Post CCT Clinical Fellow In Vascular Neurosurgery
The closing date is 14 May 2026
We are looking to appoint a full-time Senior Clinical Fellow in Vascular Neurosurgery to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield. The post holder should have at least 4 years' worth of neurosurgical experience at a registrar level. This is a service post and is fixed term for 12 months (commencing in August 2026) in the first instance, this may be subject to review.
The post is suited for individuals who wish to further a career in Neuro‑vascular subspecialty of Neurosurgery in the United Kingdom or overseas. The post does not attract a National Training Number. However reasonable support will be available for appointees to pursue respective training needs identified. The duties of this post are equivalent to an ST6+ trainee in Neurosurgery. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
Main duties of the job
This post is designed to support the Neurosurgical team, based predominantly at Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield. The successful post holder will work mainly under supervision of the Neuro‑vascular Team including Mr Andrew Bacon and Mr Kishor Choudhari. The post holder will work alongside Trainee doctors at the same level attending neuro‑vascular clinics, theatres & ward rounds. A full shift out of hours working pattern is in operation in line with service requirements.
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post are equivalent to a Specialty Trainee ST6+ and full details are listed in the Job Description document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
* Medical Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
* Have evidence of completion of FRCS (Surgical Neurology) or equivalent overseas qualifications in Neurosurgery
* Distinctions, awards, prizes, scholarships or other degrees
Clinical experience
* CCT in Neurosurgery or ST6+ in Neurosurgery training or equivalent overseas Neurosurgical experience, at ST6+ level (foundation and ST5 competencies with a minimum of 72 months clinical experience)
Research
* Willingness to contribute to research activities
* Integrates appropriate research findings into clinical practice
Teaching and training
* Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
* Willingness to contribute to teaching activities
* Experience in provision of clinical teaching or training
* Ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
Continuous Professional Development
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Management and Administration
* Willing to contribute to service improvement & development
* Experience in working in Multi‑Disciplinary Team environment and awareness of current issues in NHS
Personal attributes
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
* Good oral and written communication skills
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Good time management and organisation skills
* Be able to establish rapport/professional relationship with patients
Clinical governance and audit
* Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
* Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
* Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
* Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
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.
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