Clinical Fellowship in Movement Disorders/Deep Brain Stimulation

University College London Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious NHS hospital in London is seeking applicants for the Advanced Clinical Training Fellowship in Movement Disorders/Deep Brain Stimulation. This 12-month full-time fellowship starting in September 2025 offers the opportunity to join a leading neurology team, focusing on monitoring patient outcomes and engaging in research projects. Join a renowned institution dedicated to high-quality patient care and exceptional medical education.

Qualifications

• Experience in neurology or equivalent specialty.
• Knowledge of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support neurology activities of the Unit.
• Monitor patient outcomes and program DBS.
• Participate in research projects and audits.

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Applicants are invited for the Advanced Clinical Training Fellowship in Movement Disorders/Deep Brain Stimulation (Advanced Neurology SPR Level) working at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN), Queen Square. The holder of this post will work as part of the Neurology team of the Unit of Functional Neurosurgery.

Duration and Start

The 12-month full time clinical fellowship is available from September 2025.

Role and Activities

The fellow will support the neurology activity of the consultants of the Unit of Functional Neurosurgery, in particular monitoring patient outcome and programming DBS. They will take part in research projects and audits conducted in the Unit.

About UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

Sites

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recent NHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025