Overview
A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year. Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals.
Position
Senior LED in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Digital Research ST5+). Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Senior LED in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Digital Research ST5+). We are seeking doctors wishing to take out of programme experience from specialty training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at ST4-5+. This research post will focus on data analysis and digital architecture working closely with Professor Jenny Myers and Dr. Vicki Palin at the University of Manchester. Candidates will be expected to register for an MPhil with the University of Manchester and be out of programme for a minimum of two years. Candidate who wish to extend the out of programme experience will be able to convert to a MD. The research component of the position will occupy 60% of the post and be based at St. Mary’s Hospital ORC, the clinical component will occupy 40% with sessions and on call based at NMG.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Fellow will work on the Tier 3 on-call rota, and as such will take on the responsibilities associated with this role, which is equivalent to that of a ST5+ trainee. The Clinical Fellow will be supervised by a consultant. The Clinical Fellow will need to respect the roles of others within a multidisciplinary team and communicate with them appropriately. The purpose of the Digital Fellow post is to enable full realisation of the Trust’s EPR Hive (EPIC) which is fully integrated into all clinical departments. Working closely the SMH CIO Prof. Jenny Myers candidates will become qualified “EPIC builders” with skills ready for the next decades of medical care. The purpose of the Education Fellow post is to enable interested ST to develop an interest in undergraduate or postgraduate medical education. Trainees will work with undergraduate and post graduate consultant leads and the director of SMMCS PGME to develop and deliver education programmes across the ORC and NMG campuses.
Qualifications
Applicants must have out of programme experience from specialty training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at ST4-5+. Will need to register for an MPhil with the University of Manchester and be out of programme for a minimum of two years. When wishing to extend the out of programme experience will be able to convert to a MD.
Benefits & Supporting Documents
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
EEO Statement
We’re looking forward to hearing from you! MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Deadline
This advert closes on Thursday 1 Jan 2026
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