Clinical Fellow Core (ST1-2) for a Rotational Programme in Surgery

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking Clinical Fellows for a rotational programme in surgery. This role offers significant exposure to various surgical specialties, including major trauma care. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree in Surgery, partially funded by the trust. Ideal for Resident Doctors looking to advance their surgical training.

Benefits

50% funding for Master's in Surgery

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills in English required.
• IELTS/OET certification needed for non-UK applicants.

Responsibilities

• Caring for surgical patients, including major trauma inpatients.
• Exposure to surgical specialties including urology and trauma.

Skills

Communication

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Job description

Clinical Fellow Core (ST1-2) for a Rotational Programme in Surgery

Applications are invited for Clinical Fellow rotational posts in surgery (core level) working across surgical specialities including major trauma, urology, and trauma and orthopaedics.

These posts are available from 06 August 2025 for 12 months. This position is ideal for a Resident Doctor seeking a multi-specialty core surgical training equivalent post.

Main duties of the job

The post offers significant exposure to surgical specialties including urology, trauma, and orthopaedics, as well as major trauma care.

The successful candidate will be involved in caring for surgical patients, including multiply injured Major Trauma inpatients on the Major Trauma Ward.

Up to two successful applicants may be partially funded to complete a Master in Surgery (MChir) degree at the University of Cambridge. The Major Trauma Service will fund 50% of the course fees (£4,694 per year), with the fellow expected to cover the remaining 50%. The MChir degree is a 2-year part-time program, and fellows will be offered a 2-year placement.

At the end of the 2-year post, candidates are expected to be well-positioned to apply for ST3 positions.

Applicants must hold an MBBS or equivalent medical qualification, with full registration and a Licence to Practice from the GMC at the time of application.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or formal training recognition. This post may be suitable for those wishing to undertake an “F3” role.

Working for your organisation

Applicants must demonstrate effective communication skills in English, as outlined in GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess IELTS/OET certification prior to obtaining a GMC licence.

Applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Skilled worker applicants applying for UK entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence in the past 10 years where they have resided for 12 months or more. Adult dependants over 18 are also 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 attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.