Clinical Research Fellow

Salary: £51,931 per annum

Reporting to: Professor Nick James and Dr Hoda Abdel-Aty

Duration of

Contract:

Fixed Term for 24 months in the first instance

Hours per week: 40 hours per week (Full Time). Less than Full time (LTFT) may be considered.

Location: Sutton and Chelsea (Cross-site)

Closing Date: 15th October 2026

This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. Support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here.

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Urological Cancer (STAMPEDE2 Trial Comparison P) within the Prostate and Bladder Cancer Research Team at The Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will contribute to the development and delivery of clinical and translational research within STAMPEDE2, with a particular focus on Comparison P, evaluating PSMA-targeted radioligand therapy in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.

This post is an excellent opportunity for a clinician wishing to develop a career in academic oncology and clinical trials. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a research project leading to an MD(Res) or PhD, and will receive training and experience in clinical trial development and conduct, radioligand therapy, advanced imaging and translational research. The role will include involvement in the STAMPEDE2 Comparison P imaging sub-study incorporating PSMA PET and whole-body MRI, as well as collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams at the ICR, Royal Marsden, UCL and other national and international centres.

The fellow will also gain experience in data analysis, presentation of research at national and international meetings, and preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

To be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council and MRCP or equivalent
• At least two years of oncology training in a recognised UK or overseas centre
• A good understanding of the principles of clinical management of malignancy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

The Prostate and Bladder Cancer Research Team, within the ICR Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging, has a strong track record in the design and delivery of large-scale clinical trials in prostate and bladder cancer. The successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary uro-oncology research group working across the ICR and Royal Marsden in Sutton and Chelsea and will work closely with the STAMPEDE and STAMPEDE2 teams at the Innovative Clinical Trials Unit  post will provide extensive exposure to academic clinical trial development, advanced imaging, translational research and emerging prostate cancer treatments, including PSMA radioligand therapy and stereotactic radiotherapy.

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Nick James or Dr Hoda abdel-Aty via email on [email protected] or hoda. [email protected].

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