Job summary
- Main area
- Haematology
- Grade
- YC73
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 349-MRI-7971434-RL4-C
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Manchester Royal Infirmary
- Town
- Manchester
- Salary
- £113,565 - £150,569 per annum / pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Locum Consultant in Haematology SCT and Cellular Therapy
YC73
Job overview
This is a Consultant Haematologist posts in the Clinical Haematology Department at Manchester Royal Infirmary to join a well-established and cohesive team at Manchester Foundation Trust. The department of Clinical Haematology is part of the Clinical Service Unit of In-Patient Medical Specialties. The post-holder will also provide on-call provision for haemato-oncology (1:8) for Manchester Royal Infirmary,
This is a 10 PA job plan. Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust.
Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration - MFT cannot support GMC Sponsorship for candidates who are offered permanent vacancies.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- The appointee will work within the haemato-oncology, stem cell transplant, CAR-T and gene therapy service at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
- The appointee will participate in the on-call rota for haemato-oncology
- The appointee will undertake laboratory duties in line with his/her clinical interests.
- The appointee will be expected to undertake both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, both inside and outside the Trust.
- The appointee will be expected to actively participate in clinical trials programme in transplantation, cellular and gene therapies
- The consultant will be expected to provide consultant cross-cover for annual/study leave and short-term sickness for other consultants in the department on a rotational basis.
The Post
This post has arisen as the department continues to expand, with the ever-increasing number of stem cell transplant indications, the extension of cellular (CAR-T) therapies to new products and the developments of gene therapies.
The post holder will work as part of the haemato-oncology and stem cell transplant / cellular and gene therapy teams and is to start as soon as possible. The post holder will work closely with the other members of the attending and on-call consultant teams (Dr Jane Norman, Dr Lourdes Rubio, Dr Eleni Tholouli, Dr Fiona Dignan, Dr Phillip Crea, Dr Jenna Fielding, Dr Johnathon Elliott, Dr Farhan Anjum)
Working for our organisation
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
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Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- MB.ChB or equivalent
- Higher qualification (FRCPath or equivalent)
- Completion of core medical training (MRCP(UK) or equivalent)
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview)
- Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
Desirable criteria
- Postgraduate qualification or equivalent (e.g. MD or PhD)
Management & Administration
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise and manage a busy clinical practice
- Ability to manage and lead a medical firm
Desirable criteria
- Management training
Interpersonal Skills
Essential criteria
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
Academic Achievements/Research
Essential criteria
- Specialist interest in Haemato-oncology
Desirable criteria
- Publications in recognised Medical and Haematology journals
- Research projects relating to the specialist area
Teaching and Audit
Essential criteria
- Teaching of medical students
- Experience of Audit
- Teaching of junior medical staff
- Ability and experience to teach clinical skills
- Experience of supervising Specialist trainees
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
- Specialist Registration with the General Medical Council and Licensed to Practice
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Fiona Dignan
- Job title
- Consultant Haematologist/Clinical Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
We look forward to discussing the opportunities with you. Please contact:
Dr Eleni Tholouli Transplant Director [email protected]
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