Job summary
Applications are invited for a 10 PA Consultant Medical Oncologist/Late Cancer Treatment Effects Lead
This is a new position for a Consultant in Medical Oncology with a significant interest in cancer-related toxicities, specifically late and long-term cancer treatment effects working primarily at The RM but in close collaboration with ICR and research partners within the Imperial AHSC, Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, the Oncology-Translational Research Collaboration. The post is funded by the RM/ICR BRC and by the RMCC.
The post-holder will focus on late treatment effects for lymphoma and expand the research portfolio to studies addressing treatment effects involving other tumour types. They will work closely with the Theme Lead and Deputy Theme Lead for the BRC Cancer Treatment Effects theme to provide leadership of the emerging portfolio of late effects studies in line with the Theme aims.
They would serve as champion for late treatment effects research and innovation more broadly within the RM/ICR BRC. They will report and be accountable to the Director of Clinical Research and the Medical Director.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be expected to have a track-record in cancer-related late or long-term toxicities. Ideally, they will have appropriate peer-reviewed publications and have attracted peer-reviewed grant funding/fellowship and/or industry funding.
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed description of this role and its main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.
Person Specification
Status
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC registration
- CCT in Medical Oncology or equivalent (or within 6 months of CCT at date of interview)
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent qualifications
- Higher Research Degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
- Demonstrable experience in the management of cancer patients
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate site-specific clinical experience in lymphoma
- Leading on design, set up and conduct of clinical and translational research protocols
- Proven publication track record in high impact peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- Proven publication track record in high impact peer reviewed journals
- Experience in developing research collaborative groups
- Experience of working across institutions
Qualities
Essential
- The ability to work in collaboration with consultant colleagues and principal investigators
- The ability to work in a team of different disciplines
- Commitment to achieving excellence
- Effective communication and leadership skills
- Committed to personal and professional development
- Commitment to innovation in research and practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Marsden
Downs Road
Sutton
SM2 5PT