Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery

The closing date is 13 April 2026

Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a clinical fellow in minimally invasive gynecological surgery at the Hampstead site of the Royal Free Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This post is for a 1-year fixed term.

Based at Royal Free Hampstead site

Note:

Candidates are advised contact to Mr Shakir for further details. As this is a new post the job plan will be designed by Mr Shakir and will depend on the individuals skill set and service requirements.

Research/ Audit:

Individual research projects/ audits would be encouraged, if suitable.

There will be weekend working. There is currently no obstetrics or on-call component, but this is subject to change as the requirements in the department changes.

Main duties of the job

The post will include working closely with the Endometriosis/fibroid team supporting the clinics, theatre sessions, inpatient reviews, triaging new referrals, and preparing and participating in the endometriosis MDT.

There will also be a commitment to deal with emergency gynaecology and training more junior trainees.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

31 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year per annum inclusive of London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7848076

Job locations

Hampstead site

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Current full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG
  • Eligibility to work at the level of a senior trainee, post-CCT fellow, or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

  • Training in general gynaecological surgery, including diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
  • Demonstrable interest in minimally invasive gynaecology with a commitment to learning advanced techniques.
  • Basic knowledge of endometriosis management, including an understanding of the NICE guidelines, diagnostic pathways, and multidisciplinary approaches to care.

Desirable

  • Completion of a basic or intermediate laparoscopy training course (e.g. BSGE or equivalent).
  • Some experience in performing minor gynaecological laparoscopic or hysteroscopic procedures under supervision.

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Basic competency in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, with a willingness to advance to operative procedures under supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills, appropriate to level of training.
  • Awareness of patient-centered approaches in the management of complex conditions such as endometriosis, including the importance of addressing physical, psychological, and quality-of-life aspects

Desirable

  • Awareness of advanced laparoscopic equipment and techniques (e.g., energy devices, morcellation, or robotics), with willingness to gain hands-on experience
  • Participation in clinical research or audit projects, ideally related to gynaecology, minimally invasive surgery, or endometriosis care.
  • Interest or experience in teaching or mentoring junior trainees or medical students.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Strong commitment to learning and professional development in minimally invasive gynaecology.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Evidence of involvement in clinical governance activities, such as audits, quality improvement initiatives, or risk management.
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Current full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG
  • Eligibility to work at the level of a senior trainee, post-CCT fellow, or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

  • Training in general gynaecological surgery, including diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
  • Demonstrable interest in minimally invasive gynaecology with a commitment to learning advanced techniques.
  • Basic knowledge of endometriosis management, including an understanding of the NICE guidelines, diagnostic pathways, and multidisciplinary approaches to care.

Desirable

  • Completion of a basic or intermediate laparoscopy training course (e.g. BSGE or equivalent).
  • Some experience in performing minor gynaecological laparoscopic or hysteroscopic procedures under supervision.

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Basic competency in diagnostic laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, with a willingness to advance to operative procedures under supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills, appropriate to level of training.
  • Awareness of patient-centered approaches in the management of complex conditions such as endometriosis, including the importance of addressing physical, psychological, and quality-of-life aspects

Desirable

  • Awareness of advanced laparoscopic equipment and techniques (e.g., energy devices, morcellation, or robotics), with willingness to gain hands-on experience
  • Participation in clinical research or audit projects, ideally related to gynaecology, minimally invasive surgery, or endometriosis care.
  • Interest or experience in teaching or mentoring junior trainees or medical students.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Strong commitment to learning and professional development in minimally invasive gynaecology.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Evidence of involvement in clinical governance activities, such as audits, quality improvement initiatives, or risk management.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hampstead site

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hampstead site

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Director

Fevzi Shakir

fevzi.shakir@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

31 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year per annum inclusive of London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7848076

Job locations

Hampstead site

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


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