Description
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and forward-thinking doctors to the post of Registrar in Clinical Oncology. This post is offered on a fixed-term basis until 2nd March 2027 to cover a gap in the current Deanery rotation. There may be scope to extend the appointment for a further six months, subject to confirmation of Deanery placements and continued service requirements.
The post would be particularly suitable for experienced international oncologists wishing to gain further specialist experience in an international tertiary centre. The post could also be tailored to an experienced medical doctor who having completed Foundation and Core Medical competencies (or equivalent), wish to gain a period of focused experience and training in Clinical Oncology before pursuing ST3 training.
The specialty of Clinical Oncology comprises management of cancer using both radiotherapy and systemic therapy (chemotherapy, hormone therapy and biological agents). It offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in managing cancer patients and engaging in clinical research and academia. A multidisciplinary team approach and effective communication is integral to the specialty of oncology.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust's mission is to continue to make a national and international contribution to cancer research and treatment, so that more people are cured and quality of life is improved for those with cancer.
The salary for this post is £55,355 to £77,348 a year per annum plus London Weighting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Please see attached job description/person specification for a more detailed description of the role.
Person Specification:
- Qualifications:
- Essential: MB BS, or equivalent; Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Desirable: FRCR 1/2; MRCP, or equivalent
- Knowledge:
- Essential: Broad based knowledge of and understanding of oncology
- Desirable: Experience in chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy
- Training Expected:
- Essential: It is anticipated that the appointee will have completed ST2 or equivalent in medicine
- Desirable: Experience in Clinical Oncology
- Management/Audit Experience:
- Essential: Experience of clinical audit
Additional Requirements:
- 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.
- Applicants must have current UK professional registration.