MT04 Senior Clinical Fellow in Hepatology & Liver Transplantation
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Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust MT04 Senior Clinical Fellow in Hepatology & Liver Transplantation
The closing date is 11 November 2026
Job summary
Applications are invited for 2 senior clinical fellow posts in Hepatology and Liver Transplantation working within the Royal Free Hospital Liver unit. The Royal Free provides secondary and tertiary Hepatology services, including liver transplantation, management of complex portal hypertension and management of complex pancreatic and biliary diseases.
Posts 1 and 2: Senior Clinical Fellow in Hepatology and Liver Transplantation, 12 month fixed contract beginning March 2027.
Main duties of the job
The appointees will participate in the full range of daytime activities, to include general hepatology and specialist outpatients, endoscopy lists, contribution to care of Hepatology and Liver Transplant inpatients, research, audit, teaching and quality improvement projects. The appointees will be able to attend weekly MDTs scheduled in transplantation, viral hepatology and hepatobiliary malignancies, radiology and pathology meetings.
The posts will be most suited to those reaching the end of their specialist training in gastroenterology/ hepatology wishing to gain more in-depth experience. As well as liver transplantation, there is opportunity to pursue a sub-specialist interest, for example, in acute-on-chronic liver failure, viral hepatitis, complex portal hypertension, autoimmune liver diseases, hepatocellular carcinoma or non-invasive fibrosis assessment. Participation in research and teaching is encouraged. An individualised programme of clinical sessions, research, audit and teaching will be agreed with the successful candidates to meet subspecialist interest and training needs. The post includes a contribution to the out-of-hours rota.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million 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
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£67,325 a year per annum plus London Weighting
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-RFL-8308868-A
Job locations
Royal Free London
Pond St
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Registration
- Possession of MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Membership of relevant Royal College or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP or CCST in gastroenterology
- A post graduate medical degree
Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years of higher level training in gastroenterology
- Independent (as defined by Jag criteria) diagnostic upper GI endoscopist
Desirable
- Experience in emergency GI endoscopy
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to be personally accountable for actions
- The authority, decision- making skills etc needed to lead a multidisciplinary team in a complex environment
- Ability to supervise the clinical work of doctors in training and other staff
- 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
- The flexibility, enthusiasm, resilience, positive and helpful attitude and drive needed to thrive in today's rapidly changing NH
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- The ability and skills to be a potential leader in their field
- 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
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Registration
- Possession of MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Membership of relevant Royal College or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP or CCST in gastroenterology
- A post graduate medical degree
Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years of higher level training in gastroenterology
- Independent (as defined by Jag criteria) diagnostic upper GI endoscopist
Desirable
- Experience in emergency GI endoscopy
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to be personally accountable for actions
- The authority, decision- making skills etc needed to lead a multidisciplinary team in a complex environment
- Ability to supervise the clinical work of doctors in training and other staff
- 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
- The flexibility, enthusiasm, resilience, positive and helpful attitude and drive needed to thrive in today's rapidly changing NH
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential
- The ability and skills to be a potential leader in their field
- 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
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).
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
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free London
Pond St
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free London
Pond St
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Hepatologist
Dr Neil Halliday
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£67,325 a year per annum plus London Weighting
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-RFL-8308868-A
Job locations
Royal Free London
Pond St
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
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