Clinical Research Fellow in Head & Neck

at  The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research fellow required for a fully funded 3-year PhD in Translational Research in Head and neck cancer at the Institute of Cancer Research Cancer and the Royal Marsden hospital. This post has an 80:20 split between laboratory and clinical research. The research involves genomic sequencing of patient samples, bioinformatics analysis and design of biomarker based translational studies.
The post is suitable for trainees in clinical or medical oncology. Trainees from other specialities such as surgery and pathology are welcome to apply if they have suitable skills and are interested in translational research in Head and Neck cancer.
The post-holder will develop the following experience during the tenure of the post:
Clinical Management of Head & Neck Cancers
Clinical research and advanced data analysis skills
Presentation, publication and peer review
Audit and guideline development
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 3,900 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That’s why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification

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