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Job overview
The Department of Haematology at UCLH is seeking a Specialist Registrar-level (ST3+) Senior Clinical Fellow to join our team in the first week of August 2026 for a period of 6 months initially, with a possibility to extend for a further 6 months.
UCLH is one of the largest haematology units in Europe with >100 dedicated inpatient beds in a purpose-built building which opened in 2022. The successful applicant will join a team of >30 haematology registrars who are supervised by >50 haematology consultants covering the entire range of malignant, non-malignant & experimental haematology. The postholder will also participate in the wider haematology on call rota & gain experience in the management of haematological emergencies & liaison haematology.
Applicants should have completed SHO-level training (minimum 4 years postgraduate clinical experience) in internal medicine and/or be an established haematology registrar. The posts are suitable for post-IMT trainees who wish to gain haematology experience in order to secure an NTN, or for existing haematology trainees to gain a consultant post.
We also welcome applications from: - current UK trainees who are looking to undertake an OOPE or OOPT to broaden their clinical experience. - suitably qualified haematology doctors who are looking to pursue GMC specialist registration via the CESR route
We can offer in-depth, longer-term clinical & laboratory experience to fulfil the requirements of the UK haematology curriculum.
Main duties of the job
Senior clinical fellow posts cover both inpatients, day care & outpatients on a rotational basis, with numerous opportunities to develop sub-specialty interests. Available posts include bone marrow transplantation, CAR T-cell therapy, haemoglobinopathies, clotting, TTP, laboratory haematology & malignant haematology. The duration of the post is 6 months in the first instance which is extendable to a year or more. The fellow will take part in the on-call rota with prospective cover (band 1B). The post holder must be flexible & prepared to cover the clinical needs of the service on a day-to-day basis.
The training & education opportunities are identical to those of haematology SpRs-in-training & we will support relevant courses for candidate’s education & training in discussion with their consultant educational supervisor. There is a strong team approach in a well-supported environment & an emphasis on multi-disciplinary team working & well-being. As a research-active department, there are innumerable opportunities to get involved in clinical research & work towards presenting work at a national or international conference.
The appointee should hold MRCP or equivalent & hold full registration & a licence to practice with the GMC.
Applicants are urged to have at least minimal cover with a medical defence organisation.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note that unfortunately we are unable to accept applications via the MTI route.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Clinical audit experience
Desirable
- Undergoing or completed higher specialist training in Haematology
- Experience in oncology
- Experience of laboratory research
Communication
Essential
- Excellent communication skills/verbal and written. Good command of written and spoken English
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability and commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload, to delegate responsibility as appropriate and to supervise staff
- Good inter-personal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment & on own initiative
- Understanding of research methodology
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Medical degree
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC and entry on the appropriate GMC Specialist Register at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise.
- Completed core medial training or equivalent
Desirable
- 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
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow (ST3+) – Haematology with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Haematology role. The advertised salary is £67,325 - £76,582 Per Annum + London weighting (out of hours as per JD). The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Standard Trust Doctor rotation). The application deadline is 01 Jul 2026.
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