Locum Consultant - Medical Oncology Lymphoma

The Christie NHS FT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer care organization in Manchester is looking for a Locum Consultant in Medical Oncology focusing on Lymphoma. This role involves providing high-quality patient care, leading clinical research initiatives, and engaging in teaching and supervision of medical students. Candidates should have MRCP and a PhD or equivalent, plus experience in oncology. The position offers a salary between £109,725 and £145,478 annually.

Qualifications

• Evidence of productive ethical research relevant to oncology.
• Recent publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care and oversight for medical oncology inpatients and outpatients.
• Develop and deliver a high-quality clinical service aimed at improving patient outcomes.
• Lead new investigator-initiated studies through the UKCCC Lymphoma Group.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Teamwork

Teaching experience

Education

MRCP or equivalent

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Locum Consultant - Medical Oncology Lymphoma

This fixed-term, six-month post within the Lymphoma Disease Group offers an exciting opportunity to contribute equally to clinical service and academic research (50:50 split). The position is for 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week and is based at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, a leading centre for cancer care and research.

The post-holder will have clinical responsibilities in lymphoma oncology, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care in line with NICE Improving Outcomes Guidance for Haematological Cancers. In addition to direct clinical duties, the successful candidate will actively contribute to the development and implementation of research initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for patients with lymphoma. They will collaborate with two University clinical academics leading research in late effects and translational biomarkers at The Christie and the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). Consultants in the department participate in an on-call rota that involves a commitment to a full week in every twenty weeks with responsibilities during normal working hours and non-resident out of hours.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic clinician with an interest in academic medicine to gain experience within a dynamic multidisciplinary team at one of the UK's foremost cancer centres.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care & clinical oversight for medical oncology inpatients & outpatients within the lymphoma service. They will develop, lead and deliver a high-quality clinical programme aimed at improving patient outcomes & will play a key role in establishing a regional cardio-oncology service. A significant aspect of the role will be to expand the clinical trials portfolio, increasing patient access to novel therapies and personalised medicine, particularly through the adoption of biomarker-driven trial designs.

The apointee will lead new investigator-initiated studies through the UKCCC Lymphoma Group and work to increase referrals for clinical trials & second opinions, thereby enhancing the national and international visibility of the service. They will contribute to the planned expansion of ECMC early-phase lymphoma research, supporting patients' access to innovative treatments & generating additional commercial income for the Trust. In addition, the post-holder will develop real-world observational studies on rare lymphomas such as PMBCL and PTLD through national & international collaboration.

The role also carries important academic & educational responsibilities, including participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and the supervision of MD & PhD students. The post-holder will lead a regional oncology education programme for foundation trainees, supporting the development of the next generation of clinical academics.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will have clinical commitments in Lymphoma oncology and will help to develop and deliver a high quality clinical and research service to improve outcomes for patients with lymphoma.

The role will be responsible for:

Provide comprehensive care and oversight for medical oncology inpatients and outpatients. Develop, lead, and deliver a high-quality clinical service aimed at improving patient outcomes. Assist in establishing a regional cardio-oncology service. Expand the clinical trials portfolio to offer patients increased access to novel therapies and personalized medicine, especially with the adoption of biomarker-driven trial designs. Lead new investigator-initiated studies through the UKCCC Lymphoma Group. Increase referrals for clinical trials and second opinions to enhance national and international visibility. Contribute to the planned expansion of ECMC early-phase lymphoma research, benefiting patients directly and generating additional commercial income for the Trust. Expand real-world observational studies on rare lymphomas (e.g., PMBCL, PTLD) through national and international collaboration. Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and educational activities. Supervise MD/PhD students and lead a regional oncology education program for foundation trainees.

Person Specification

• MRCP or equivalent
• PhD or equivalent
• GMC registration with a license to practice
• Evidence of productive ethical research relevant to oncology
• A period of dedicated research time as a clinical fellow or equivalent beyond time spent working to a higher degree
• Recent publications in peer-reviewed journals

Training

• Wide experience of Oncology including Lymphoma Cancers

Experience

• Appropriate experience across all disease groups in Medical Oncology Experience with immunotherapy and targeted therapy
• Evidence of wide experience and training in general and oncological medicine at specialist registrar or similar (e.g. specialty doctor) level
• Experience in teaching undergraduates
• Demonstrated interest and experience in teaching/education of junior doctors, nurses and medical students
• Evidence of communication skills training in advanced techniques for communicating significant news to patients
• Knowledge of General Medical Council requirements for revalidation and the UK National Health Service process of appraisal

Personal Skills

• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances within a team
• Evidence of clinical leadership skills
• Proven ability to lead a team
• Integrity, management and communication skills including teaching
• Confident in ability but knowing own limitations
• Demonstrates knowledge, logic and efficiency
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility, commitment and teamwork with colleagues and staff in the department
• Hardworking, enthusiastic achiever. Good attendance record. Patient friendly.
• Must be resilient and well organised
• Ability to work under pressure
• Self-motivator and able to motivate team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Consultant Academic - Medical Oncology - Lymphoma

£109,725 to £145,478 a yearPer Annum Pro rata