Senior Clinical Fellow in Neonatal Medicine (ST6+equivalent)

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Senior Clinical Fellow in Neonatal Medicine (ST6+equivalent) The closing date is 15 November 2026 SENIOR CLINICAL FELLOW POST (ST6+ MT04) IN NEONATOLOGY - 6 months onlyTo start asap University College London Hospital NHS Trust (UCLH) is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic applicant for the post of tier 2 resident (ST6+) in neonatal medicine. This is an exciting opportunity to gain tertiary neonatal intensive care experience working in the heart of central London at UCLH. This appointment is for 6 months, working in the neonatal intensive care unit at UCLH.

The UCLH neonatal unit is the primary referral centre for neonatal intensive care (a tertiary unit with 21 ITU and HDU cots) for the North Central London Perinatal Network and provides a full range of intensive care for the sickest and most vulnerable babies. We specialise in neonatal neuro-critical care, and we are a regional centre for therapeutic hypothermia (cooling). We work in partnership with our UCLH fetal medicine unit, a regional, national and international referral centre for complex pregnancies, and the world-renowned Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), specialist paediatric hospital, to collaboratively care for babies with complex conditions.

Main duties of the job The successful candidate will join a well-established clinical, academic and multidisciplinary neonatal team with an international reputation for delivering excellent in neonatal care, education and research. This post offers an exceptional opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, committed to high standards of patient care, innovation and service development. The successful application will be encouraged to contribute actively to quality improvement initiatives, clinical governance and the ongoing development of neonatal services.

They will also benefit from the unit's extensive and well-structured teaching and professional development programme, exposure to a diverse and complex neonatal case mix and opportunities to participate in research and educational activities. The unit is accredited in Australia for paediatric training, reflecting the high quality of clinical experience and training available.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

This role provides substantial senior level clinical experience and is designed to support progression towards consultant practice. Senior residents will develop advanced skills in clinical leadership, decision making and service management while working closely with consultants and the wider multi-disciplinary team. during shift work, the post holder will undertake responsibilities consistent with acting as the senior clinical decision maker and chief doctor on the shift, ensuring safe, effective and coordinated patient care while supporting junior staff and collaborating closely with the MDT. This position provides excellent preparation for future senior leadership roles within neonatal medicine.

All candidates must be eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise For further information or to arrange to visit the department please contact: Dr Reena Bhatt, unit college tutor for NICU, and Dr Christina Kortsalioudaki, workforce lead for NICU on 020 3447 8094. To apply: PLEASE APPLY VIA NHS JOBS. We would welcome applications from both UK and overseas candidates who are completing training in Neonatal Medicine.

We are able to offer Microsoft Teams interviews if required. We are able to offer flexible working in line with UCLH policy. Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date.

You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application

Job description

Job responsibilities For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. This role provides substantial senior level clinical experience and is designed to support progression towards consultant practice. Senior residents will develop advanced skills in clinical leadership, decision making and service management while working closely with consultants and the wider multi-disciplinary team. during shift work, the post holder will undertake responsibilities consistent with acting as the senior clinical decision maker and chief doctor on the shift, ensuring safe, effective and coordinated patient care while supporting junior staff and collaborating closely with the MDT.

This position provides excellent preparation for future senior leadership roles within neonatal medicine. All candidates must be eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise For further information or to arrange to visit the department please contact: Dr Reena Bhatt, unit college tutor for NICU, and Dr Christina Kortsalioudaki, workforce lead for NICU on 020 3447 8094. To apply: PLEASE APPLY VIA NHS JOBS.

We would welcome applications from both UK and overseas candidates who are completing training in Neonatal Medicine. We are able to offer Microsoft Teams interviews if required. We are able to offer flexible working in line with UCLH policy.

Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* * UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS * oMBBS or equivalent medical qualification * oMRCPCH or equivalent * oMSc or other higher degree ELIGIBILITY * oPrevious experience of working at middle grade in paediatrics/ neonatology in the UK or at an equivalent level neonatal unit overseas * oEligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment * oEligibility to work in the UK * oPrevious experience in a neonatal tertiary centre * oExperience in a sub-speciality relevant to neonatal medicine * oExperience in contributing to service development and quality improvement. FITNESS TO PRACTICE * oIs up to date and fit to practice safely LANGUAGE SKILLS * oAll applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues which could be demonstrated by one of the following: a)that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or b)have the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (ELTS) - Overall 7, Speaking 7, Listening 6, Reading 6, Writing 6 However, if applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples, they need to provide evidence CAREER PROGRESSION * oAbility to provide complete details of employment history and adequate career progression 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.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery £67,325 a yearper annum + London Weighting Pro-rata Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months

Working pattern

Part-time Reference number 309-UCLH-8403598 Job locations National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery #J-18808-Ljbffr