Job summary
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and forward-thinking doctors to the post of Registrar in Clinical Oncology. This post is offered on a fixed-term basis until 2nd March 2027 to cover a gap in the current Deanery rotation. There may be scope to extend the appointment for a further six months, subject to confirmation of Deanery placements and continued service requirements.

To fulfil the responsibilities of the post, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate experience in oncological management and preferably hold MRCP or an equivalent qualification. The post may also be attractive to candidates preparing for the FRCR.

Main duties of the job
The post would be particularly suitable for experienced international oncologists wishing to gain further specialist experience in an international tertiary centre. The post could also be tailored to an experienced medical doctor who having completed Foundation and Core Medical competencies (or equivalent), wish to gain a period of focused experience and training in Clinical Oncology before pursuing ST3 training.

The specialty of Clinical Oncology comprises management of cancer using both radiotherapy and systemic therapy (chemotherapy, hormone therapy and biological agents). It offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in managing cancer patients and engaging in clinical research and academia. A multidisciplinary team approach and effective communication is integral to the specialty of oncology.

About us
The Royal Marsden is a world leader in cancer research, treatment and education. Together with our academic partner, The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR), we are the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe and the only National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre specialising in cancer in the UK.

Our mission is to continue to make a national and international contribution to cancer research and treatment, so that more people are cured and quality of life is improved for those with cancer. The Royal Marsden therefore plays an important role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research and innovation, education and leading-edge treatment.

We have a reputation for delivering high quality performance. We were ranked joint first in the CQC national inpatient survey results, above average in national cancer patient experience survey and ranked first amongst teaching hospitals in the UK for our staff survey results.

Predominantly the Trust's workload is from within the South West and West London Cancer Networks but, as a specialist cancer, the Trust has a high out-of-area referral rate for rare cancers, recurrent disease and treatment-related problems including international referrals. The Trust operates a shared care model with St George's Healthcare NHS Trust for paediatric cancer.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £55,355 to £77,348 a year per annum plus London Weighting
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 282-C1983-MED
Job locations: The Royal Marsden Hospital, Downs Road, Sutton, SM2 5PT, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: MB BS, or equivalent
• Essential: Full GMC registration and license to practice
• Desirable: FRCR 1/2
• Desirable: MRCP, or equivalent

Knowledge

• Essential: Broad based knowledge of and understanding of oncology
• Desirable: Experience in chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy

Training Expected

• Essential: It is anticipated that the appointee will have completed ST2 or equivalent in medicine.
• Desirable: Experience in Clinical Oncology

Management/Audit Experience

• Essential: Experience of clinical audit

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden

For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Service Manager, Lucy McManus, lucy.mcmanus@rmh.nhs.uk

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