Job summary
Applications are invited for a full time post-CCT Clinical Fellow in Robotic Oesophago-Gastric (OG) Surgery at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford.

This is a one year post commencing Wednesday 07th April 2027, specifically intended for senior trainees seeking to consolidate their training in robotic OG cancer, robotic complex benign, and emergency OG surgery. The Oesophago-Gastric unit is well supported with 6 consultant OG surgeons, 1 Fellow (this position), 2 SpRs, 2 SHOs and 2 F1s. There are 5 upper GI clinical nurse specialists, 5 dedicated OG dietitians, an excellent physiotherapy team and exceptional anaesthetic/intensive care support. The Trust offers full step down care for major resections and emergency cases where required, and a dedicated upper GI ward. Experience in the use of standardised enhanced recovery pathways will also be gained.

The successful applicant will attend the weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting, out-patient clinics, therapeutic endoscopy and theatre sessions, and take part in the General Surgery SpR on-call rota. There will specifically be opportunities to undertake training in radical robotic OG cancer surgery in 4 dedicated three session robotic lists per week. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in audits arranged by the firms and will have the opportunity to undertake research and teaching for undergraduate students.

Interview: 17/11/26

Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will have responsibility for day-to-day management of the in-patients, attend outpatient clinics, and receive training in robotic oesophago-gastric cancer surgery, therapeutic endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound. The successful applicant will also be involved in research and teaching activities. The appointee will also be part of the on-call rota (SpR), for surgical emergencies.

About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: Depending on experience, per annum, plus enhancements
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 384-KA-EMF21581

Job responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Clinical Fellow are to support the delivery of high quality care for patients with oesophago-gastric cancer, along with benign and emergency upper GI surgery.

The oesophago-gastric unit is well supported with two SpRs, two SHOs and two F1s. There are five upper GI clinical nurse specialists, five dedicated OG dieticians, and an excellent anaesthetic/intensive care support. The Trust offers full step down care for major resections and emergency cases where required.

The Clinical Fellow will attend the weekly multi-disciplinary team meetings, outpatients, endoscopy and theatre sessions. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in audits arranged by the firms and will have the opportunity to undertake teaching for undergraduate students.

For more details please refer to attached Job description.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Full GMC registration
• Essential: MBBS or equivalent
• Essential: MRS or equivalent
• Essential: ALTS
• Desirable: BSc Distinction/Honours/Prizes or equivalent
• Desirable: BSc or equivalent

Knowledge

• Essential: Relevant experience with experience in laparoscopic upper GI surgery and OG cancer surgery
• Essential: Appropriate operating experience as evidenced by log book summary
• Essential: ATLS provider
• Essential: Evidence of experience in audit and teaching
• Essential: Evidenced robotic simulation training
• Essential: Basic Surgical Skills Course
• Desirable: Robotic surgery experience
• Desirable: Formal training in teaching CRISP course
• Desirable: Intensive care experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Surrey Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Consultant Mr Nima Abbassi-Ghadi, 01483571122

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