Job overview Applications are invited for the post of Senior Clinical Fellow in laparoscopic colorectal surgery based in the colorectal unit at Peterborough City Hospital. This is approved for fellowship training by the Royal College of Surgeons and is on the National Fellowship Scheme’s list of approved fellowships. PCH is a new hospital, and has been receiving patients since 2010. The unit has 6 colorectal surgery consultants. Most of the consultants are fellowship trained and well-experienced. We deal with roughly 225 colorectal cancers per year, the majority of resections are conducted laparoscopically. We are looking to recruit a peri-CCT/CESR candidate who is keen, enthusiastic and demonstrates leadership skills, in addition to surgical ability. Training will be provided in laparoscopic and general colorectal surgery as well as colonoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic). There is no on-call commitment associated with this post. Please see job description for full details. Advert This is a realistic fellowship, as we feel there are enough training opportunities at PCH to serve the training needs of a fellow with 2-4 laparoscopic resections a week. The goal of the fellowship would be to attain competence at laparoscopic colonic resections and introduction to the principles of laparoscopic TME. In addition, the fellow could join in other open cases, redo resections, emergency colorectal surgery joint cases as required by training needs. We hope the fellow would be JAG accredited, thereby allowing some independent endoscopy lists. There are opportunities to keep your hand in with lap cholecystectomies, hernias etc. (General Surgery training registrars will have first priority for non-colorectal cases). The endoscopy unit is very trainee friendly, with opportunity to consolidate your experience. The fellow would have an administrative role in the management of the colorectal unit and the junior staff, as well as rota organisation within the colorectal unit. Additional responsibilities would include database management and overseeing the local ERAS program. We would anticipate at one publication to be generated for the 6 months, this is a key requirement of the job. The fellowship is designed for yr 5/6 trainees, preferably having passed their CCT/CESR. We would be interesting in pro-active individuals with some management/leadership skills. Working for our organisation We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area. In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Weekly timetable (illustrative only, schedule is flexible) 1 clinic 1-2 endoscopy list. 4 theatre sessions (flexible). 1 research/audit session MDT attendance (mandatory) Disclosure & Barring Check Fee Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month’s salary. Volunteers are exempt. Our Values – At the heart of all we do We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview. Early closure notice We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications—please apply without delay. International Applicants & Sponsorship We welcome applications from those needing UK sponsorship. From 2021, most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals need a visa to work in the UK. Important: Salary thresholds and visa rules changed in 2024 — check your eligibility here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. If applying from overseas, you may also need to provide criminal record certificates for countries lived in for 12 months in the past 10 years.