Clinical Teaching Fellow - Gastroenterology
The closing date is 17 March 2026
Applications are invited from registered medical practitioners for a Teaching Fellowship, jointly supervised by the Gastroenterology and Undergraduate directorates within The James Cook University Hospital, South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Close collaboration and flexible working between the two directorates is integral to the appointment, to balance clinical and teaching commitments. Opportunities for experience in service development and research projects in gastroenterology will be strongly encouraged. The post is for 12 months from August; however an earlier start could be negotiated. An appropriate salary scale will be agreed with the successful candidate. The successful candidate must be a fully registered medical practitioner who has successfully completed the Foundation Programme or has equivalent training. The post-holder will be given a funded opportunity to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education.
Main duties of the job
This post offers an exciting opportunity to join an enthusiastic team of clinical educators within the field of gastroenterology. The aim of this post is to assist with development and delivery of the existing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes within the gastroenterology department at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Teaching Fellow will also gain clinical experience through contributions to ward work and clinics in gastroenterology. On-call duties may be available subject to the needs of the service and the individual. The post provides the opportunity to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate of Medical Education at Newcastle University.
The post holder will also be encouraged to participate in service development / quality improvement projects within the department. There is also opportunity to gain research experience by supporting the team with existing multi-centre research trials, or by undertaking original research in support of the projects above.
The post holder is expected to work flexibly across the academic year to ensure adequate progress in all main areas of activity. A flexible job plan will be agreed on upon appointment in discussion with the clinical and educational lead.
About us
It is envisaged that this post will provide an excellent platform for career development either for those completing the foundation programme, or for those seeking future specialty training posts in gastroenterology
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Medical Degree (MB BS or equivalent)
* Possesses GMC registration with a licence to practise
* Successful completion of Foundation Programme or equivalent training
* BSc or other intercalated degree
* ALS
* Teaching qualification(s)
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
* Research publications
EXPERIENCE
* Evidence of teaching experience
* Previous experience of working in the NHS is essential to this role
* Experience of managing patients with gastrointestinal disorders
* Evidence of audit experience
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.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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