Senior LED Clinical Research Fellow (Gynae Oncolgy) | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

We are inviting applicants for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology. Candidates should be highly motivated to undertake a postgraduate degree and they will be expected to register (and self-fund) an MPhil with the University of Manchester, with the potential to convert this to an MD degree, depending on academic progress. These are also clinical posts and candidates should be at a level expected of an ST3+ trainee. The split between academic and clinical time is 60%/40%. Candidates who are successful at interview will be expected to apply for Out of Program Research (OOPR) if they are currently in a training post.

This post is ideally suited towards candidates considering future subspecialty training in gynaecological oncology, whilst maintaining clinical skills through working in busy tertiary and secondary care settings.

• To establish the outcomes of importance to patients and clinicians undertaking endometrial cancer clinical research.
• To describe the use of primary cytoreductive surgery and neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by interval debulking surgery for advanced endometrial cancer across the UK.
• To compare survival outcomes for primary cytoreductive surgery and neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by interval debulking surgery for the treatment of advanced endometrial cancer across different molecular subgroups.

The Clinical Research Fellow will be supervised by a team of consultants. The Clinical Research Fellow will need to respect the roles of others within a multidisciplinary team and communicate with them appropriately.

The weekly timetable will vary from week to week. The clinical component may include sessions in outpatients, theatre and ward rounds, or other specialist sessions. Research days are usually fixed.

Applicants are invited to contact the Lead Clinician for further details.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. You’ll need to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. It also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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