Clinical Fellow in Colorectal Cancer and Peritoneal Surface Malignancy

Applications are welcomed for x3 12 month senior fellowship posts commencing in August 2025, October 2025 and October 2026 at the Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre (CPOC), based at The Christie NHS FT, Manchester - UK Europe's largest single site cancer hospital. We are looking to recruit fellows for three upcoming post: 1. CPOC fellowship in Advanced Colorectal Cancer and Peritoneal Surface Malignancy - commencing in August 2025 2. RCS/ACPGBI Advanced Pelvic Malignancy Fellowship - commencing in October 2025 3. RCS/ACPGBI Advanced Pelvic Malignancy Fellowship - commencing in October 2026 This surgical oncology fellowship aims to provide an opportunity to develop consultant-level decision-making and gain significant hands-on experience in the management of advanced rectal cancer (TME, beyond TME, and recurrent cancer), advanced colorectal cancer, appendix tumours, and anal cancer. We are also a centre for neuroendocrine tumours, retroperitoneal sarcoma, and advanced pelvic malignancies (gynaecological and urological). Over 350 major and complex surgical resections are performed at the unit each year. CPOC hosts six registrars/ fellows with equal opportunities to engage with the unit's activities with an expectation for the fellow to be first assistant/supervised surgeon in 50-70 complex and major cases during their fellowship year. The appointees will gain significant experience in cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC), multivisceral resections, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery. CPOC fellows will also be involved in CPOC research activities and in the unit's surgical education activities. This will include faculty membership on The Christie Advanced Pelvic Malignancy Cadaveric Workshop and The Christie FRCS Part 2 course. Fellows will also have the opportunity to be mentored on the ESSO/PSOGI European School of Peritoneal Surface Oncology Training Programme., This fellowship is in colorectal, pelvic, and peritoneal tumour management. The successful candidate will gain experience in the management of primary and advanced colorectal cancer, recurrent colorectal cancer, anal cancer, pelvic oncology, and appendix tumours. This will place the successful candidate in an ideal position to pursue a consultant career in cancer surgery. These fellowship posts are designed for senior trainees who are within 12-months of or post CCT., There are currently 25 Consultant Surgeons with variable sessional commitments. The group comprises: Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre Professor ST O'Dwyer Mr MS Wilson Professor AG Renehan Mr C Selvasekar Professor O Aziz Mr Hamish Clouston, The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. The Christie Leader We have a set of leadership values for our Trust leaders, consisting of;

• Is patient and staff focused
• Creates an inclusive team environment and leads with care and compassion
• Empowers and coaches individuals and teams
• Is a good communicator-listens and shares Information and gives regular feedback
• Takes responsibility for improving quality and learning and supports Research
• Sets a clear vision/purpose for the team
• Collaborates and connects with others
• Is a strong and fair decision maker
• Supports career development and discusses performance
• Role models the Christie Commitment principles and behaviours
Job Planning 1AM I PM Monday Pelvic MDT Ward Round Theatre Theatre I Tuesday Thursday PTS MDT/Anal MDT Ward Round OPD Admin/Theatre Friday NET MDT Theatre/Surgical Education/Research PTS Business meeting (monthly) Pathology MDT (monthly) Research Meeting (monthly) I Wednesday I PTS MDT/ Theatre I Endoscopy I Theatre I Clinical Research/Teaching

· Developing the knowledge and skills to perform and prepare for independent practice in the management of colorectal cancer and peritoneal disease. · Developing leadership skills · Working collaboratively with other specialties · Improving skills in diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy · Inpatient management · Delivery of surgical education · An on-call commitment (Level 1b, EWTD compliant). · Undertaking a research project · Preparation of abstracts and papers for presentation and publication · Teaching and educational activities., Medical Degree AF, Full registration with GMC MRCS (or equivalent) CCT or Within six months to CCT FRCS (Gen Surg) or its equivalent AF Professional Qualifications GMC registration CE 2. TRAINING Completed FY2 3. EXPERIENCE Job Specific Satisfactory training record or satisfactory ARCP, Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit and research. Evidence of active participation in clinical research/ audit AF/I 4. TEACHING Experience and desire to be involved in teaching and education Interest in teaching non- medical staff 5. PERSONAL SKILLS Evidence of good written and verbal communication skills Awareness of specific needs of patients and carers, issues relating to service provision for cancer patients in hospital and the community Ability and enthusiasm to teach medical undergraduates and Allied Health Professionals Higher degree in allied subjects (MD or medical education or management qualifications) Recognition of the importance of MDT processes and engagement with multispecialty working. Empathy with patients and carers involved in tertiary treatments and understanding of their special needs.AF/1/RActive interest in research and audit (Evidence of completed audit and Publication in peer- reviewed journals)Commitment to researchClarity of career aims, in particular reasons for choosing fellowship post in complex colorectal surgeryEvidence of being a goodteam member 6. CIRCUMSTANCES Domicile Within 30 minutes travel time to the hospital.

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK., The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants. We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit. We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure. By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful. The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer. Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website. You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.