Job summary
Employer heading
Associate Professor - Consultant Oncologist Lung & Melanoma
Consultant
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend.
We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation determined to provide the best health care services for our local population and working in the best interests of the people we serve.
Job overview
An exciting and wonderful opportunity has arisen for joint appointment with MSEFT and the University of Essex. The Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) will provide clinical leadership to the Centre for Interdisciplinary Cancer Studies, to enhance cancer research activity in MSEFT across data sciences, biology, genomics, health sciences and population heath (3 PA). You will also work clinically as a Consultant Oncologist specialising in Lung and Melanoma in the MSEFT Oncology Department (7PA).
The Centre for Interdisciplinary Cancer Studies is a collaborative centre for cancer studies between the University of Essex and MSEFT. The centre sets out to use data to answer real world questions to improve patient outcomes and experience.
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Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Consultant Oncologist with an interest in, and knowledge of cancer data and its potential use in service improvement. A track record of working well in a multi-disciplinary team and forming good relationships with senior clinicians is key.
If you would like to know more about the role or would value a confidential discussion with Dr Imtiaz Ahmed (Oncology Clinical Lead) or Donna Chung (Programme Director – Cancer Strategy) about this opportunity, e-mail [email protected].
Working for our organisation
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 17,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
If you would like to know more about the role or would value a confidential discussion with Dr Imtiaz Ahmed (Oncology Clinical Lead) or Donna Chung (Programme Director – Cancer Strategy) about this opportunity, e-mail [email protected].
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or Equivalent medical qualificiation
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview
- Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent
- A higher degree with a MD or PhD
- MRCP/FRCR or equivalent
- Inclusion on GMC Specialist Register for oncology or within 6 months of attainment at the time of interview
- MD or PhD
- Evidence of Management training
Desirable criteria
- Formal training in Data Science or experience in collaborative work in Data Science/AI/Machine learning
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty.
- Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Teaching Experience
Essential criteria
- Knowledge and experience of supervising undergraduates, junior doctors, and other staff
- Ability to teach clinical skills
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Imtiaz Ahmed
- Job title
- Consultant Oncologist/Clinical Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01702 435555
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