Consultant Medical Oncologist specialising in Colorectal and Upper Gastrointestinal Cancers

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Consultant Clinical Oncology Consultant specializing in upper GI and colorectal cancer services. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, participate in clinical supervision and lead engagement in research trials. This opportunity offers a chance to influence patient care and contribute to medical education. Applications welcome from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed medical practitioner specializing in oncology.
• Experience in upper GI and colorectal cancer services is required.
• Commitment to participate in clinical research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist oncology input into Upper GI and Colorectal services.
• Participate in the multidisciplinary team and manage cross cover.
• Engage in clinical trials and supervise trainees.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Clinical supervision

Research participation

Education

Medical degree

Specialist oncology training

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre provides Specialist Oncology services to 60% of the Scottish population. The centre sees over 8,000 new patients a year and over 60,000 return patients. Over 105, 000 fractions courses of radiotherapy and over 25,000 cycles of SACT are given each year.

The Specialist Oncology Service is looking for a consultant clinical oncology consultant in Upper GI and Colorectal cancer services. This post represents a career opportunity for a clinician with imagination, drive and commitment to work with the other oncology consultants and the wider cancer multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will provide upper GI and colorectal oncology expertise.

Clinical Commitments

The successful applicant will take up a post providing Specialist Oncology input into Upper GI (Lanarkshire) and Colorectal (GG&C) services. The cancer services in West of Scotland are linked to the relevant local and regional MDTs. These services are mature, developed and supported by teams of existing Consultant Clinical and Medical Oncologists. Cross cover is provided by named colleagues. Note that the post holder works as part of the team to manage cross cover for clinics.
The on call frequency based at the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre (BWoSCC) is 1:26. When on call the Consultant is expected to reduce/cancel scheduled off site clinical activities to participate in on call duties and the review of unscheduled admissions
The post holder is expected to participate in yearly appraisal and job planning with the Clinical Director.

Teaching, Management, Research and Audit

The successful applicant will participate in clinical supervision of trainees. Clinical trial recruitment is embedded within clinical practice within Specialist Oncology, which has an excellent supportive trials team and an exceptional track record for opening and recruiting to trials. The BWoSCC has a suite of seminar rooms for lectures and meetings and there is a well developed program of postgraduate medical education within the department, held on a Friday afternoon.

Research Opportunities

The BWoSCC has an excellent track record in clinical research. It is a major contributor to local, national and international trials with circa 1000 patients a year being entered and randomised through the Clinical Trials Unit. Patient numbers are such that the service is often among the global top recruiting sites in international trials, ensuring high impact publications for committed investigators.

For more information, please contact: Ionna Nixon, Clinical Director Specialist Oncology, 0141 301 7118, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

INTERVIEW DATE: 25/08/25

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