Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a permanent 10 session Consultant Medical Oncologist in GI and Acute Oncology Service.
This new post is an exciting opportunity for a medical oncologist to join the GI team at UCLH and contribute to the delivery of excellent oncological care at UCLH. The individual will be responsible for the delivery of systemic therapy for patients with GI cancers, supporting the clinical activities of the service and relevant clinical research, audit and teaching.
The new consultant will be joining a friendly and forward-thinking consultant team of clinical and medical oncologists who are committed to delivering highest standards of cancer care alongside a large team of other clinical and non-clinical professionals.
CV required with application.
Main duties of the job
This new post is an exciting opportunity for a medical oncologist to join the GI team at UCLH. The postholder will be responsible for the delivery of systemic therapy for patients with GI cancers, attending MDTs and taking part in outpatient clinics and ward rounds.
The postholder will participate in the GI oncology attending ward rota at UCLH as well as UCLH on call rotas (freq 1:25 or thereabouts). An interest in cholangiocarcinoma would be useful for this position.
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:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
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, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The remit of this position is to join the gastrointestinal (GI) medical oncology service with Professor John Bridgewater, Professor Daniel Hochhauser, Dr Kai-Keen Shiu and Dr Khurum Khan, as part of the GI service at UCH. The clinical oncology service is provided by Professor Maria Hawkins, Dr Glen Blackman and Dr Tom Richards. The team are international leaders in clinical trials and laboratory-based research at UCL; with strong collaborative links with their partners including the Francis Crick Institute. Trials are also in set up to integrate with the the UCLH Proton Beam Facility which opened in 2021.The team also work very closely with the Whittington hospital and often provide support and advice to the respective clinical team and attend mutual MDTs.
We are 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 information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The remit of this position is to join the gastrointestinal (GI) medical oncology service with Professor John Bridgewater, Professor Daniel Hochhauser, Dr Kai-Keen Shiu and Dr Khurum Khan, as part of the GI service at UCH. The clinical oncology service is provided by Professor Maria Hawkins, Dr Glen Blackman and Dr Tom Richards. The team are international leaders in clinical trials and laboratory-based research at UCL; with strong collaborative links with their partners including the Francis Crick Institute. Trials are also in set up to integrate with the the UCLH Proton Beam Facility which opened in 2021.The team also work very closely with the Whittington hospital and often provide support and advice to the respective clinical team and attend mutual MDTs.
We are 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Certification
Essential
- Medical degree and completed General Professional Training, or equivalent
- Higher academic degree e.g. MD or PhD (or in final stages of preparation), or evidence of an equivalent level of attainment in research publications
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (or equivalent)
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or equivalent, in an appropriate specialty at time of interview - exact start date will be discussed with the candidate at interview. NON-UK TRAINED DOCTORS must provide evidence at interview that they are eligible for full GMC registration and entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Oncology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and commitment to multidisciplinary working
- Wide experience in managing treatment and follow-up of patients with cancer
- Experience in clinical trials including early phase
- Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Desirable
- Clinical audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out original research, leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Proven ability in clinical research
- Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise staff
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment & on own initiative
- The ability to promote teamwork and motivate colleagues
- Leadership skills and the ability to take forward service developments
- Excellent communication skills/verbal and written. Good command of written and spoken English
- GCP certification for clinical trial work
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in the organisation and management structures of the NHS. Ability to act within these parameters
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of resource and budgetary Management
General
Essential
- The highest ethical and professional standards in research, education and clinical practice
Desirable
- Member of Medical Defence organisation
Person Specification
Qualifications / Certification
Essential
- Medical degree and completed General Professional Training, or equivalent
- Higher academic degree e.g. MD or PhD (or in final stages of preparation), or evidence of an equivalent level of attainment in research publications
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (or equivalent)
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or equivalent, in an appropriate specialty at time of interview - exact start date will be discussed with the candidate at interview. NON-UK TRAINED DOCTORS must provide evidence at interview that they are eligible for full GMC registration and entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Oncology.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of and commitment to multidisciplinary working
- Wide experience in managing treatment and follow-up of patients with cancer
- Experience in clinical trials including early phase
- Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Desirable
- Clinical audit experience
Skills
Essential
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out original research, leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Proven ability in clinical research
- Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise staff
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment & on own initiative
- The ability to promote teamwork and motivate colleagues
- Leadership skills and the ability to take forward service developments
- Excellent communication skills/verbal and written. Good command of written and spoken English
- GCP certification for clinical trial work
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Clinical Governance framework of the NHS (including Research governance) and understanding of current changes in the organisation and management structures of the NHS. Ability to act within these parameters
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of resource and budgetary Management
General
Essential
- The highest ethical and professional standards in research, education and clinical practice
Desirable
- Member of Medical Defence organisation
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).
