Clinical Research Fellow - Oxford, United Kingdom - University of Oxford

University of Oxford

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Oxford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

About the Role
You will be responsible for supporting the DeLIVER team in acquiring liver tissue by i) performing fine needle aspirations/liver biopsy, and ii) by liaising with the interventional radiologists and hepatobiliary surgeons.

This program would involve the evaluation of bio-markers (immune and/or genetic) in blood, HCC, and the back-ground liver, that will support early cancer detection and enhance our understanding of pathways in the liver that lead to HCC transformation.

About the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM)

What We Offer

Flexible working
An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days' annual leave (including bank holidays)
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle loan scheme
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
DPhil fees paid

About You
The post is suitable for a clinician in hepatology, hepatobiliary surgery or oncology, interested in research training. Previous experience in immunology, genomics, or other areas relevant to early cancer detection of liver cancer will be welcomed.

You will maintain accurate and detailed research records, acting in the interests of the patients at all times and adhering to good clinical practice.

Laboratory work will be conducted safely and in line with safety operating procedures.

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