Job summary
This new post, funded by the South East Endoscopy Academy, offers an exciting opportunity to a senior gastroenterology or surgical trainee to contribute to the development of the endoscopy academy whilst gaining additional skills and experience in advanced endoscopy and endoscopy training.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to assist with the delivery of endoscopy academy activity including, Endoscopy simulation, Endoscopic non-technical skills, Basic skills in Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy courses, Pig-model polypectomy courses and endoscopy training during endoscopy immersion weeks. The postholder will have the opportunity to train in an advanced specialist area depending on interest and level of experience. Opportunities include: Complex polyp resection including: EMR, ESD, Speedboat, FTRD, EUS - OG staging, HPB including therapeutics, ERCP including Spyglass Cholangioscopy, Video Capsule Endoscopy and Wireless pH and manometry.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
MWRSCH-GASTRO-FELLOW-01
Job locations
St Richards Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Delivery of basic endoscopy skills and courses
Facilitation and delivery of training during endoscopy immersion weeks
Some service list commitments (~1 per week)
Development of Academy course information booklets, course material
Job description
Job responsibilities
Delivery of basic endoscopy skills and courses
Facilitation and delivery of training during endoscopy immersion weeks
Some service list commitments (~1 per week)
Development of Academy course information booklets, course material
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
* Basic Medical Degree
* Full MRCP
* Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
* Advanced Life Support Certificate from Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
* Higher Degree
* JAG Train Colonscopy Trainers Certificate
Person Specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
* Basic Medical Degree
* Full MRCP
* Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
* Advanced Life Support Certificate from Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
* Higher Degree
* JAG Train Colonscopy Trainers Certificate
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
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Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Employer's website
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