SCTS in Medical Oncology in Cambridge

Cambridge Full-Time 45225 - 55275 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in small animal medical oncology and participate in clinical services.
Company: Join the prestigious University of Cambridge's Veterinary Medicine Department.
Benefits: Competitive scholarships, accommodation package, and professional development opportunities.
Other info: Dynamic training environment with potential for career advancement and specialisation.
Why this job: Become a specialist in veterinary oncology and make a real difference in animal health.
Qualifications: Must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons or hold a qualifying veterinary degree.

The predicted salary is between 45225 - 55275 £ per year.

Location: West Cambridge Site

We are pleased to invite applications for a Senior Clinical Training Scholarship (SCTS) in Medical Oncology. This Senior Clinical Training Scholarship provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification in Medical Oncology and is available to start from August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The Scholarship will provide a solid foundation in all aspects of small animal medical oncology, including experience in radiation therapy, internal medicine, cardiology, soft tissue surgery, neurology, clinical pathology and gross pathology. The Queens Veterinary School Hospital is an approved training centre for both medical and radiation oncology. The main aim is to prepare the candidate for the examination for the European Diploma in Small Animal Oncology.

The Scholarship is for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. It is subject to an initial monitoring period of six months, and to review on a bi-annual basis. The training programme requires participation in the Department's clinical service, including the out-of-hours rota and first opinion practice, in addition to small-group teaching of veterinary students.

Applicants must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying them for membership. Completion of a recognised internship or a minimum of two years' experience in small animal practice is essential.

If we do not receive applicants who meet the essential criteria and/or have the relevant experience for the Senior Clinical Training Scholarship we will consider appointing to a Junior Clinical Training Scholarship (JCTS) in Veterinary Oncology. This is a one-year post-graduate training programme offering high-quality, post-graduate training in Veterinary oncology. The emphasis will be on gaining practical clinical experience in Oncology under the supervision of board-certified diplomates and will further prepare the candidate to embark on and successfully complete a 3-year Residency Training Programme in Veterinary Oncology with the goal of becoming an EBVS recognised specialist in this field.

An information pack for the SCTS in Medical Oncology, an information pack for the JCTS in Veterinary Oncology, and a Scholarship Application form can all be downloaded from our website. Applicants should supply a completed Scholarship Application Form, Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter giving reasons for wishing to undertake the SCTS or JCTS in the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 03 August 2026. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.