Job summary We are offering a position for a Clinical Doctor in the Sarcoma unit that would be suitable for a Medical Oncology Trainee who wishes to gain experience in management of soft tissue sarcoma. The research doctor has particular responsibility for patients in the Sarcoma unit participating in clinical trials. The role includes attending the two weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and relevant out-patient clinics to highlight potential participants to be recruited to trials; consenting patients, assessing and recording acute and late toxicities, reporting adverse events and performing response assessment. General duties will include assisting with other clinical studies, general out-patient duties and support the Specialist Registrar on the Unit as well as working closely with all members of the research team. Main duties of the job Develop grant writing skills for peer reviewed funding and/or endorsement of academic clinical and translational studies. This includes understanding how to appropriately cost a study and attribute the costs of healthcare research as required by major research funders Understand how to engage and involve patients and the public in clinical research in Sarcoma Learn how to gain relevant regulatory approvals for clinical and translational studies to be conducted in the NHS including an understanding of local processes (the RM/ICR Committee for Clinical Research) and national structures i.e. the Health Research Authority (HRA - ethical approval and NHS permission) and the MHRA (for clinical trials of investigational medicinal products and device trials) About us The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Date posted 15 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum incl. HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 282-CR401-MED Job locations The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea London SW3 6JJ Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Eligible for full GMC registration. Experience in Medical Oncology at Specialist Registrar level or equivalent MRCP or equivalent Desirable Higher degree Experience Essential A broad-based experience in sarcoma oncology, including systemic therapies Experience in clinical research Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential Interest and experience in the management of cancer patients Professional skills of a high standard Personal qualities Essential The ability to work in collaboration with the wider sarcoma team Good communication skills Other Essential Experience and interest in Sarcoma Person Specification Qualifications Essential Eligible for full GMC registration. Experience in Medical Oncology at Specialist Registrar level or equivalent MRCP or equivalent Desirable Higher degree Experience Essential A broad-based experience in sarcoma oncology, including systemic therapies Experience in clinical research Desirable Publications in peer reviewed journals Skills, abilities and knowledge Essential Interest and experience in the management of cancer patients Professional skills of a high standard Personal qualities Essential The ability to work in collaboration with the wider sarcoma team Good communication skills Other Essential Experience and interest in Sarcoma 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea London SW3 6JJ Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea London SW3 6JJ Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab). Location : The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea, SW3 6JJ London, United Kingdom