Nicola Karayannis Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London seeks applicants for a 12-month Colorectal Cancer Fellowship. This role offers a blend of clinical experience and research opportunities focused on GI oncology. Ideal candidates will have a medical degree and experience in medical oncology. This fellowship emphasizes innovation and compassionate care along with professional development in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical oncology is essential.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of teaching is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop future leaders in Oncology through advanced clinical experience.
• Integrate translational and clinical research.
• Exposure to complex GI oncology cases.

Skills

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Good interpersonal skills

Understanding of research methodology

Excellent verbal and written communication

Education

Medical degree

Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent

Eligible for full GMC registration

Job description

Job summary

We are delighted to invite applications for the Nicola Karayannis Colorectal Cancer Fellowship at University College London Hospital (UCLH). This 12-month NHS Fellowship in GI Medical Oncology combines advanced clinical training with translational and clinical research, with a focus on BRAF-mutant gastrointestinal cancers. The role provides 50% clinical experience within a 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 innovation and compassionate care in memory of Nicola Karayannis.

Main duties of the job

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

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is a complex NHS trust serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people locally, nationally and overseas. Our vision is to deliver high-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

UCLH specialises in cancer, infection, neurology, gastrointestinal and oral diseases, with world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

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. Note: applications may close earlier than the listed closing date due to high volumes.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Essential: Medical degree
• Essential: Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent
• Essential: Eligible for full GMC registration at time of appointment and holding a current licence to practise
• Essential: Knowledge of the NHS Clinical Governance framework (including Research governance) and understanding of changes in NHS organisation and management; ability to act within these parameters

Desirable

• Completed core medical training or equivalent

Experience

• Essential: Experience in medical oncology
• Desirable: Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Desirable: Clinical audit experience
• Desirable: Experience of laboratory research

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Ability to organise and prioritise workload, delegate as appropriate and supervise staff
• Essential: Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting
• Essential: Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative
• Essential: Understanding of research methodology
• Essential: Presentation skills
• Desirable: Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting

Communication

• Essential: Excellent verbal and written communication; good command of English

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the DBS to check for any previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants for entry clearance to the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, Huntley Street, London, WC1E 6AG