Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+/Senior) in Gynaecological Oncology

Job overview

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow (Higher ST6+/Senior) in Gynaecological Oncology to commence latest by 28 September 2026 until 27 September 2027

Main duties of the job

The post is that of a Senior Registrar level doctor, to work with the Gynaecological Oncology team for the entire duration of the post.

The post holder would be expected to support the theatre and outpatient duties, in addition to the multidisciplinary team service and all Inpatients under the care of the team.

In order to be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria: completed basic training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology up to ST5 level or above.

Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition. However, it is an excellent opportunity to gain substantial out of program experience in gynaecological surgery, oncology and peri-operative care.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.

Working for our organisation

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person specification

Shortlistable

Essential criteria

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application

BLS Course

Completion of Foundation Competencies

Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

Completed a minimum of four to six months experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the UK or equivalent

Desirable criteria

MRCOG part 2

RCOG ATSM / SITM which includes a surgical component

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Further details / informal visits contact

Name

Dr Helen Bolton

Job title

Clinical Lead for Gynaecological Oncology

Email address

View email address on careers.cuh.nhs.uk

Additional information

The post holder would be expected to take part in audits and attend regular M&M meetings, as well as taking responsibility to collate and present Risk and Governance Data, and support the administrative running of the gynae-oncology resident and surgical team calendar. 

The post holder would work as a part of a team of 7 Consultants, one sub-specialty Trainee, Senior and Junior Registrars as well our team of Clinical Nurse specialists and Surgical Care Practioner.

Informal enquiries about this post should be addressed to Dr Helen Bolton, Clinical Lead for Gynaecological Oncology via email at View email address on careers.cuh.nhs.uk