Oncology/ Haematology Clinical Research Fellow

Job Overview

Applications are invited for a Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology and Haematology Medicine post commencing as soon as possible, a two year post.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

• Assist in the delivery of commercial and academic clinical trials across Oncology and Haematology.
• Identify and screen suitable patients for clinical trial participation.
• Support the consent process, recruitment, follow-up, and trial-related assessments.
• Collaborate closely with Principal Investigators, research nurses, trial coordinators, and the wider Research & Development team.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to data collection, analysis, audit, and dissemination of research findings.
• Present research outcomes at local, national, and international meetings where appropriate.
• Support the development of peer-reviewed publications and academic outputs.
• Contribute to the expansion of the commercial and non-commercial Oncology and Haematology clinical trials portfolio within BCUHB.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Informal enquires and visits are welcomed by contacting both

Dr Julie Jones, Associate Specialist Medical Oncology Joint Clinical Lead - julie.dr.jones@wales.nhs.uk andDr Durga Moratuwagama Consultant Haematologist Durgadevi.Moratuwagama@wales.nhs.uk

Roles & Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

The postholder will:

• Work with senior medical staff to provide high-quality clinical care for patients with haematological and solid malignancies across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Gain experience in the assessment and management of acute oncology and haematology presentations, including treatment-related complications and oncological emergencies.
• Participate in the triage and review of urgent referrals and provide clinical advice as required.
• Undertake ward rounds, patient reviews, documentation, prescribing, and treatment planning in accordance with local and national guidance.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and community teams to deliver patient-centred care.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical decision-making processes.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, clinical governance, and professional practice.

Informal enquires and visits are welcomed by contacting both

Dr Julie Jones, Associate Specialist Medical Oncology Joint Clinical Lead - julie.dr.jones@wales.nhs.uk andDr Durga Moratuwagama Consultant Haematologist Durgadevi.Moratuwagama@wales.nhs.uk

Clinical Responsibilities

The postholder will:

• Work with senior medical staff to provide high-quality clinical care for patients with haematological and solid malignancies across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Gain experience in the assessment and management of acute oncology and haematology presentations, including treatment-related complications and oncological emergencies.
• Participate in the triage and review of urgent referrals and provide clinical advice as required.
• Undertake ward rounds, patient reviews, documentation, prescribing, and treatment planning in accordance with local and national guidance.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and community teams to deliver patient-centred care.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical decision-making processes.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, clinical governance, and professional practice.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• MB ChB or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• GCP certificate and MRCP

Experience

Essential criteria

• Completion of foundation programme (F2)

Desirable criteria

• Two years of post - foundation programme clinical practice

Research

Desirable criteria

• Exposure to research methodology at some level. Peer reviwed publications. Evidence of national or international conference presentation