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

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Fellow in ENT, specializing in Otology and Hearing Implantation. This role is ideal for those with a passion for advancing their career in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will gain invaluable experience under the mentorship of skilled Otologists, working on complex cases and contributing to research initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical skills and make a significant impact in the field of otology. If you are dedicated to excellence in patient care and eager to learn, this fellowship is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the GMC is required.
• Candidates should have 4+ years’ experience as a Specialty Registrar.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to complex Otological practice and Hearing Implantation.
• Involvement in Departmental research opportunities.

Skills

Listening Skills

Reading Skills

Writing Skills

Speaking Skills

Core Otological 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 (Otology & Hearing Implantation). 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. 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

The Fellowship is designed for trainees who want to pursue a career in Otology and Hearing Implantation. Candidates should have at least four years’ experience as a Specialty Registrar in a Type 1 post and hold the FRCS (ORL-HNS) exit examination or equivalent.

This Fellowship offers exposure to all aspects of complex Otological practice and Hearing Implantation under the guidance of 6 Otologists. It is expected that the successful applicant will have good core otological 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]