Consultant Haematologist – Special Interest in Haemostasis & Thrombosis
Closing date: 10 May 2026
Two Whole‑Time Consultant Haematologists with specialist interest in Haemostasis and Thrombosis within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, will support a suitably qualified appointee (e.g. one who has been awarded or is in preparation for submission for a higher degree and is research active) to further establish research in Haemostasis and Thrombosis.
Any candidate who wishes to work less than full‑time will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Main duties of the job
The appointees will, together with consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Haemostasis and Thrombosis Service. It is expected that the successful candidate work flexibly and cooperatively with other members of the team in order to provide a high quality, comprehensive service within this teaching hospital environment.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. The city is surrounded by the beautiful Peak District National Park, and its central location and excellent transport links mean it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award‑winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high‑quality care, as well as family‑friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals how we can support their ambitions.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practise, name on the specialist register for Haematology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. 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 Foundation Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
* Name on the specialist register for Haematology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
* MRCP/FRCP and FRCPath or equivalent.
* MD or PhD or equivalent.
Management and Administration
* Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management.
Clinical governance and audit
* Experience in performing clinical audit.
* Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.
Personal attributes
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC's good medical practice (2013).
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
* Publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
* A higher degree [or is preparing for submission for a higher degree] and is research active.
Teaching and training
* Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels.
Continuous Professional Development
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.
* Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio.
Clinical experience
* Specialist training in the clinical management of haematological disorders.
* Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Haematology.
* Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects of the post plus any specific experience required for the post.
* Enthusiasm to develop a specialty interest in hemostasis and thrombosis.
* To have consultant experience in the investigation and management of patients with inherited and acquired bleeding and thrombotic disorders.
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.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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