Senior Clinical Fellow in Respiratory Medicine (Lung cancer)

A Vacancy at Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Respiratory Medicine (Lung cancer / Sleep and Ventilation)

This post provides an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and ambitious doctor to gain advanced clinical experience in Respiratory Medicine, with particular emphasis on Lung Cancer and Sleep‑Disordered Breathing. It offers exposure to sub‑specialty areas including pleural disease, thoracic ultrasound, bronchoscopy, and EBUS. The successful candidate will join a dynamic multidisciplinary team within the Chest Clinic at King George Hospital, benefiting from robust clinical supervision, structured educational opportunities, and involvement in research, audit, and quality improvement activities.

Department: Respiratory Medicine
Location: King George Hospital
Responsible to: Consultant in Respiratory Medicine / Clinical Lead for Lung Cancer and Sleep Medicine
Contract: Fixed‑term for 12 months (renewable subject to mutual agreement)
Salary: Equivalent to NHS Specialty Registrar (ST3–ST7) / Senior Clinical Fellow scale

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support comprehensive respiratory care, focusing on Lung Cancer, Sleep Medicine, and Ventilatory Support.
• Undertake advanced procedures, including Bronchoscopy, EBUS, Thoracic Ultrasound, and Pleural Interventions, under appropriate supervision.
• Triage and review Lung Cancer referrals and contribute to diagnostic and management pathways.
• Actively participate in the Lung Cancer MDT, contributing to evidence‑based treatment planning.
• Report and interpret Respiratory Sleep Studies and Pulmonary Function Tests under consultant supervision.
• Engage in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervise junior medical staff and students.

The duties are subject to review from time to time in light of the changing requirements of the service. Any alterations to the duties described will be mutually agreed between the postholder, their supervisor, and the Trust.

This advert may close earlier than the advertised closing date to streamline the shortlisting process. The advert closes on Thursday 21 May 2026.

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