Consultant Histopathologist - Haematology (NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant) - Haematopathology[...]

Royal Marsden; London; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Marsden is seeking a Consultant in Haematopathology to contribute to a leading cancer care team. The role involves diagnostic reporting and supporting research initiatives, with a commitment to excellence in patient care. This position offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in haematological malignancies.
• Able to organise education for junior doctors.
• Evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT for non-UK trained applicants.

Responsibilities

• Produce integrated diagnostic reports.
• Support research within the CMP.
• Engage with educational pathways for junior doctors.

Skills

Consultant level experience in histopathology

Organisation of education and training

International research reputation

Education

Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists

Full and Specialist registration with the GMC

Higher (Research) Degree (MD)

Job description

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area Haematopathology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 282-SA629-AAC

Employer The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea Town Chelsea Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum incl. HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 29/07/2025 23:59

Job overview

The new post holder will be a key member of the RMH SIHMDS team, working together with the other 4 specialist histopathologists (2.5 WTE) who have a special interest in haematopathology, haematology consultants and leads for the other technical disciplines, to ensure the timely production of a fully integrated diagnostic report. The post holder will fill one of three and a half whole time equivalent pathologists within the CMP and provide support to internal RMH and external partners diagnostic service and translational research in the CMP (as required). There will also be opportunities to engage with pathologists from user organisations to develop appropriate sample pathways as well as links for education and research.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be expected to undertake managerial and organisational duties as required within the CMP to support the established staff within the Unit. The appointee will be expected to support the research undertaken by Units within the CMP by providing pathological interpretation across tumour types.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Status

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent qualifications
• Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Applicants that are UK trained, will ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained will show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• Demonstrable consultant level experience in the histopathology of haematological malignancies.
• Higher (Research) Degree (MD)

Experience

• Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates
• International research reputation in relevant field

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.