Clinical Research Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology (ST5+)
The closing date is 21 June 2025
Job summary
The post is for a 6-12+ month period, and is due to become available to start in post August - October 2025.
Applications are invited from a committed and enthusiastic doctor for a Clinical Fellow post (ST5+) who will work within the Gynaecological Oncology department at St Michael's hospital, supported by the friendly and cohesive consultant team. This post is ideal for those wishing to publish first author research articles in preparation for subspecialty training in Gynaecology Oncology. They will be expected to publish in peer reviewed journals. They will NOT have any on-call commitments and have 2 days per week protected for research. They will also gain experience in regular 2 week wait, Gynaecology Oncology clinics, MDT and weekly theatre sessions.
Annual leave and study leave are covered prospectively. As a valued member of the team you will be included in the educational and training activities of the unit and encouraged to contribute to the teaching of nurses, and other junior doctors.
St Michael's Hospital is a large teaching hospital and is part of University Hospital Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust with close linked with the University of Bristol.
This post has no on-call commitment.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will have a weekly timetable including 2WW clinics, potentially colposcopy is appropriate. The post-holder will form part of the weekly MDT meeting and following MDT clinic, and will support weekly theatre sessions - some on the surgical robot.
The post-holder will be an excellent communicator, will be compassionate, and will need to convey sensitive and sometimes distressing news to patients on a regular basis. The post-holder will form strong relationships with other members of the team, and will be a supportive and reliable presence to junior members of staff (medical, nursing).
The post-holder will play a significant part in the delivery of direct clinical care to gynaecology oncology patients. There is NO ON-CALL commitment. Work will include ward work, clinic, theatre operating, and participation in management of the Gynaecology Emergency Clinic as required. The post-holder is expected to follow protocols and work in line with the Clinical Governing Body and Trust standards guidelines.
The post-holder will participate in the organisation and planning of day to day clinical work at St Michael's Hospital. The post-holder should be able to demonstrate a track record of planning and facilitating audit.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Details
Date posted
21 May 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£61,825 to £70,425 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
387-WC9092-DH
Job locations
St Michael's Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
St Michael's Hospital
Southwell Street
Bristol
BS2 8EG
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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