Neurosurgery Job at Oxford University Hospitals: Apply Now
Neurosurgery Job: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking applications for a Senior Clinical Fellowship in Pituitary and Endoscopic Skull Base Neurosurgery. This advanced fellowship offers high-level subspecialty exposure within a globally recognized academic neurosurgical centre, combining complex surgical practice, research opportunities, and structured teaching in a supportive NHS teaching environment.
Neurosurgery Job Details
- Position Title: Pituitary/Endoscopic Skull Base Fellow in Neurosurgery
- Grade: NHS Medical & Dental – Trust Doctor (ST7 and above)
- Specialty: Neurosurgery
- Employment Type: Fixed-term contract (12 months)
- Work Schedule: Full-time, average 48 hours per week (with on-call commitments)
- Location: John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford
- Salary: £73,992 per annum
- Job Reference: 321-NOTS-MS-7645258
About the Job
This is a 12-month senior clinical fellowship designed to provide advanced subspecialty training in pituitary and minimally invasive/endoscopic skull base neurosurgery. The post holder will also contribute to general neurosurgery on-call services as part of a two-tier rota. The fellowship offers a balanced mix of operative exposure, multidisciplinary collaboration, teaching, and academic development.
Neurosurgery Job: Qualifications
Essential:
- Full GMC registration
- FRCS or equivalent
Desirable:
- FRCS (SN)
- Higher medical degree
Experience
Essential:
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Completion of general neurosurgical training to specialist level or equivalent
Desirable:
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Demonstrated interest in research with peer-reviewed publications
About Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest and most respected NHS teaching trusts in the UK, delivering a wide range of general and specialist healthcare services. The Trust comprises four major hospitals:
- John Radcliffe Hospital
- Churchill Hospital
- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre
- Horton General Hospital, Banbury
OUH is internationally recognized for excellence in clinical care, education, training, and research. The Trust operates under the philosophy of Delivering Compassionate Excellence, guided by values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence—ensuring patients remain at the centre of all care.
Neurosurgery Job: Role Overview
- Post Title: Royal College of Surgeons Senior Clinical Fellowship – Pituitary / Endoscopic Skull Base Neurosurgery
- Base Hospital: West Wing, John Radcliffe Hospital
- Supervising Consultant: Mr Simon Cudlip
- Work Pattern: To be agreed with supervising consultant
- On-call Commitment: Two-tier rota, second tier
This role provides structured exposure to complex pituitary and skull base cases within a high-volume tertiary referral centre.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop advanced subspecialty skills in pituitary and endoscopic skull base neurosurgery
- Provide 16–32 hours per week of general neurosurgery on-call cover
- Work closely with endocrinology, neurosurgery, and multidisciplinary teams
- Participate in teaching and supervision of registrars and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain high standards of patient safety, clinical governance, and evidence-based care
- Engage in professional development, academic meetings, and research activity
- Produce at least one peer-reviewed publication during the fellowship period
