About the Fellowship

We are inviting applications for a Neurosurgery Spine Fellow to join our department for a 12-month fellowship in comprehensive spinal neurosurgery. This fellowship provides advanced training in the evaluation and management of complex spinal disorders, with extensive operative exposure.

Key Clinical Exposure

• Degenerative cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine disease
• Intradural and extradural spinal tumours
• Spinal infections
• Deformity and stabilization procedures
• Minimally invasive spine surgery (where applicable)

Professional Development Opportunities

• Structured mentorship and subspecialty training
• Participation in research, audits, and academic activities
• Teaching involvement with residents and medical students
• Attendance at regional and international spine meetings (where applicable)

Responsibilities

The fellow will work closely with experienced consultant neurosurgeons in a high-volume centre, gaining progressive operative responsibility and clinical independence. The post holder will work closely with neurosurgery resident doctors and nursing teams, including a 1:12 resident on call rota.

Key Skills

Strong clinical judgement, professionalism, and teamwork skills are required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full Registration with the general Medical Council
• MRCS or equivalent
• ST3+ Neurosurgery experience
• ATLS
• Demonstrates competent surgical practice

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community and will consider applicants with disabilities under the Equality Act 2010.

Other Important Information

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. The Trust follows UKVI guidelines and will not provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Band 2 or Band 3 positions. Security checks will be required according to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.

Application Process

Applications may close early if a high number of applications is received. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.