Specialist in Oncology- LGI & Gynae

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The closing date is 22 February 2026

We are looking to appoint a whole time Specialist Doctor in (Clinical/ Medical - Lower GI / Gynae) Oncology at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Weston Park Cancer Centre, with outreach clinics within the SYBND cancer alliance. This is a fixed term post for 18 months.

Applications from both Medical and Clinical Oncologists are welcome. This post is based at Weston Park Cancer Centre and also provides input into our outreach off site breast oncology clinic.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the posts; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with the Clinical Director.

Please be advised that the interview for this post has been arranged for 11th March 2026. Should there be any potential changes, you will be informed in due course. The deadline for submitting your portfolio for review prior to the interview is 3rd March 2026 Midnight.

The appointee will, together with senior colleagues (at both Consultant grade and other Specialist Grades) be responsible for the provision of cancer services across the trust. The main focus of interest will be in Lower GI Cancer and Gynaecological Cancer. The successful candidate will work according to the Terms and Conditions of Service for Specialist (England) 2021 as amended from time to time.

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan. Please note that applicants should refer to the Guidance Notes for further details and supporting information/documents required.

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Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

• Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution.
• MRCP or Equivalent
• Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practice.
• A minimum of 12 years full time Medical work (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) since obtaining a primary medical qualification at least 6 of which will be in a relevant specialty at Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades or equivalent
• MD or PhD or equivalent Fellowship or equivalent
• Oncology Training Specialty Certificate for medical oncology
• FRCR or Equivalent – For Clinical Oncology

• An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit
• Ability to critically assess published research and…