Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Medical Oncology

The closing date is 08 February 2026

Job summary

Applications are invited for the posts of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Medical Oncology at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. These posts are available to commence from 04 March 2026 until 01 September 2026.

Main duties of the job

These posts are suitable for doctors, who have completed their Core General Medical Training and wish to pursue a career in Medical or Clinical Oncology (posts are equivalent to ST3 level Oncology Common Stem).

There will be opportunity to see inpatients and outpatients and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings for the management of solid tumours. Participation in research and audit projects is strongly encouraged.

The posts are based in the Oncology department of Addenbrookes Hospital.

Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details

Date posted

05 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-CFH-5283

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

Shortlistable

Essential

  • Agreement that the following criteria has been met (MBBS, 12 months NHS experience)
  • Completion of a minimum of 24 months of core medical training or equivalent, including oncology experience
  • Completion of Foundation Competencies
  • Able to deal with general emergency admissions (on-call)
Person Specification

Shortlistable

Essential

  • Agreement that the following criteria has been met (MBBS, 12 months NHS experience)
  • Completion of a minimum of 24 months of core medical training or equivalent, including oncology experience
  • Completion of Foundation Competencies
  • Able to deal with general emergency admissions (on-call)

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.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Medical Oncologist

Dr Nicola Thompson

nicolathompson3@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

05 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year per annum pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-CFH-5283

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


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