Clinical Research Fellow

Imperial College London - Department of Surgery & Cancer

Location:	London
Salary:	£52,655 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	25th February 2026
Closes:	9th March 2026
Job Ref:	MED05478

About the role

We are seeking to appoint four Clinical Research Fellow/Resident Medical Officer who will be involved in a major research project under the direction of a member of academic staff at Imperial College. The post holder will be expected to partake in a clinical RMO role with an on call commitment of 1 in 6 which has a prospective cover, looking after patients within an Imperial private healthcare facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an interest in the following specialities:

Oncology, Women’s Oncology, Vascular, Haematology, Cardiology, Cardiothoracic, General Surgery, Urology, General Medicine, Endocrine, Anaesthetics, Orthopaedics, Neurology, HpB, Respiratory. You must be able to demonstrate some previous experience in research and must show evidence of ability to develop personal research projects.

During the course of the appointment the Clinical Research Fellow will undertake studies leading to a higher research degree. The appointee’s research work may take place in a Department other than the Division of Surgery. Clinical work will be undertaken to provide on-call/cover clinics only at the direction of the trust and as set out within the contract. The appointee cannot do any clinical work outside the employing organisation.

What you would be doing

The post holder will be required to undertake a leading role in a major research project. The research project will entail project design, experimental work in addition to data analysis and reporting the results in peer-reviewed journals. Research projects will be in one of the Divisional themes including various surgical and cancer specialties, and safety and quality.The post holder will provide a 1-in-6 which has a prospective cover on-site medical cover to a nominated private patient unit at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, including working hours and antisocial hours as required.
The RMOs are expected to be readily available to attend the ward, hence during their shifts are not to routinely assist in theatre unless a case is a clinical emergency. The RMOs are expected to meet regularly with the clinical lead for their site to discuss any issues.

What we are looking for

A degree in medicine (MBBS or equivalent) and full MRCS in surgery or MRCP in medicine equivalent is desirable, as is full General Medical Council registration and advanced Life Support training completed within six months prior to appointment.

What we can offer you

• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This is a full-time post, fixed-term contract to start on the 01/10/2026 - 30/09/2029.

As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the appropriate level, will be required for the successful candidate.