Job overview

• To generate and pursue independent and original early phase trial related clinical trial ideas through interactions with pre-clinical scientists in Cardiff, Wales and through participation in the Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre /Industry Alliance process
• To disseminate research findings using appropriate and effective publications, national/international meetings and conferences, and research seminars.
• To identify sources of external funding and apply for them, preparing research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate

This post is a fixed term/secondment for 2 years, from 1st October 2026-30th September 2028, due to funding.  If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

This Clinical Research Fellowship will be conducting research within oncology and contribute to the overall research performance of Velindre and leading to the publishing of work in high-quality journals. The post holder will be supported to finish their higher research degree if required (PhD/MD) and the Fellowship will provide an opportunity for an oncology trainee to undertake a dedicated period of research during their training, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and links to become future cancer research leaders in Wales.

Working for our organisation

Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services. 

Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.

At Velindre University NHS Trust we aim to foster a culture of discovery, collaboration, and continuous improvement.  We will achieve this by embedding research and innovation into everything we do, to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for our patients and communities.

If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/