# Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
- **Town:** Bristol
- **Region:** South West
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Medical doctor
- **Speciality:** Oncology
- **Grade:** Junior
- **Salary:** £67,325 - £76,582 pa pro rata
- **Contract type:** Fixed term: 12 months (up to 12 months, contract duration depending on start date until September 2027)
- **Employment type:** Full time - 40 hours per week
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-26T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-07-13T15:13:23.885Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Bristol/Bristol/Bristol_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Oncology/Oncology-v8151909
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8151909?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

Clinical Research Fellow – Oncology 1.0    WTE Fixed term – 12 months (depending on start date) until September 2027

We are delighted to offer a 12-month fixed-term Clinical Research Fellow opportunity within Oncology at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC).

This unique post provides an approximately 50:50 split between clinical practice and research/quality improvement activity, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to develop both their clinical and academic interests within a supportive and innovative oncology team. The post is available on a full-time or part-time basis (minimum 0.8 WTE). The tumour site and project focus will be agreed with the successful applicant and aligned to current research, service development and quality improvement priorities across the department. There is also flexibility to tailor the role to individual interests for the right candidate.

BHOC is a leading regional cancer centre with a strong track record in clinical research, service innovation and multidisciplinary working, making it an excellent environment in which to develop your skills and experience.

For full details of the role, please refer to the attached job description.

### Main duties of the job

Timetable will be approximately 50:50 Clinical:Project work

Clinical The post holder will work within one or more oncology tumour site teams, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. Clinical duties will comprise approximately 50% of the role and will primarily involve reviewing patients in outpatient clinics, including those receiving treatment and those in follow-up. The post holder will assess and manage patients under appropriate consultant supervision, including those undergoing systemic anti-cancer treatment and radiotherapy, and will contribute to the coordination of patient care across established clinical pathways.

The post holder will participate in new patient clinics where required, undertaking clinical assessments pathways and contributing to treatment planning. They will attend and actively contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and other tumour site-specific meetings, supporting collaborative decision-making and ensuring safe, effective care planning. Depending on the tumour site(s), the role may also include day unit activity, including review of patients requiring urgent or unplanned assessment, as well as involvement in the care of inpatients under the relevant oncology teams.

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.

## Person Specification

### Skills and Abilities

**Essential**

- Computer skills. Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of principles of audit and research and willingness to participate in projects

**Desirable**

- Competent in prescription & administration of chemotherapy
- Experience in radiotherapy planning

### Knowledge and Experience

**Essential**

- Adult oncology
- General adult medicine (minimum 2 years)

### Qualifications and Training

**Essential**

- MBBS or equivalent
- Registration with GMC
- MRCP or equivalent
- FRCR Part 1

## Documents

- [dbs charge information (pdf, 119.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2399)
- [dbs charges information (pdf, 71.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3005)
- [uhbw staff benefits book (pdf, 12.5mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2134)
- [uhbw behaviours and values (pdf, 299.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2476)
- [policy statement - ex offenders (pdf, 424.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=667)
- [job description and person specification (pdf, 392.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10451683)

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