Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology and Colposcopy

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology. This 12-month fixed term position involves participating in clinical research, providing outpatient services, and gaining surgical experience. The role commences in April 2026 and requires excellent communication skills for patient support. Candidates will lead research projects and present findings, contributing significantly to advancements in gynaecological care. Apply before Sunday, 14 Dec 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research in gynaecology.
• Proficient in communication, especially in sensitive conversations.
• Experience in gynaecological surgery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take part in clinical research in gynaecology.
• Lead research projects and present findings.
• Provide outpatient services including colposcopy and hysteroscopy.
• Offer experience in gynaecological surgery.
• Deliver excellent communication in supporting patients.

Skills

Clinical research

Excellent communication skills

Counselling skills

Gynaecological surgery

Job description

A Vacancy at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. Applications are invited for the position of a Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology and Colposcopy. This will be a 12 month fixed term post.

Responsibilities

• Take part in clinical research in gynaecology.
• Lead research projects and present findings at conferences.
• Provide out‑patient services including colposcopy, hysteroscopy and / or ultrasound as part of the diagnostic pathway for patients with suspected gynaecological cancer.
• Offer experience in gynaecological surgery with a view to becoming proficient in all aspects of complex gynaecological surgery, particularly minimal access therapy.
• Deliver excellent communication and counselling skills, especially in breaking bad news and supporting patients on the cancer journey.

Key Information

Position will commence employment in April 2026 and is a 12 month fixed term post. The advert closes on Sunday 14 Dec 2025.

About the Trust

We offer an extensive range of services, including cancer, pathology, surgery, and gynaecology to 500,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. We operate two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, and run services from other locations, including Sutton Hospital. St Helier Hospital is home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals have Accident and Emergency departments (A&E) and Maternity services (Obstetrics). We also play an active role in the local healthcare economy, and are the lead provider in two innovative health and care partnerships.

We have partnered with CSH Surrey, the three GP federations in the Surrey Downs area, and Surrey Council (who are an associate member) to provide adult community health services. This innovative partnership is called Surrey Downs Health and Care. In Sutton, we have joined forces with the London Borough of Sutton, Sutton GP Services and South West London and St George’s Mental Health Trust to provide adult and children’s community health services and sexual health services to local people. Together, we are called Sutton Health and Care.

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role.