Job summary
This post is available from 1st December 2026 - 3rd August 2027 and is designed for a senior neurosurgical trainee (peri- or post-CCT if a UK applicant). The post is attached to Prof Jenkinson, Mr Chavredakis, Mr Zakaria (Senior lecturer) and Mr Youshani but the successful applicant would be expected to work within the associated firm. The fellow will participate in both the clinical activity of the firm, and research including clinical trials recruitment. The successful candidate will be expected to join the Associate PI scheme for the NIHR funded STOP 'EM trial.

Main duties of the job
The postholder will take part in the 2-tier registrar on call for adult (WCFT) neurosurgery. On call for the Walton Centre is a resident shift-based system, with a second level non-resident based registrar. On call is compliant with both EWTD and BMA guidelines on junior doctor's hours of work.

About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Details
Date posted: 16 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £76,582 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 8 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 160-8354522
Closing date: 30 October 2026

Job responsibilities
The University of Liverpool Clinical Academic neuro-oncology group is comprised of 1 professor, 1 senior lecturer, 3 ACF, and 3 PhD staff. There is an active portfolio of research for meningioma, metastases and glioma. The group leads on several multi-centre neurosurgery randomised controlled trials (ROAM, STOP EM, RESTART), as well as undertaking basic and translational imaging and laboratory work.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: MBChB or equivalent
• Essential: GMC registered
• Essential: MRCS (or approved overseas equivalent)
• Desirable: Higher or other degree
• Desirable: Awards, distinctions, prizes, scholarships
• Desirable: Post-CCT trainee

Experience

• Essential: Senior neurosurgical trainee (ST7 or above (or equivalent))
• Essential: Equivalent overseas training will be considered.
• Desirable: Intercollegiate examination in Neurosurgery [FRCS (neuro.surg)].

Knowledge/ Clinical & Technical Skills

• Essential: Appropriate experience with evidence of understanding and the ability to apply it in clinical practice.
• Essential: Competent in managing patients including note keeping, and in undertaking surgical procedures.
• Essential: Evidence of potential to develop.

Research

• Desirable: Some experience of publications and presentations

Audit

• Essential: Understanding of principles
• Desirable: Participation in audit

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.

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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Walton Centre, Lower Lane Fazakerley, Liverpool, L9 7LJ, United Kingdom
Contact: Professor Michael Jenkinson, michael.jenkinson2@nhs.net
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