Nicola Karayannis Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is looking for applicants for the Nicola Karayannis Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology. This 12-month fellowship combines clinical training with research focused on BRAF-mutant cancers. The role provides 50% clinical experience in a multidisciplinary team and 50% research time, facilitating leadership skills in oncology. Ideal candidates will possess relevant memberships and a strong background in research and teaching. Competitive salary of £65,048 per annum plus London weighting is offered.

Qualifications

• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise.
• Knowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS including Research governance.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Integrate advanced clinical experience with impactful translational and clinical research.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team on GI oncology cases.
• Contribute to academic output in line with fellowship objectives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Inter-personal skills

Teamwork

Research methodology understanding

Presentation skills

Teaching in a clinical setting

Education

Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent

Completed core medical training or equivalent

Job description

Nicola Karayannis Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

The closing date is 04 January 2026

We are delighted to invite applications for the newly established Nicola Karayannis Colorectal Cancer Fellowship at University College London Hospital (UCLH). This 12-month NHS Fellowship in GI Medical Oncology offers a unique opportunity to combine advanced clinical training with impactful translational and clinical research, with a particular focus on BRAF-mutant gastrointestinal cancers. The role is designed to develop future leaders in oncology by offering 50% clinical experience within a high-performing multidisciplinary team and 50% protected research time, with flexibility to shape research priorities in line with team and institutional objectives. Fellows will gain exposure to complex GI oncology cases, clinical trials, and opportunities for authorship and academic output, contributing to a lasting legacy of innovation and compassionate care in memory of Nicola Karayannis.

Main duties of the job

This one-year Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to develop future leaders in Oncology by integrating advanced clinical experience with impactful translational and clinical research focused on BRAF mutations in gastrointestinal cancers.

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.

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent
• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
• Knowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in the organisation and management structures of the NHS. Ability to act within these parameters
• Completed core medial training or equivalent

Experience

• Experience in medical oncology
• Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Experience of laboratory research

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise staff
• Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment & on own initiative
• Understanding of research methodologyPresentation Skills
• Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting

Communication

• Excellent communication skills/verbal and written. Good command of written and spoken English

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.

Address

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

£65,048 a yearPer annum plus London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-6818-A

Job locations

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre