Job summary A vacancy has arisen in the department for which we are seeking to appoint a clinical research fellow on a fixed term basis for 36 months. The post combines in-patient and out-patient work, caring for patients with a range of haematological malignancies, and will comprise a high proportion of research work including clinical trials and laboratory research. The candidate will be expected to submit a MDRes under the supervision of Dr Taussig. One focus will be on arginine deprivation in acute myeloid leukaemia. Main duties of the job The Royal Marsden is a world leader in cancer research, treatment and education. Together with our academic partner, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), we are the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe and the only National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre specialising in cancer in the UK. Our mission is to continue to make a national and international contribution to cancer research and treatment, so that more people are cured and quality of life is improved for those with cancer. The Royal Marsden therefore plays an important role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research and innovation, education and leading-edge treatment. We have a reputation for delivering high quality performance. We were ranked joint first in the CQC national inpatient survey results, above average in national cancer patient experience survey and ranked first amongst teaching hospitals in the UK for our staff survey results. Predominantly the Trust's workload is from within the South West and West London Cancer Networks but, as a specialist cancer, the Trust has a high out-of-area referral rate for rare cancers, recurrent disease and treatment-related problems including international referrals. The Trust operates a shared care model with St George's Healthcare NHS Trust for paediatric cancer. About us The Royal Marsden is a world leader in cancer research, treatment and education. Together with our academic partner, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), we are the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe and the only National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre specialising in cancer in the UK. Our mission is to continue to make a national and international contribution to cancer research and treatment, so that more people are cured and quality of life is improved for those with cancer. The Royal Marsden therefore plays an important role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research and innovation, education and leading-edge treatment. We have a reputation for delivering high quality performance. We were ranked joint first in the CQC national inpatient survey results, above average in national cancer patient experience survey and ranked first amongst teaching hospitals in the UK for our staff survey results. Predominantly the Trust's workload is from within the South West and West London Cancer Networks but, as a specialist cancer, the Trust has a high out-of-area referral rate for rare cancers, recurrent disease and treatment-related problems including international referrals. The Trust operates a shared care model with St George's Healthcare NHS Trust for paediatric cancer. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 282-C008-MED-A Job locations The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea Chlesea SW3 6JJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS, or equivalent MRCP, or equivalent MRCPath Part 1, or equivalent Knowledge and Experience Essential Broad based knowledge and understanding of Haematological Oncology Experience in HaematoOncology Experience of Clinical Audits Personal Skills Essential Good presentational and verbal skills Desirable Computer Literacy / IT Skills - appropriate to a clinical service using computerised record systems and electronic prescribing systems Personal Qualities Essential Self-motivated Able to work as part of a team Ability to work under pressure Ability to conduct research Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS, or equivalent MRCP, or equivalent MRCPath Part 1, or equivalent Knowledge and Experience Essential Broad based knowledge and understanding of Haematological Oncology Experience in HaematoOncology Experience of Clinical Audits Personal Skills Essential Good presentational and verbal skills Desirable Computer Literacy / IT Skills - appropriate to a clinical service using computerised record systems and electronic prescribing systems Personal Qualities Essential Self-motivated Able to work as part of a team Ability to work under pressure Ability to conduct research 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea Chlesea SW3 6JJ Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)