Senior Locally Employed Doctor in Breast Surgery & Endocrine Surgery
The closing date is 06 April 2026
Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery and Endocrine surgery (Locally Employed Doctor). This post is based at the Nightingale Centre, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
The Breast Surgery Unit at MFT is the largest unit in the country and is looking to appoint a Clinical Fellow who wishes to develop skills in both level 3 oncoplastic breast surgery and in thyroid/parathyroid surgery with a view to a career in Breast & Endocrine Surgery.
Main duties of the job
This post will suit candidates who wish to develop skills in both complex oncoplastic breast surgery and thyroid/parathyroid surgery.
Candidates that are non‑GMC registered at the point of application will be considered for this position, under the Trusts International Fellowship Scheme (please note, there is a £500 admin charge for this scheme). More information re this scheme can be found on our website – link in job description.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare – where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job responsibilities
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.
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application!
Diversity Matters
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, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
* Full registration with GMC
* MBBS or equivalent
* MRCS (for UK trainees)
* Eligible for GMC sponsorship via MIFS
* FRCS or equivalent
* CCST completion
* PGDip / MS in Oncoplastic breast surgery
* European Surgical Board qualification (EBSQ) within 6 months
Experience
* At least two years training in breast surgery and one year training in thyroid/parathyroid surgery
* Experience of clinical audit
* Publications
* Oral and poster presentations at conferences
Skills
* Appropriate scores in the IELTS exam
Knowledge
* Good working knowledge of benign and malignant breast conditions.
* Good working knowledge of benign and malignant thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
* To understand the principles and techniques involved in breast reconstruction.
* MD or PhD in breast related research.
* Capacity to work under pressure.
* Team player.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Enthusiasm and experience in undergraduate teaching.
* Basic understanding of NHS management.
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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