Oncology Research Fellow

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p></p><div>Oxford Population Health (Nuffield Department of Population Health) contains world-renowned population health research groups and provides an excellent environment for multi-disciplinary research and teaching. The Clinical Trial Service Unit (CTSU) is a major international research institute within NDPH, and is one of the world&#8217;s leading centres for research into chronic diseases, especially heart disease, kidney disease and cancer.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>We are seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to work in a Cancer Research UK funded research programme that aims to quantify the benefits and risks of cancer treatments. This post would suit either a medical or clinical oncologist.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The main role will be to quantify the risks from one or more systematic therapies using large-scale data in randomised trials. The post-holder will use their oncology expertise to identify relevant trials and extract data. These data will be analysed in partnership with statisticians within the team to produce dose-response relationships. The risks from systematic therapy can then be compared with the benefits, to inform clinical decisions for patients today.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The post-holder may also provide oncology input to some of the other ongoing studies and meta-analyses being conducted within the group.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>This post must be held in conjunction with an honorary (non-stipendiary) contract with a relevant NHS Trust. To be considered for this role you will be medically qualified, GMC registered with a valid licence to practice and a Member or Fellow, of a relevant Royal College (or equivalent). You will also have a good grounding in oncology: for clinical oncologists, FRCR part 1 or equivalent; for medical oncologists, a national medical oncology training number or equivalent. You will have strong organisational and communication skills and an ability to work with attention to detail.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The post is full time (although part time will be considered) and fixed term for 2 years in the first instance. Subject to passing selection criteria, there may be an opportunity for candidates to study for a DPhil.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div><strong>The closing date for applications is noon on Friday, 27 September 2024.</strong></div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div><strong>You will be required to upload a CV and a cover letter as part of your online application. The cover letter should clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.</strong></div> </div>