Respiratory Registrar (Lung Cancer Clinical Fellow)

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Lung Cancer Clinical Fellow for a 12-month position. The role involves working within a dynamic team, engaging in professional development activities including research and audits, and gaining advanced skills in various oncology practices. Candidates should possess an MBBS or equivalent and hold MRCP Part 2. This is an excellent opportunity for those aspiring to build a career in respiratory medicine.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in General Medicine.
• At least Part 2 MRCP.
• Previous NHS experience is desirable, though not essential.

Responsibilities

• Join the Lung Cancer Service, working as part of a team.
• Participate in audits, QIP, and clinical research.
• Gain experience in Immuno-oncology, Clinical and Medical Oncology.

Skills

Good communication skill

Team working

Knowledge of audit

Evidence based medicine

Education

MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent

MRCP Part 2 written

Full GMC Registration

MRCP completed

Job description

Job Summary

Lung Cancer Clinical Fellow (12-Month Position with Possibility of Extension). Respiratory Department, Medical Directorate.

Key Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in General Medicine
• At least Part 2 MRCP (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians)
• Previous NHS experience is desirable, though not essential

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the Lung Cancer Service, working as part of a dedicated team consisting of 2 Consultants and 4 Cancer Nurse Specialists, and collaborating closely with Oncologists and Thoracic Surgeons.

This role is ideal for individuals aiming to build a career in Lung Cancer with a specialist focus. It offers a wide range of professional development opportunities, including involvement in audits, Quality Improvement Projects (QIP), and clinical research. The candidate will be fully supported and strongly encouraged to engage in these activities as part of their career progression.

Training will be provided in a range of interventional procedures, with opportunities to develop advanced interventional skills. Additionally, the Fellow will gain valuable experience in areas such as Immuno-oncology, Clinical and Medical Oncology, Palliative Care, Thoracic Radiology, and Lung Cancer Histopathology. Tailored arrangements will be made upon appointment, based on the candidate's specific interests and career aspirations.

The Fellow will share duties with other middle-grade doctors to ensure the smooth running of the Respiratory wards, with guidance from the 'Consultant of the Week'. Evening and weekend on-call duties in general medicine will be part of the role, though daytime responsibilities will be focused entirely on Respiratory Medicine.

About Us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

• Compassion
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courageous
• Accountable

Details

Date posted: 24 October 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £65,048 to £73,992 per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 264-7551748-MED

Job location: Kettering General Hospital, Rothwell Road, Kettering, NN16 8UZ

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications/Training

• MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP Part 2 written
• Full GMC Registration
• MRCP completed

Essential Previous Experience

• 1 year at ST level
• Supervision of FY1/FY2/CMT

Desirable

• Publication(s) in peer‑reviewed journals

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Good communication skill
• Team working
• Knowledge of audit
• Evidence based medicine

Registration

• Full Registration

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer details

Employer name: Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Kettering General Hospital, Rothwell Road, Kettering, NN16 8UZ

Employer's website: https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us