Clinical Research Training Fellow

World Cancer Research Fund Clinical Research Training Fellow in breast cancer

This post offers the opportunity for a Doctor in specialist training to gain experience in breast cancer research within a comprehensive centre for cancer treatment and research. It is designed to fulfil the requirements for an out-of-programme experience for a specialist medical trainee in oncology, breast surgery, pathology or any other disciplines related to breast cancer, but may also be suitable for an individual who does not yet have a national training number but is committed to and wishes to pursue a career in the field of breast cancer. You will take part in a structured training programme of research leading to submission of a higher degree and there are excellent opportunities to maintain your clinical skills within the relevant clinical departments of University Hospital Southampton cancer services.

The post is not formally recognised for training but there are well-developed site specialised multidisciplinary teams that afford the opportunity to gain expertise in the surgical and oncological management of breast cancer.   There is no out of hours commitment. 

This is a 3 year fixed term contract in the first instance. 

Visits to the Breast Cancer Research Group within the  Cancer Sciences School for discussions about this post are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Professor Ellen Copson or Professor Ramsey Cutress (E.Copson@soton.ac.uk/ R.I.Cutress@soton.ac.uk)

Please note: successful applicants will be appointed to a different salary range (£44159 to £64288) if they were at ST3 on or before 2 August 2016

The Faculty of Medicine holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities and gender balance in the workplace. The Faculty recognises that applicants may seek flexible working patterns which will be considered as part of the recruitment process. For further information including key benefits designed to help maintain and support employees' well-being and work-life balance, please see our working with us website pages.  

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.