Senior Locally Employed Doctor in SCT and CAR-T Therapy

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Haematology. This role offers comprehensive training opportunities and supports research and teaching within a major clinical environment. The successful candidate will work closely with a dynamic team to enhance patient care, participate in clinical audits, and lead medical education endeavors. A Medical Degree with at least 2 years of hospital experience and GMC registration is required. Join us to contribute to cutting-edge healthcare and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive training in haematology

Opportunities for research and teaching

Qualifications

• Experience in General Haematology required.
• Experience in Malignant and Non-malignant Haematology is necessary.
• Full registration with the General Medical Council is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the Haematology Department.
• Work closely with the consultant and nursing team.
• Participate in research, audit, and teaching activities.

Skills

Organisation Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Medical Degree

Minimum of 2 years' hospital service

MRCP

FRCPath

Job description

Senior Locally Employed Doctor in SCT and CAR‑T Therapy

The closing date is 22 January 2026

Manchester Royal Infirmary is seeking to recruit a Senior Resident Doctor in Haematology to join our dynamic and expanding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Haematology Department at MRI, one of the major specialist hospitals within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. The Trust leads the Greater Manchester Haematological Cancer Diagnostic Partnership and the North West Genomics Hub, ensuring access to state‑of‑the‑art diagnostics and multidisciplinary collaboration across the region.

This post would suit:

• A doctor at IMT3 level or equivalent seeking to gain clinical and laboratory experience in Haematology prior to applying for higher specialist training.
• Doctors with previous Haematology experience looking for a middle‑grade, non‑training role, or considering the CESR pathway towards specialist registration.

We can offer:

• Comprehensive training in both malignant and non‑malignant haematology
• Opportunities to participate in research, audit, and teaching within an academic and supportive environment

Applicants who are not GMC‑registered at the time of application will be considered under the Trust's International Fellowship Scheme (please note, a £500 administration fee applies). More information about this scheme is available on our Trust website - link provided in the job description.

Main duties of the job

The Post

This is a Senior clinical fellow post for the Manchester Royal Infirmary Haematology Department.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual. Experience of clinical research would be an advantage as we have a very active clinical trials unit including early phase studies.

The post holder will work closely with the consultant and nursing team to support all aspects of the Haematology Department.

The successful candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career. With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Medical Degree
• Minimum of 2 years' full time (or equivalent part time) hospital service in the ST1‑2 grade or higher
• Experience in General Haematology
• MRCP
• Experience in Malignant Haematology
• Experience in Non‑malignant Haematology
• Experience in Stem cell transplantation
• FRCPath

Audit

• Participation in Clinical Audit
• Teaching Medical Students
• Teaching Junior Medical Staff

Other Requirements

• Full registration (or eligible for full registration) with the General Medical Council

Interpersonal Skills

• Organisation Skills
• Communication Skills
• Leadership Skills

Academic Achievements

• Publications in medical journals
• Research experience relating to general haematology

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust