Clinical Fellow (Higher ST6+/Senior Post CCT) in ENT (Neurotology)

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Fellow in ENT (Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery) for a year-long fellowship. This role offers valuable exposure to various skull base pathologies and the opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons. The ideal candidate will possess strong core otological and endoscopic skills and a keen interest in research. This position requires effective communication skills in English and a valid GMC licence to practice. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will enhance patient care and advance your professional development.

Qualifications

• Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the GMC required.
• Non-UK applicants must possess IELTS/OET for GMC licence.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to all types of skull base pathology under guidance.
• Involvement in departmental research opportunities.

Skills

Listening skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Speaking skills

Otological skills

Endoscopic skills

Education

MRCS or FRCS qualification

Intercollegiate Exit Examination or equivalent

Job description

Job overview

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow (Higher ST6+/Senior Post CCT) in ENT (Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery).

This post is available from 07 October 2026 until 05 October 2027.

Main duties of the job

In order to be considered applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

1. MRCS or FRCS qualification
2. Intercollegiate Exit Examination or equivalent

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.

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

Working for your 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.

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

This Fellowship offers exposure to all types of anterior, central, and lateral skull base pathology under the guidance of 5 Skull Base Surgeons. It is expected that the successful applicant will have good core otological and endoscopic skills and a desire to be involved in Departmental research opportunities.

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

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Mr Daniele Borsetto

Job title: Consultant

Email address: [e-mail]

Additional contact information

Informal enquiries about this post should be addressed to Daniele Borsetto at [e-mail] or via his secretary: Bianca Saunders at 01223 586638, [e-mail].