Job Description

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust has an international reputation for pioneering innovation and research and delivering high calibre cancer treatment and patient care.
Applications are invited for the role of Consultant Histopathologist (10PAs) specialising in Gynaecological Oncology. This post would be based in the Chelsea site and the applicant would join a histopathology team which provides a consultant-led, subspecialist service.
The post holder would be a key member of the RMH Gynaecology Unit and will have access to a wide range of ancillary and molecular testing. There will be opportunities for education and to develop links for research.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the diagnostic service to the Gynaecology Unit. The post holder will be a key member of the RMH Gynaecology Teams, working together with the other specialist pathologists, consultants and leads for the other technical disciplines, to ensure the timely production of diagnostic reports. There will also be opportunities to engage with pathologists from user organisations to develop appropriate sample pathways as well as links for education and research.
The appointee will be expected to undertake managerial and organisational duties as required.
The appointee will be expected to support the research undertaken by Units within RMH by providing pathological interpretation.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Details
Date posted
05 June 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
105,504 to 139,882 a year per annum incl. HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
282-SA186-AAC-D
Job locations
The Royal Marsden Hospital Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the and Person Specification for further details on what the job entails. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the and Person Specification for further details on what the job entails.
Person Specification
Qualities
Essential

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent qualifications
• Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Applicants that are UK trained, will 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
• Demonstrable consultant level experience in the Histopathology of Gynaecology tumours

• Higher (Research) Degree (MD/PhD)

• Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates
• IT skills

• International research reputation in relevant field

• Approachability
• Team Player
• Enthusiasm
• Effective communication
• Committed to personal and professional development

• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent qualifications
• Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
• Applicants that are UK trained, will 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
• Demonstrable consultant level experience in the Histopathology of Gynaecology tumours

• Higher (Research) Degree (MD/PhD)

• Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates
• IT skills

• International research reputation in relevant field

• Approachability
• Team Player
• Enthusiasm
• Effective communication
• Committed to personal and professional development