Job summary
The clinical fellowship in proton therapy is a one year fellowship programme, allowing the fellow to gain experience in both clinical and research experience in proton therapy. The post will be split of clinical (80%) and research/CPD (20%).
Suitable trainees would have completed their FRCR examinations or equivalent and are senior specialty trainees in Clinical Oncology. Overseas applications are welcome.
Candidates to the post can expect to complete four monthly clinical rotations in disease sites: paediatrics, head and neck, CNS and skull base, sarcoma, lymphoma oesophageal and HPB, lung and breast. Exact details of the rotation can be discussed and tailored to suit the learning needs of the appointed fellow.
Fellows will have opportunities to lead and actively participate in research projects. In addition, there are management and leadership skill development opportunities during the fellowship.
Informal enquiries are welcomed, please email Dr Shermaine Pan - s.pan@nhs.net.
Closing date for application is 31 July 2023. Shortlisted candidates should expect interviews week commencing 7 August 2023. Please note that the advert may close early if sufficient interest is received. The successful applicant is expected to start in September 2023.
Main duties of the job
The medical establishment provides specialist care for patients receiving proton therapy with five consultant clinical oncologists supporting paediatrics, four supporting head and neck tumours, three supporting adult CNS, four supporting sarcoma, one supporting oesophageal and HPB, one supporting breast, and another supporting lung currently.
The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to the Christie Proton Therapy Service. This will mainly be daytime working hours but will include a component (on a rota) of early evening working to provide support to the clinical service as required. Weekend and bank holiday clinical shifts are additionally paid as locum and participation in this is voluntary.
Continuing Professional Development
The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
About us
The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The medical establishment provides specialist care for patients receiving proton therapy with five consultant clinical oncologists supporting paediatrics, four supporting head and neck tumours, three supporting adult CNS, four supporting sarcoma, one supporting oesophageal and HPB, one supporting breast, and another supporting lung currently.
The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to the Christie Proton Therapy Service. This will mainly be daytime working hours but will include a component (on a rota) of early evening working to provide support to the clinical service as required. Weekend and bank holiday clinical shifts are additionally paid as locum and participation in this is voluntary.
Continuing Professional Development
The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
Job Planning
Notional half-days
Out Patients (and Administration) 4
Radiotherapy Planning 3
MDTs 1
Research, 2
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10
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Contacts
Arrangements to visit the hospital or to discuss the role further, Informal enquiries are strongly encouraged, and may be made directly to:
Dr Shermaine Pan, Fellowship Lead for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT)
Email: s.pan@nhs.net
Prof. Ed Smith, Clinical Director for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT)
Email: ed.smith6@nhs.net
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
ATTAINMENTS
Education
Training
GMC registration
FRCR (clinical oncology) or equivalent
To be in year 4 or above of Clinical Oncology training
Interest and experience in advanced radiation approaches
MRCP (or equivalent)
Research experience
Previous involvement in development and implementation of clinical trials
Publications in scientific journals
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE
Demonstrates knowledge, logic and efficiency
SPECIAL APTITUDES
Integrity, management and communication skills including teaching
Participation in formal management skills course
Participation in formal teaching skills course
Participation in formal communication skills course
INTERESTS
Developments in oncology practice, particularly advanced radiation techniques including proton therapy
Clinical experience in particle therapy
Formal training in particle therapy
DISPOSITION
Is a team player prepared to adapt to changing circumstances.
Confident in ability but aware of own limitations.
Responsible and proactive.
Professional demeanour.
Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment:
AF Application Form
I Interview
R References
CE Certification Evidence
Job description
Job responsibilities
The medical establishment provides specialist care for patients receiving proton therapy with five consultant clinical oncologists supporting paediatrics, four supporting head and neck tumours, three supporting adult CNS, four supporting sarcoma, one supporting oesophageal and HPB, one supporting breast, and another supporting lung currently.
The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to the Christie Proton Therapy Service. This will mainly be daytime working hours but will include a component (on a rota) of early evening working to provide support to the clinical service as required. Weekend and bank holiday clinical shifts are additionally paid as locum and participation in this is voluntary.
Continuing Professional Development
The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
Job Planning
Notional half-days
Out Patients (and Administration) 4
Radiotherapy Planning 3
MDTs 1
Research, 2
-------------------------
10
-------------------------
Contacts
Arrangements to visit the hospital or to discuss the role further, Informal enquiries are strongly encouraged, and may be made directly to:
Dr Shermaine Pan, Fellowship Lead for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT)
Email: s.pan@nhs.net
Prof. Ed Smith, Clinical Director for Proton Beam Therapy (PBT)
Email: ed.smith6@nhs.net
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
DESIRABLE
ATTAINMENTS
Education
Training
GMC registration
FRCR (clinical oncology) or equivalent
To be in year 4 or above of Clinical Oncology training
Interest and experience in advanced radiation approaches
MRCP (or equivalent)
Research experience
Previous involvement in development and implementation of clinical trials
Publications in scientific journals
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE
Demonstrates knowledge, logic and efficiency
SPECIAL APTITUDES
Integrity, management and communication skills including teaching
Participation in formal management skills course
Participation in formal teaching skills course
Participation in formal communication skills course
INTERESTS
Developments in oncology practice, particularly advanced radiation techniques including proton therapy
Clinical experience in particle therapy
Formal training in particle therapy
DISPOSITION
Is a team player prepared to adapt to changing circumstances.
Confident in ability but aware of own limitations.
Responsible and proactive.
Professional demeanour.
Abbreviations for Methods of Assessment:
AF Application Form
I Interview
R References
CE Certification Evidence
Person Specification
Disposition
Essential
- Is a team player prepared to adapt to changing circumstances
- Confident in ability but aware of own limitations.
- Responsible and proactive.
- Professional demeanour
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Training
Essential
- FRCR (clinical oncology) or equivalent
- To be in year 4 or above of Clinical Oncology training
- Interest and experience in advanced radiation approaches
Desirable
- Research experience
- Previous involvement in development and implementation of clinical trials
- Publications in scientific journals
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Integrity, management and communication skills including teaching
Desirable
- Participation in formal management skills course
- Participation in formal teaching skills course
- Participation in formal communication skills course
Interest
Essential
- Developments in oncology practice, particularly advanced radiation techniques including proton therapy
Desirable
- Clinical experience in particle therapy
- Formal training in particle therapy
General Intelligence
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge, logic and efficiency
Person Specification
Disposition
Essential
- Is a team player prepared to adapt to changing circumstances
- Confident in ability but aware of own limitations.
- Responsible and proactive.
- Professional demeanour
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Training
Essential
- FRCR (clinical oncology) or equivalent
- To be in year 4 or above of Clinical Oncology training
- Interest and experience in advanced radiation approaches
Desirable
- Research experience
- Previous involvement in development and implementation of clinical trials
- Publications in scientific journals
Special Aptitudes
Essential
- Integrity, management and communication skills including teaching
Desirable
- Participation in formal management skills course
- Participation in formal teaching skills course
- Participation in formal communication skills course
Interest
Essential
- Developments in oncology practice, particularly advanced radiation techniques including proton therapy
Desirable
- Clinical experience in particle therapy
- Formal training in particle therapy
General Intelligence
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge, logic and efficiency
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).
