Locally Resident Doctors

Role Summary

This surgical oncology fellowship at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust provides senior trainees with consultant‑level decision‑making and hands‑on experience in advanced rectal cancer, colorectal cancer, appendix tumours, anal cancer, and pelvic malignancies. Fellows will serve as first assistant/supervised surgeon in 50‑70 complex and major cases, gain expertise in cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC), multivisceral resections, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and participate in research and education activities.

• Develop independent practice in colorectal cancer and peritoneal disease management.
• Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including colorectal, neuroendocrine, retroperitoneal sarcoma and pelvic oncology specialists.
• Perform 50‑70 complex and major surgical cases as first assistant/supervised surgeon.
• Engage in research projects, prepare abstracts and publications, and contribute to teaching and surgical education.
• Commit to Level 1b on‑call duties compliant with EWTD.

Eligibility is limited to senior trainees post CCT or within 12 months of post‑CCT, with a strong background in colorectal and pelvic oncology and a commitment to developing consultant‑level decision‑making.

The fellowship lasts 12 months, commencing February 2026. Fellows will work closely with the Colorectal Team, receive an Assigned Educational Supervisor for the year, and experience a structured rotational programme designed to balance exposure across colorectal and pelvic surgery.

• Patient and staff focused.
• Inclusive team environment and leads with care and compassion.
• Empowers and coaches individuals and teams.
• Good communicator—listens, shares information, and gives regular feedback.
• Takes responsibility for improving quality and learning and supports research.
• Sets a clear vision and purpose for the team.
• Collaborates and connects with others.
• Strong and fair decision maker.
• Supports career development and discusses performance.
• Role models the Christie Commitment principles and behaviours.

The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority people, and people with disabilities. The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce and to tackling inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.