Job Description

Applications are welcomed for 12 month senior fellowship posts commencing in February 2026.



This is a CPOC fellowship in Advanced Colorectal Cancer & Peritoneal Surface Malignancy.



This surgical oncology fellowship aims to provide an opportunity to develop consultant-level decision-making & gain significant hands-on experience in the management of advanced rectal cancer (TME, beyond TME, and recurrent cancer) advanced colorectal cancer, appendix tumours & anal cancer. We are also a centre for neuroendocrine tumours, retroperitoneal sarcoma & advanced pelvic malignancies (gynaecological and urological). CPOC hosts six registrars/ fellows with equal opportunities to engage with the unit's activities with an expectation for the fellow to be first assistant/supervised surgeon in 50-70 complex & major cases during their fellowship year. The appointees will gain significant experience in cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC), multivisceral resections, laparoscopic & robotic surgery.



CPOC fellows will also be involved in CPOC research activities & in the unit's surgical education activities. This will include faculty membership on The Christie Advanced Pelvic Malignancy Cadaveric Workshop &The Christie FRCS Part 2 course. Fellows will also have the opportunity to be mentored on the ESSO/PSOGI European School of Peritoneal Surface Oncology Training Programme.



This fellowship is in colorectal, pelvic, and peritoneal tumour management. The successful candidate will gain experience in the management of primary and advanced colorectal cancer, recurrent colorectal cancer, anal cancer, pelvic oncology, and appendix tumours. This will place the successful candidate in an ideal position to pursue a consultant career in cancer surgery. These fellowship posts are designed for senior trainees who are within 12-months of or post CCT.

Fellowship Objectives

Developing the knowledge and skills to perform and prepare for independent practice in the management of colorectal cancer and peritoneal disease. Developing leadership skills Working collaboratively with other specialties Discussion of cases at MDT. Inpatient management Delivery of surgical education An on-call commitment (Level 1b, EWTD compliant). Undertaking a research project Preparation of abstracts and papers for presentation and publication Teaching and educational activities. Involvement with endoscopy lists.

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.



We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.



We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

There are currently 30 Consultant Surgeons in the Trust with variable sessional commitments. The groups comprises:



Colorectal and Peritoneal Oncology Centre

Professor A G Renehan Professor of Cancer Studies, University of Manchester

Mr C Selvasekar Colorectal Surgeon, Associate Medical Director

Professor O Aziz Colorectal Surgeon, Clinical Lead for PTS

Mr Hamish Clouston Colorectal Surgeon, Clinical Lead for Colorectal Surgery

Mr Jonathan Wild Colorectal Surgeon

Ms Rebecca Fish Colorectal Surgeon

Mr Paul Sutton Colorectal Surgeon

Ms Lorena Martin Roman Colorectal Surgeon

Ms Rachael Clifford Colorectal Surgeon

Mr Rahul Deshpande Upper GI, Hepatobiliary Surgeon, Central Manchester



Urology/Pelvic Surgical Oncology



Professor N W Clarke

Mr V A Ramani

Mr M Lau

Mr V J Sangar

Mr A Parnham

Mr J Oates

Mr A Gulamhuseim

Mr P Christopoulos

Mr T Lee



Gynaecological Surgical Oncology

Mr R Slade

Mr B Winter-Roach

Miss E Myriokefalitaki

Ms B DeCruze

Mr P

Ms A Schofield



Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Mr D Mowatt

Mr O Oudit

Mr D Koustic

Mr N Mabvure

Mr T Grecu



The appointee will be based at The Christie and will work closely with the Colorectal Team.



Duration and Monitoring of the Programme

This fellowship is for 12 months. The next available post is due to commence in February 2026. Those wishing to apply for fellowships after this date are encouraged to submit an application and state the date from which they wish to be considered. The post is based at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Wilmslow Road, Manchester M20 4BX. The post-holder will be allocated an Assigned Educational Supervisor for the year.



The Christie Leader



We have a set of leadership values for our Trust leaders, consisting of;



Is patient and staff focused Creates an inclusive team environment and leads with care and compassion Empowers and coaches individuals and teams Is a good communicator--listens and shares Information and gives regular feedback Takes responsibility for improving quality and learning and supports Research Sets a clear vision/purpose for the team Collaborates and connects with others Is a strong and fair decision maker Supports career development and discusses performance Role models the Christie Commitment principles and behaviours

Continuing Professional Development

The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.



Role Planning



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P T S M D T / JC/ T heat r e/ Endo



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W e d n e sday



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C l i n i c a l Res e a r c h / T eac h i ng



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P T S B us i ness m eet i ng ( m ont h l y)



P at h o l o gy M DT ( m ont h l y) Res e a r ch M ee t i ng ( m ont h l y)



The post is based on a structured twelve-week (three-month) rotational program designed to provide balanced exposure across the full range of colorectal and pelvic surgery. During each rotation, the fellow will work with all consultants in the department, ensuring comprehensive experience in different operative techniques, approaches, and case complexity. The timetable incorporates a mixture of theatre, endoscopy, and outpatient sessions, with dedicated time for multidisciplinary team (MDT) participation, administration, research, and teaching. The rota includes 2-3 theatre sessions per week, 2-3 outpatient clinics, alongside regular MDT meetings and departmental teaching commitments. Administrative sessions are allocated to support audit, research, and teaching activities. Flexibility is expected to accommodate service demands, combined cases, and departmental needs. It is also essential to complete the Christie mandatory training.



On call Commitments

This role does not require participation in the on-call rota.