OASIS Clinical Research Fellow

Job Description

About Us

University College London (UCL)

UCL is one of the UK’s leading universities, consistently ranked among the world’s top 10. Based in central London, UCL has a rich history of academic excellence, with staff and alumni including 20 Nobel Prize winners. Founded in 1826, UCL was the first university in England to admit students regardless of race or religion and to admit women on equal terms with men. Today, UCL thrives on the diversity and creativity of its community, making it an inspiring place to work and study.

UCL Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering is the largest in the UK, ranked second most impactful in Europe and first for Research Strength in the Research Excellence Framework. The Department of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering is one of the largest in the UK and hosts internationally-leading research groups across multiple sites. Its focus is on developing new technologies for disease diagnosis, treatment, and management using medical imaging, physiological monitoring, and implanted devices.

UCL Hawkes Institute

The Hawkes Institute is a multi-disciplinary research institute at the intersection of engineering and health, advancing healthcare technologies. It combines UCL’s Centre for Medical Image Computing (CMIC) and Wellcome/EPSRC Centre for Interventional and Surgical Sciences (WEISS) to maximise synergy across computational, engineering, and medical research.

OASIS Hub

The OASIS Hub is an EPSRC-funded programme led by UCL in collaboration with Cambridge and Imperial College London. Its goal is to develop low-cost, portable devices for cancer detection using optical, acoustic, and photoacoustic imaging. The Hub brings together academic, industry, and NHS partners to accelerate clinical translation, establish datasets, and enable less invasive interventions in the UK.

About the Role

Applications are invited for a Clinical Research Fellow to join the OASIS Hub project within the UCL Hawkes Institute and the Department of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering. This EPSRC-funded role involves collaboration with UCL, Imperial College, and Cambridge. The successful applicant will hold a nodal 3 grade in a GMC-approved training scheme.

The role focuses on the clinical translation of novel optical, acoustic, and photoacoustic imaging devices for improved cancer detection. Responsibilities include:

Laboratory and pre-clinical evaluation in collaboration with engineering teams at Charles Bells House, Bloomsbury.

Translational evaluation using donated tissues and early-stage observational studies with consenting patients in HPB cancer surgery (liver/pancreas), Neurosurgery, and Paediatric Surgery.

Opportunities to collaborate with OASIS partners at Imperial College and Cambridge.

The position is funded for 36 months. The postholder will be “out of programme” from their medical training scheme. This role is eligible for a Skilled Worker visa or Global Talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration regulations. Applications for part-time, flexible, or job-share arrangements will also be considered.

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff: UCL Terms and Conditions

About You

The ideal candidate will:

Hold a medical degree and have completed basic surgical training.

Possess GMC registration or evidence of eligibility for full GMC registration.

Have experience in academic research and publication.

Demonstrate strong communication skills and willingness to contribute to public engagement activities.

Applicants should provide a CV and Cover Letter. The Cover Letter should explain how the candidate meets the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. This can be uploaded in the designated section of the online application form.

Benefits

UCL offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)

Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme

Defined benefit CARE pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Immigration and relocation support (for eligible posts)

On-site nursery and gym facilities

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Employee Assistance Programme and discounted medical insurance

More information: UCL Rewards & Benefits

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

UCL values diversity as a driver of creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ individuals.

The department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award in recognition of advancing gender equality. More information: UCL Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion