Senior Clinical Fellow in Haematology

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Senior Clinical Fellow in Haematology

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract

This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While you will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

• This appointment is for one or more Senior Clinical Fellows in Haematology, based at Southampton General Hospital
• You will join the department of Clinical Haematology and participate in the management of patients with haematological disorders
• You will work within consultant-led subspecialty teams, alongside specialty registrars and other senior clinical fellows
• There may be the option to contribute to the haematology on-call rota depending on experience.
• The posts are open to individuals with experience in internal medicine and/or clinical haematology.
• The posts are available for 12-24 months initially to cover current service vacancies and will be based within subspecialty haematology teams. There may be opportunity to tailor to fit the interests of candidates, including those looking to pursue a career in haematology as well as those post-CCT or who have undertaken haematology training overseas who wish to obtain specific subspecialty experience.
  
  

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

This is a whole time/maximum part-time trust fellow. Part time or job share applicants will be considered for those candidates unable to work full time for personal reasons. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job description will be discussed in consultation with the department.

These posts are designed to mirror the existing ST training programme, and opportunities for education and supervision will be identical, including allocation of an educational supervisor for the duration of the post.

There is flexibility to tailor the rotations to focus on areas of clinical interest of the candidates.

The Principal Duties Of The Posts Will Include

To undertake care of haematology inpatients and outpatients under the supervision of the haematology senior medical teams. This will be through participation in the Haematology Specialist Registrar rotation, rotating through one or more of the subspecialty teams:

• Acute leukaemia, allogeneic stem cell transplant and CAR-T
• Lymphoma and lymphoid malignancy including autologous stem cell transplants and CAR-T
• Myeloma, myeloid and general haematology including autologous stem cell transplants
• Haemostasis, thrombosis and immune haematology
• Red cell haematology and transfusion
• Laboratory haematology
• Paediatric haematology
• Consultative and liaison haematology
• To undertake procedures relevant to haematology, including bone marrow biopsy, intrathecal chemotherapy and tunnelled central catheter removal. Where necessary, appropriate training and supervision will be provided.
• To refer to other specialists as required in order to provide optimal patient care
• To provide specialist haematology advice to other medical and surgical teams, as well as general practitioners. Senior supervision is provided where necessary, depending on the experience of the post-holder
• To participate in the haematology Specialist Registrar on-call rota, where experience allows.
• To undertake care of patients undergoing clinical trials, showing evidence of training and understanding of Good Clinical Practice. Where required, appropriate training in clinical trial protocols will be provided
• To engage with the specialty trainee education programme, including attendance at regular educational meetings. The post-holders will be expected to maintain an educational portfolio mirroring their equivalent stage of training.
• To engage in the department’s clinical governance programme, including, for example, audit, clinic incident reporting and quality meetings.
• To participate in laboratory activities, including reporting of blood and bone marrow specimens and attendance at diagnostic MDTs. Where necessary, appropriate training and supervision will be provided. The extent of participation will depend on the post-holder's experience.
• Where possible, to participate in the collection and analysis of local data with a view to preparing and submitting papers for publication.
• Cross-cover to other specialty teams within haematology during both planned and unplanned absence.
  
  

There are specific team-based job timetables that incorporate a range of inpatient, outpatient and laboratory duties.

You will undertake annual appraisal and Job Planning with the Departmental Lead or nominated deputy.

Education and Training Opportunities

The haematology education and training programme was overhauled in 2021 following the launch of the

JRCTB Haematology Curriculum.

This post is designed to mirror the training programme of deanery appointed resident doctors, and opportunities for education and supervision will be identical, including allocation of an educational supervisor for the duration of the post and access to study leave and self-development time.

There is a weekly Wessex-wide teaching programme encompassing clinical and laboratory haematology plus specific laboratory morphology sessions for more junior trainees to gain laboratory competencies. There are several

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Additional Information

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed fellow doctors and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.

Grades for Trust appointed fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)

Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;

• Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training
• Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
• A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)
  
  

Proposed interview date: 14/08/2026

This vacancy closes on or before 11th August 2026

Person specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Eligible for GMC registration with a licence to practise
• MRCP Part 1 or higher specialty membership exam (or equivalent)
• MRCP Part 2 or higher specialty membership exam (or equivalent
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Internal Medicine experience for at least 12 months OR Clinical Haematology experience for at least 6 months
• Experience of out of hours and emergency care
  
  

Desirable criteria

• GMC registration with a licence to practice
• MRCP PACES or equivalent specialty examination
• Higher postgraduate degree
• Experience working in the NHS
• 24 months internal medicine experience
• Clinical haematology experience for at least 12 months
• Evidence of clinical knowledge in Haematology
• Laboratory haematology experience
• Experience in procedures related to haematology, including bone marrow biopsy and tunnelled central venous catheter removal
• Quality Improvement or education project completion
• Publications and presentations related to haematology
  
  

Aptitudes and skills

Essential criteria

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Evidence of ability to work with indirect supervision in clinical haematology in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Evidence of understanding of principles of treatment for cancer and haematology patients
  
  

Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Always Improving, Working Together, Patients First