Junior Clinical Fellow in Cellular Pathology

Job summary

Applications are invited for a junior clinical fellow in Cellular Pathology. Two years' experience in Cellular Pathology is expected. The post is to support the Cellular Pathology Service for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital) and North Middlesex Hospitals.

The main duties will be to participate (on a rotational basis according to department requirements) in the surgical pathology and diagnostic cytology services of the department (including specimen cut-up) and preparation of specimen reports. The successful candidate will be expected to take part in the undergraduate teaching as necessary.

Further responsibilities include participation in audit and administrative functions of the department.

The Cellular Pathology Service receives around 60,000 surgical specimens and 5000 diagnostic cytology specimens per year. The department runs a sub-specialised diagnostic histopathology service for the three hospitals that make up the Trust ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals) and also for the North Middlesex University Hospital through a service level agreement. There are Specialty Leads for Breast, GI, Skin, Cytology, Urology, Hepatobiliary and Liver.

Main duties of the job

• This post is to support Cellular Pathology service activity. The post holder will report Surgical and Cytology cases with consultants and perform cut-up duties as per departmental service requirements. The fellow will be expected to attend MDT Meetings for all sub specialities and support where required.
• The appointee will apply good clinical practice and respect patient confidentiality.
• The department provides training to postgraduate cellular pathology trainees. As part of this role the appointee may attend training sessions led by consultants and may present cases to clinical colleagues at shared learning meetings (black box/MDTs). The appointee will also be expected to take part in the undergraduate teaching as necessary which mainly involves teaching groups of students on four half days each year.
• All trainees have their desk, modern microscope and personal computer. The appointee will have access to the pathology LIMS system (HELIX) with facilities for on-screen reporting, access to PACS radiology system, and EPR electronic patient record, and have access to the internet and email. Digital dictation is available. Photomicrography facilities are also available.
• Participation in audit and administrative functions in the department will be expected. The appointee will attend Black box / teaching sessions and engage in Continued Professional Development activities.

About us

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/.

Details

• Date posted: 07 May 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor - other
• Salary: £52,656 a year per annum plus £2,162 London Weighting
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 6 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 391-RFL-7790028-A
• Job locations: Cellular Pathology, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], London, NW3 2QG

Job description

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Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Registered with the GMC
• FRCPath (part 1)

Desirable

• Postgraduate medical degree
• FRCPath (part 2)

Experience / Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of macroscopic and microscopic pathology to the level required to participate in macroscopic cut-up and histological and cytological reporting rotas, under the supervision of a consultant
• Knowledge of macroscopic and microscopic pathology to the level required to participate in macroscopic cut-up and histological and cytological reporting rotas, under the supervision of a consultant

Desirable

• The decision-making skills needed to lead a multidisciplinary team in a complex environment

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to be personally accountable for actions
• Strong oral and written communications skills in English
• Ability to build good relationships and work collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation
• Ability to relate to patients from a wide range of backgrounds and to empathise with their needs and concerns
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, the public and colleagues and treat others with compassion, dignity and respect, taking into account any diversity issues
• Willingness and skills to recognise and challenge unacceptable behaviour and if necessary escalate
• Strong teaching skills and experience
• Ability to organise and prioritise personal workload
• Awareness and understanding of health, safety and security issues for self and others

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Committed to personal development and learning on the job
• Commitment to high standards of ethics, personal integrity and probity
• Motivated to do an excellent job to best of ability
• The flexibility, enthusiasm, resilience, positive and helpful attitude and drive needed to thrive in today's rapidly changing NHS

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Others

Desirable

• Member of Medical Defence organisation
• An outstanding record of research

Additional information

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: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Address: Cellular Pathology, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], London, NW3 2QG

Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Pathology Service Manager
Eamonn Kane
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