed QI projects, clinical research projects, or contributed to translational research studies, etc. These opportunities have often led to presentations at local, national and international meetings and peer reviewed publications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential for the post Desirable for the post METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 1. ATTAINMENTS Educational Qualifications Medical Degree CE Professional Qualifications GMC registration International Academic English Language Testing System (IELTS) Membership of The Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent Have been awarded MRCP (or equivalent) status.

CE Research / Publications Experience of research. 2. TRAINING 3. EXPERIENCE Job Specific Have clinical experience in Medical Oncology.

Have demonstrated commitment to Lower GI Cancers R/I Management / Audit Be able to use databases. Experience of statistical packages for data analysis. 4. TEACHING 5.

PERSONAL SKILLS Acceptability Be computer literate. Be able to work independently and as part of a team. Have a proactive and flexible approach to work, and be willing to undergo training and to learn new skills, as required. Have the ability to communicate effectively, confidently and independently with physicians, scientists, administrators at all levels.

Leadership Self
- reliance Have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others, and be able to work to strict deadlines, using own initiative. Pay meticulous attention to detail. Motivation 6. CIRCUMSTANCES Domicile Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital.

**Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment**: AF Application Form I Interview R References CE Certification Evidence



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