Job overview
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Pelvic Pain, offering senior O&G trainees, post-CCT doctors, and those pursuing CESR or OOPE/OOPT the opportunity to develop advanced expertise in complex benign gynaecology. Based primarily at Princess Royal Hospital, with work across Trust sites, the role focuses on laparoscopic surgery, pelvic pain, and multidisciplinary endometriosis care within the BSGE-accredited Sussex Endometriosis Centre.
Working under the supervision of Miss Rebecca Mallick, Consultant Gynaecologist and Sussex Endometriosis Centre Lead, the fellow will gain high-volume exposure to advanced laparoscopic procedures, hysteroscopy, and specialist ultrasound, with structured training and progression towards independent practice. The post offers a rich mix of theatre, clinic, and MDT work, alongside opportunities for research, audit, and teaching.
This is an exceptional chance to join a dynamic, research-active team committed to improving outcomes for women with chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, and other gynaecological conditions, while advancing your surgical skills, leadership experience, and academic profile.
Main duties of the job
This fellowship offers structured, high-volume training in advanced laparoscopic and open non-cancer gynaecological surgery, pelvic pain management, outpatient hysteroscopy, and advanced gynaecological ultrasound. Working closely with Miss Rebecca Mallick, Consultant Gynaecologist and Lead for the BSGE-accredited Sussex Endometriosis Centre, the postholder will be part of a multidisciplinary tertiary referral service for complex endometriosis.
Ideal for post-CCT clinicians, CESR candidates, or trainees on OOPE/OOPT, the role provides weekly theatre sessions including complex endometriosis excision, ureterolysis, bowel and urological procedures, laparoscopic hysterectomy and myomectomy, and open non-cancer surgery. Fellows will attend pelvic pain and endometriosis clinics, perform outpatient hysteroscopy, participate in MDTs, and develop expertise in advanced ultrasound.
The post offers opportunities in research, audit, service development, and teaching, with support to complete RCOG SITMs and gain advanced surgical and scanning skills. The fellow will contribute to regional laparoscopic training, guideline development, and quality improvement, while working alongside radiology, colorectal and urology surgeons, pain specialists, and specialist nurses in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Working for our organisation
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH) and Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) comprises 19 substantive consultants, including three gynaecological oncologists, one obstetrician, one gynaecologist, and the remainder practising across both obstetrics and gynaecology.
At PRH, the medical team includes eight resident doctors at registrar level, one of whom is part of the KSS ST3–7 rotation, and seven resident doctors at SHO level, with two on the KSS ST1–2 rotation. RSCH hosts nine resident doctors at registrar level (three clinical fellows and six on the KSS ST3–7 rotation) and nine resident doctors at SHO level, including two on the KSS ST1–2 rotation. Additionally, two F1 doctors are based in gynaecological oncology at RSCH.
The department benefits from dedicated educational leadership, with Mr Vuivun Wong serving as College Tutor at PRH and Miss Abi Kalaparan at RSCH, ensuring structured supervision, training, and development for medical staff across both sites.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This clinical fellow post in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Pelvic Pain at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust offers a unique opportunity to gain advanced, high-volume experience in laparoscopic surgery, pelvic pain management, outpatient hysteroscopy, and gynaecological ultrasound.
Based primarily at Princess Royal Hospital, the role involves working closely with Miss Rebecca Mallick, Consultant Gynaecologist and Lead for the BSGE-accredited Sussex Endometriosis Centre—a tertiary referral service for complex endometriosis.
Ideal for post-CCT clinicians, CESR candidates, or trainees undertaking OOPE/OOPT, the fellowship offers regular theatre and outpatient sessions, active participation in the endometriosis MDT, and involvement in research, teaching, service development, and leadership. The fellow will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team across a dynamic and expanding tertiary centre.
Clinical Duties
·Participate in weekly theatre sessions, including:
oAdvanced laparoscopic procedures: excision of endometriosis, ureterolysis, bowel surgery (shaving, discoid resection, anterior resection), and urological procedures (e.g. stenting)
oLaparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic myomectomy, and open benign gynaecological procedures
·Attend weekly pelvic pain and endometriosis clinics
·Undertake regular outpatient hysteroscopy sessions
·Participate in dedicated advanced scanning sessions to develop gynaecological ultrasound skills, including deep endometriosis mapping
·Contribute to the monthly endometriosis MDT
Research, Development, and Leadership
·Engage in clinical research, audit, and service evaluation projects
·Present and publish work at national and international conferences
·Support the expansion of the non cancer gynaecology services, including independent supported hysteroscopy and theatre sessions when competencies are met
·Contribute to guideline development, quality improvement initiatives, and business case writing
·Actively participate in the delivery of the Trust’s established laparoscopic training programme
Education and Training
·Complete relevant RCOG gynaecological surgical SITMs
·Access advanced training in scanning and surgical techniques
·Teach and mentor junior doctors, medical students, and participants in the local and regional laparoscopic training programme
Supervision and Support
·Work under the direct supervision of Miss Rebecca Mallick, within a multidisciplinary team including radiology, colorectal and urology surgeons, pain specialists, and specialist nurses
·Participate in the full shift on-call rota (1 in 8)
Learning and Professional Development
·Attend mandatory training updates
·Undertake agreed training as part of the personal development process
·Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within set timescales
·Identify learning needs and plan training requirements with the line manager
·Participate in the Trust’s appraisal process to support service improvement and patient care
Flexibility
·Undertake occasional additional duties in emergencies or unforeseen circumstances as requested by the supervising consultant, in consultation with colleagues
·Be prepared to undertake other duties consistent with the role, including project work, internal rotation, and absence cover, as required by service needs
Provisional Timetable
Day
Time
Type of Work
Location (Ward / Site)
Monday
am
Theatre
pm
Theatre
Tuesday
am
On-call (alternate weeks)
pm
On-call (alternate weeks)
Wednesday
am
Endometriosis clinic
pm
Outpatient hysteroscopy
Thursday
am
Theatre
pm
Gynaecology on call (day time cover)
Friday
am
Endometriosis Clinic
pm
Admin
Saturday
am
pm
Sunday
am
pm
Visiting Arrangements
Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to email/phone for informal discussion by arrangement with:
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. •Basic medical degree
2. •Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
3. •Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
4. •Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable criteria
5. •Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
6. •Clinical experience expected of a registrar level doctor in both obstetrics and gynaecology
7. •Expertise and skills in general gynaecology
Desirable criteria
8. •Scanning experience
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
9. •Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
10. •Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
11. •Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
12. •Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
13. •Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
14. •Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
15. •Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
16. •Research experience
17. •Publications
18. •Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential criteria
19. •Appropriate progression of career to date
20. •Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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