The Clinical Research Fellow in Haemato-Oncology Cellular Therapy at The Royal Marsden will undertake a One-year fixed-term role focused on both clinical and translational research in cellular therapies for haematological malignancies. Based across the Chelsea and Sutton sites, the fellow will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support clinical trials, manage patient care, and contribute to cutting-edge research, including CAR-T therapies. They will also pursue an MD (Res) degree through the Institute of Cancer Research, with opportunities for publication, presentation at conferences, and hands-on experience in trial management, data analysis, and regulatory processes.
The Clinical Research Fellow will engage in a combination of clinical and translational research within the Haemato-Oncology Unit, focusing on cellular therapies for haematological malignancies. The fellow will undertake an MD (Res) degree in cellular therapy in partnership with the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR). This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, develop expertise in managing patients undergoing cellular therapy, and gain hands-on experience with CAR-T therapies and other advanced treatments.
The Royal Marsden is recognised worldwide for the quality of its cancer services. The Trust’s strategic aim is to achieve excellence in cancer treatment and diagnosis, through partnership and collaboration.
As a leading Cancer Centre, the Trust has close working relationships with many Cancer Units and other Cancer Centres. Predominantly the Trust’s workload is from within the South West and West London Cancer Networks but the Trust is unique in having a high out-of-area referral rate for rare cancers, recurrent disease and clinical trials.
Key responsibilities of the Clinical Research Fellow include conducting a translational research project on cellular therapy in haematological malignancies, supporting the management of clinical trials, and providing care for patients undergoing CAR-T and other cellular therapies. The fellow will be involved in trial design, data collection, and statistical analysis, as well as working with trial teams to ensure regulatory compliance. Clinical duties include patient assessment, treatment consent, and managing treatment-related toxicities. Additionally, the role includes contributing to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and providing training for junior doctors on cellular therapy.
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This advert closes on Sunday 19 Jan 2025
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