Nicola Karayannis Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology in London

Job overview

We are delighted to invite applications for the newly established Nicola Karayannis Colorectal Cancer Fellowship at University College London Hospital (UCLH). This 12-month NHS Fellowship in GI Medical Oncology offers a unique opportunity to combine advanced clinical training with impactful translational and clinical research, with a particular focus on BRAF-mutant gastrointestinal cancers. The role is designed to develop future leaders in oncology by offering 50% clinical experience within a high-performing multidisciplinary team and 50% protected research time, with flexibility to shape research priorities in line with team and institutional objectives. Fellows will gain exposure to complex GI oncology cases, clinical trials, and opportunities for authorship and academic output, contributing to a lasting legacy of innovation and compassionate care in memory of Nicola Karayannis.

Main duties of the job

This one-year Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to develop future leaders in Oncology by integrating advanced clinical experience with impactful translational and clinical research focused on BRAF mutations in gastrointestinal cancers.

Working for our organisation

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

·University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

·National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

·Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

·University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

·Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

·University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

·The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

·University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.