As an independent, non-profit Cancer Research Organisation established under the laws of Belgium, its mission is to coordinate and conduct international translational and clinical research to improve the standard of cancer treatment for patients. EORTC aims ultimately to increase people’s survival and quality of life by testing new therapeutic strategies based on existing drugs, surgery, and radiotherapy. EORTC also helps develop new drugs and approaches in partnership with the pharmaceutical industry and in patients’ best interests. In addition to independence, EORTC is recognised for scientific and methodological rigor bringing robust datasets to doctors and patients for therapeutic improvement. EORTC covers all disciplines to fight against cancer. EORTC research leaves no one behind and addresses all patients, including patients with rare tumours and specific patient populations.
Position overview
This fellowship focuses on advancing the methodology of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in oncology clinical trials. The project will investigate potential bias in PRO findings from open-label studies through synthesis of available literature and analysis of EORTC trial data. The fellow will also contribute to other research activities related to PROs and quality of life in cancer research.
The fellowship position is a 1-year programme (renewable for a maximum of 1 year).
Location and working arrangement: Brussels, Belgium (EORTC Headquarters). EORTC offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing a balance between remote (home) working and onsite presence.
Start date: flexible, earliest possible
Travel: travel to bi-annual project meetings, optional: travel to international conferences
The fellow will be supervised by the Principal Investigator (PI) within the EORTC Quality of Life Department, in close collaboration with the co-PI at the Medical University of Innsbruck, Austria, within an international, multidisciplinary research environment.
Opportunities provided in the fellowship:
Practical experience in conducting a systematic review/meta-analysis.
Advancing one’s skills in analysing PRO and clinical trial data.
Experience in methodology on the use of PROs and QOL in cancer clinical trials within an international oncology research organisation.
Work in a multi-disciplinary and international research setting.#
Collaboration with leading experts and international stakeholder
Main responsibilities / Major Activities
Coordinate the day-to-day project activities and meetings.
Lead in the systematic review/meta-analysis on the extent of bias in PRO findings in open-label trial designs
Collaborate with internal teams and international partners.
Organize and contribute to stakeholder meetings.
Prepare slides and present project developments at bi-annual EORTC Quality of Life Group meetings.
Co-author publications and present findings at international conferences.
Support other scientific and methodological research activities related to PROs and clinical trials.
Profile
Essential:
A master’s degree or PhD in statistics or a relevant methodological field.
Experience with meta-analysis, systematic reviews and a strong methodological background in empirical research.
Experience with statistical software package (e.g., SAS or R).
Interest in clinical trial design and quality of life research.
Excellent writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly.
Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, in English.
Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Desirable:
Experience writing guidelines, scientific publications, abstracts, and grant applications.
Experience in health-related outcome measures, quality of life research, and patient-reported outcomes.
Experience in oncology, clinical trials and cancer-related symptoms or outcomes research.
Experience with R statistical software.
If you meet the requirements for this position, please send your CV and a letter of motivation in English to: EORTC Fellowship Program – E-mail:
[email protected]
Deadline for submission application: 30 September 2026
Incomplete application will not be considered
Benefits
Grant
Hybrid working environment (from Belgium only)
30 days holidays (full time)
Free parking
Reimbursement of public transport
