Job overview
This is a one-year, fixed-term fellowship offering exceptional operative exposure, with the Fellow expected to participate in more than 400 otological cases over the fellowship year.
The post has a strong emphasis on modern minimally invasive otology, including:
- Endoscopic ear surgery
- Cholesteatoma (primary, revision and complex disease)
- Advanced tympanoplasty and ossiculoplasty
- Canal wall up and canal wall down mastoid surgery
- Paediatric and adult complex ear pathology
- Hearing reconstruction and outcome-focused surgery
The Fellow will receive structured consultant mentorship, progressive operative autonomy, and opportunities for teaching, research and service development.
This is not a recognised training post but is equivalent in educational value to an ST7/8 or post-CCT fellowship.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
- High-volume elective otology operating lists with a focus on endoscopic techniques
- Otology outpatient clinics (adult and paediatric)
- Inpatient ENT care and multidisciplinary working
- Participation in the senior ENT on-call rota
- Supervision and teaching of junior doctors
- Active involvement in audit, governance and quality improvement
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them. For further information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date to streamline shortlisting process.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Abi O, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4460.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practise, MBBS and FRCS (ORL-HNS) or equivalent
- ST7+ or post-CCT equivalent ENT experience
- Demonstrated commitment to Otology and Endoscopic Ear Surgery
Desirable
- CCT (or within 12 months of CCT)
- Fellowship-level Otology experience
- Research, Audit, Teaching or Quality Improvement experience
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow in Otology with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust in Romford, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Ear, Nose and Throat role. The advertised salary is £67,325 Per annum. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed Term). The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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