Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Department of Rheumatology at University College London Hospital (UCLH) as a Clinical Fellow for haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) Service (ST4+). The position will be available from 1st October 2026 onwards for a 12-month period.
Main duties of the job
This is a post created to support the clinical and research aims of the UCLH HLH team, a novel, cross-speciality service which cares for patients with hyperinflammatory syndromes including haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). This will include participating in the co-ordination of the HLH MDT meetings, minute taking and HLH service development.
The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the general rheumatology service - seeing rheumatology out-patients and in-patients, and taking part in the rheumatology registrar out of hours on call rota.
The final composition of the post timetable will be agreed in discussion with the Clinical Lead overseen by the Divisional Clinical Director.
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:
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,gastrointestinaland oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclearmedicineandpathology.
Weare committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due toanticipatedhigh volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You areadvised not to delaysubmitting your completed application .
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due toanticipatedhigh volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You areadvised not to delaysubmitting your completed application .
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- Working at local appointment grade code MT04/05 (ST4+ equivalent)
- For MTO5 appointment, applicants should have at least 6 years clinical experience post-registration
Experience
Essential
- Rheumatology training number
- MRCP
Desirable
- Completion of SCE in Rheumatology
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience in managing acute rheumatology inpatients
- Experience in running general rheumatology outpatients
- Track record of clinical governance, audit, management and IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in managing patients with HLH
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Accountability; ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority. Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
Desirable
- Track record of research, publications/ understanding / knowledge of Research ethics
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise
- Working at local appointment grade code MT04/05 (ST4+ equivalent)
- For MTO5 appointment, applicants should have at least 6 years clinical experience post-registration
Experience
Essential
- Rheumatology training number
- MRCP
Desirable
- Completion of SCE in Rheumatology
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Experience in managing acute rheumatology inpatients
- Experience in running general rheumatology outpatients
- Track record of clinical governance, audit, management and IT skills
Desirable
- Experience in managing patients with HLH
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Accountability; ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority. Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
Desirable
- Track record of research, publications/ understanding / knowledge of Research ethics
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
