Clinical Research Fellow; STMedical Oncology

Overview

A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Cancer Drug Development. The aim of this position is to offer comprehensive specialist training in all aspects of running early phase oncology clinical trials including protocol development, regulatory procedures, associated translational research projects and presentation of research s post may also include the opportunity to review patients receiving inpatient-delivered investigational products.

These novel trials include bispecific T-cell engagers (BiTE), radio-isotope-labelled theranostics, oncolytic viruses, and cellular therapies. Support and opportunities for pursuing higher research degrees are also available.

This full-time post is available from April 2026 and will be for a period of up to 12 months in the first instance, with a potential opportunity to extend beyond 12 months. Applicants must demonstrate as part of their application how they meet the essential requirements of the post. In particular, applicants should have a medical degree and GMC registration. Experience in oncology and clinical research are an advantage.

Fluency in English and aptitude with writing and publishing manuscripts are essential.

The aim of this position is to offer comprehensive specialist training in all aspects of running early phase oncology clinical trials including protocol development, regulatory procedures, associated translational research projects and presentation of research at meetings.

This post would be particularly suitable for a trainee who intends to pursue an academic oncology career with an interest in translational research and drug development. However the post also will provide important training in generic and transferable skills for non-academic trainees.

• Participate in running early phase oncology clinical trials, including protocol development and regulatory procedures.
• Engage in translational research projects and present research at meetings.
• Review patients receiving inpatient-delivered investigational products where appropriate.
• Contribute to academic activities and potential higher research degree work.

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, with targets of net zero for 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.

Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility (CRF) opened in February 2009 on the Ground Floor of Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing of UCH, in the heart of Bloomsbury, and is now located in a purpose-built location on Tottenham Court Road. It…