Clinical Research Fellow Gynaeoncology

This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals, interested in pursuing careers in Gynaecological Oncology to join a reputable and established team of clinicians and researchers. Based at the QE Hospital in Gateshead, the Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre (NGOC) offers experience in developing extensive clinical and specialised surgical skills, in addition to pursuit of clinical research. NGOC offers a broad range of surgery, and is famed for its ultra-radical surgical repertoire, and early adoption of innovation. It is a European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) accredited Centre of Excellence for Ovarian Cancer.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a successful candidate to undertake an MD/PhD as part of an ongoing early detection CRUK grant, working in collaboration with the NGOC, Sir John Burn, professor of clinical genetics at Newcastle University and Dr Neil Ryan, Chief Scientific Officer and Clinical Lecturer at The University Of Edinburgh.

This post is for 12 months initially and is extendable depending on the research project. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to develop and lead on clinical research projects which will lead to relevant publications.

It is expected that shortlisted candidates will be interviewed provisionally on the 16th of January 2025, with the post-holder starting early 2025.

Main duties of the job

Research Element (50% component): There will be a specific clinical research project assigned to the successful candidate as mentioned above. There is plentiful opportunity to collaborate with other Fellows within this large team of gynaecological oncology trainees. The applicant will be expected to make a significant contribution to the research aspect of work, under a named research supervisor.

Clinical Element (50% component): The post-holder will be trained to assess patients referred to our tertiary unit. The post holder's clinical duties will be based on our in-patient surgical ward. This encompasses arranging investigations, selecting appropriate treatment and providing post-operative care. The post holder will require excellent communication skills to work on this ward providing care to patients with a wide range of disease presentations. Communication, team working and organizational skills are paramount in the care of our patients. The post holder will be required to demonstrate an awareness of the limitations of their practice.

The post-holder will also be expected to attend a variety of outpatient clinics which include new and follow-up Gynae-oncology clinics, colposcopy clinics and vulval skin clinics. The post-holder's clinical timetable may however be flexible to accommodate the clinical aspects of the research project - for instance clinical specimen collection.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronym ICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Job responsibilities

We are looking for one Clinical Research Fellow (CRF) who is aspiring to pursue a career in gynaecological oncology. The post of Clinical Research Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology is advertised for a fixed term period of 12 months in the first instance, which may be extended to a longer period subject to satisfactory progress, and research commitment.

The post is split 50:50 between research and clinical commitments. The beauty of this CRF post is that, whilst gaining research credentials, CRFs have ample opportunity to gain experience in the clinical and surgical care of patients with gynaecological cancer. Clinical duties will be based within the NGOC which is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead, a busy dedicated gynaecological oncology tertiary centre with 14 operating lists per week.

The successful candidate will take part in a full shift rota, with 6 other trainees and this is to manage gynae-oncology patients only. There is no obstetric or general gynaecology on call. This is a non-resident on call 1:7 on a 2-tier rota. When first on call you will be supported by a Subspecialty Fellow in the first period and a consultant off-site. This post is EWTD compliant.

Person Specification

Experience

• Clinical experience within relevant field
• Experience in gynaeoncology
• MRCOG part 1 or MRCS part 1
• Valid GMC registration with a licence to practice in the UK.
• Indication of career path.
• Experience in formal and informal teaching
• Experience in O&G/general surgery at senior SHO/ST level or above
• Knowledge of IT
• Evidence of research developments.
• Progress towards Higher Medical Qualification.
• MRCOG or equivalent
• Colposcopy experience / BSCCP accreditation or equivalent
• Research and Teaching Experience
• Aiming to pursue a career in Gynaecological Oncology

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.

Depending on experience £61,825 (Junior Fellow) or £70,425 (Senior Fellow) pro rata