Junior Clinical Fellow RFH Site - Rotational Post | Royal NHS Foundation Trust

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a junior clinical fellow post within four medical specialties at Royal Free London Hospital, which includes Cardiology, Renal, Rheumatology and Haematology.

The successful candidate will work within a well‑led environment, committed to supporting ongoing professional development. This post is ideal for those who:

• Have completed foundation training.
• Are making the transition from core to specialist training and seeking to consolidate knowledge and experience.

At the Royal Free Hospital we offer an exceptional range of local and specialist services, including oncology, plastic surgery, haematology, transplant, dialysis and infectious diseases, and have some of the best clinical outcomes in the country. We are a regional hub for kidney and liver diseases, vascular surgery and a major transplantation centre.

• Cardiology
• Haematology
• Rheumatology
• Renal

Successful applicants will be allocated to two of the above specialties for 6‑month placements over the course of the 12‑month fixed‑term contract, with a possibility of a further extension. Allocation will be based on candidate preference, and the work schedule for the first 6‑month placement will be confirmed at offer stage.

The successful applicant will participate in undergraduate and postgraduate training and education, and will have opportunities to collaborate in research and quality improvement projects. There will also be opportunities to take on leadership roles.

Please note, due to the high volumes of applications we receive for this role, you will initially be asked a series of ‘long‑listing’ questions. The answers will be scored to determine whether you proceed to the ‘shortlisting’ stage.

In addition, we will cap the number of applicants for this advert due to high interest, so the position may close before the advertised closing date.

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

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

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

This advert closes on Monday 9 Mar 2026.