Job summary
This Fellowship has RCS approval and the post is based primarily at Charing Cross campus with some sessions in the Royal Brompton Hospital and will be for a 12-month fixed period commencing October 2025. This post is suitable for a Specialist Registrar who holds, or is about to be awarded, a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent). An intercollegiate examination in Otolaryngology, or equivalent is essential.
A dedicated time for research is incorporated within the timetable and the Fellow is required to pursue research and publications.
In addition the post holder would participate in the registrar on call rota.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will take on the role of Senior Rhinology Fellow based at Charing Cross Hospital. This will involving diagnosing and managing patients Rhinology conditions, treatment decisions, presenting cases at the Skull base multidisciplinary meetings and performing surgery both under supervision and independently. In addition, the Fellow will lead the inpatient team in managing post-operative inpatients and coordinate operating lists.
The post has an important educational role with teaching session for the junior medical staff, nursing staff and AHPs. Involvement in research and audit is encouraged and the fellow will be expected to take on such projects with a view to publication.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Work of the Department
The innovative Rhinology service in Charing Cross Hospital is provided by 4 Consultants, a Rhinology CNS and a Rhinology Psychologist. Charing Cross is a major Tertiary Referral Centre for complex Rhinology, Septorhinoplasty and Anterior Skull Base.
This post will allow the successful candidate to further his or her knowledge and experience in complex endoscopic sinus surgery, septorhinoplasty and anterior skull base surgery. The successful candidate will work under direct supervision from Professor Saleh and play an active part in the workload of the department.
They will attend the combined Nose Clinic at the Royal Brompton hospital with Professor Saleh/Professor Durham and gain experience in managing a range of rhinological conditions. A substantial amount of time will also be available for operating parallel to other Rhinology colleagues and to involvement in MDT and managing joint cases with oculoplastic surgeons, plastic surgeons, and neurosurgeons.
There is the availability for the successful applicant to observe Rhinoplasty and Sinus Surgery in the private sector with Professor Saleh and/or join the fortnightly Neurosurgery skull base lists at CXH with Mr Nair and Mendoza.
Teaching Activity
There is a weekly teaching program for postgraduates at both the Charing Cross and St Marys campuses, the appointee will be expected to take a role in teaching and training of both undergraduates and post-graduates
Research activity
This may involve developing and playing a leading role in a research programme, leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Work of the Department
The innovative Rhinology service in Charing Cross Hospital is provided by 4 Consultants, a Rhinology CNS and a Rhinology Psychologist. Charing Cross is a major Tertiary Referral Centre for complex Rhinology, Septorhinoplasty and Anterior Skull Base.
This post will allow the successful candidate to further his or her knowledge and experience in complex endoscopic sinus surgery, septorhinoplasty and anterior skull base surgery. The successful candidate will work under direct supervision from Professor Saleh and play an active part in the workload of the department.
They will attend the combined Nose Clinic at the Royal Brompton hospital with Professor Saleh/Professor Durham and gain experience in managing a range of rhinological conditions. A substantial amount of time will also be available for operating parallel to other Rhinology colleagues and to involvement in MDT and managing joint cases with oculoplastic surgeons, plastic surgeons, and neurosurgeons.
There is the availability for the successful applicant to observe Rhinoplasty and Sinus Surgery in the private sector with Professor Saleh and/or join the fortnightly Neurosurgery skull base lists at CXH with Mr Nair and Mendoza.
Teaching Activity
There is a weekly teaching program for postgraduates at both the Charing Cross and St Marys campuses, the appointee will be expected to take a role in teaching and training of both undergraduates and post-graduates
Research activity
This may involve developing and playing a leading role in a research programme, leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's specialist register with license to practice.
- CCT in Otolaryngology or evidence that this will be achieved shortly
Desirable
- Higher degree relevant to Otorhinolaryngology
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Broad general experience in clinical ENT with subspecialist interest in Rhinological Surgery
Clinical Skills and ability
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of training and expertise in general adult and paediatric ENT surgery.
Audit
Essential
- Demonstrated previous audit activity
Desirable
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Sound knowledge of basic research techniques
- Relevant peer-reviewed journal publications
- Contributions to research
- Awareness of key literature in Rhinology
Desirable
- Database management
- Research leadership
Language
Essential
- Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC's specialist register with license to practice.
- CCT in Otolaryngology or evidence that this will be achieved shortly
Desirable
- Higher degree relevant to Otorhinolaryngology
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Broad general experience in clinical ENT with subspecialist interest in Rhinological Surgery
Clinical Skills and ability
Essential
- Demonstrable evidence of training and expertise in general adult and paediatric ENT surgery.
Audit
Essential
- Demonstrated previous audit activity
Desirable
Academic achievements including research/publications
Essential
- Sound knowledge of basic research techniques
- Relevant peer-reviewed journal publications
- Contributions to research
- Awareness of key literature in Rhinology
Desirable
- Database management
- Research leadership
Language
Essential
- Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfill the job requirements
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).
