Locum Specialist Registrar in Neuropathology

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in London is seeking a Locum Specialist Registrar in Neuropathology for a 6-month training post. Applicants must have passed the FRCPath part I examination and possess ST2 level Histopathology knowledge. The role involves reporting surgical neuropathology cases and offers opportunities to participate in research and advanced diagnostics. Attractive salary and a chance to work at one of the top NHS trusts in the UK.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunity for research

Qualifications

• Must have passed the FRCPath part I examination.
• Applicants should have at least ST2 level Histopathology knowledge.
• Strong interest in Neuropathology Diagnostics required.

Responsibilities

• Report surgical neuropathology diagnostic cases alongside consultants.
• Participate in neuromuscular diagnostics.
• Engage in research projects related to neuropathology.

Skills

Histopathology knowledge

Neuropathology Diagnostics

Advanced diagnostic techniques

Communication skills

Education

FRCPath part I

BSc, MSc, MD, or PhD in Histopathology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Go back University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Specialist Registrar in Neuropathology

The closing date is 06 August 2025

POST BECOMES VACANT ON 01/08/2025- Applications are invited to a locum training post in Neuropathology (6 months). Applicants should have passed the FRCPath part I examination. They will enter training at ST3 level. Candidates must be on the GMC Register by date of appointment.

Applicants should have at least ST2 level Histopathology knowledge and a strong interest in Neuropathology Diagnostics, specifically in surgical neuropathology, and molecular pathology.

Training will be offered in the Department of Neuropathology, UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology and National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, part of University College hospitals NHS foundation trust.

Main duties of the job

Applicants are expected to report surgical neuropathology diagnostic cases alongside with our consultants, and there will be opportunities to participate neuromuscular diagnostics.

Applicants with knowledge of advanced diagnostic techniques, specifically molecular pathology of CNS tumours and their diagnostic integration are highly encouraged to apply. The close interlink of our neuropathology department with clinical neurosciences and basic research institutions opens unique opportunities to pursue research projects.

About us

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.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight 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.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Job responsibilities

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 survey UCLH 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?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Possess UK GMC Registration. Applicants with equivalent overseas training will also be considered. Non-UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register or have confirmation that they are eligible for full GMC registration, by date of appointment.
• BSc, MSc, MD, PhD Training in Histopathology. Basic Training in Neuropathology. FRCPath part 1 (if from Histopathology route) or MRCP/MRCS
• Basic experience in surgical neuropathology Brain dissection.
• Experience in post mortem examinations including full body post mortem.

Clinical Experience

• Evidence of clinical experience and MRCP (F(M)RCS if entering from clinical route
• Familiarity with the provisions of the Human Tissue Act.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations of use of human tissue in research.
• Evidence of special diagnostic experience in surgical neuropathology
• An understanding of patient centred care and self-care approach
• Ability to take part in a research programme.
• Record of completed research.

Clinical Skills and Abilities

• Experience to teach laboratory scientists and students in pathology and clinical neurosciences
• To participate in clinical audit
• Commitment to providing an efficient and effective service.
• Experience of participation in audit and clinical governance activities.
• Computer literate, preferably proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

Values

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving.

Communication

• Communication: ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate.
• Ability to communicate clearly with one's colleagues on professional matters and in an interactive environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
• Ability to be a flexible and co-operative team member.
• Ability and willingness to run a personal service and to explore and develop formal and informal contacts with the clinicians and GPs who use the service
• Accountability: ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
• Capacity to stimulate and accommodate colleagues.

Personal and People Development

• Experience and interest in teaching doctors in training.
• Experience of audit and willingness to institute audit exercises and publications.

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

• E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties (line managers to elaborate depending on the level of the post and to assess these essential criteria at interview)

Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:

• Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.

Specific Requirements

• Clinical Governance Management & IT

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.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH

£61,825 a yearper annum + London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-6334-A

Job locations

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH