Consultant in Clinical Oncology - Sarcoma and Gynaecology

Job summary

Following a substantial investment into the service we have a fantastic opportunity to join our friendly department in the heart of beautiful Devon.

Applicants are invited to apply for the role of part-time consultant in clinical oncology with an interest in gynae-oncology (including brachytherapy) and sarcoma. This is a new post to support the ongoing expansion of the service and to cover a retirement. This is a substantive post and the contract is based at the Royal Devon and University Hospital. The post holders should have a CCT in Clinical Oncology or be within 6 months of CCT at the point of interview.

This role will focus on delivering high-quality care to patients, contributing to multidisciplinary team efforts, and advancing clinical practice within our oncology department.

Royal Devon and University Hospital is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Our Oncology Department is at the forefront of cancer treatment and research, committed to innovative practices and compassionate care.

There are opportunities for teaching and research opportunities with Exeter Medical School and University and a general interest in clinical research is desirable for all posts advertised as the post holder will be expected to recruit to the Trust NCRI and Commercial study portfolios. We are part of the Peninsula Clinical and Medical Oncology training programmes as well as taking IMT trainees within the organisation.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

• Date posted: 30 January 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade:
  Consultant
• Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Part-time
• Reference number:

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW

Employer name:
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address:
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5DW

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Director

Dr Kate Scatchard