Job summary We are seeking a Consultant Medical Oncologist to join our Oncology team at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, specialising in Lung Cancer. The Portsmouth Oncology Centre provides cancer care for lung cancer patients at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth and St Richard's Hospital in Chichester, West Sussex. Each hospital hosts its own Lung MDT; however, a cohesive oncology team operates across both sites. Clinics are held at both hospitals, with chemotherapy delivered via dedicated day units at each location. Radiotherapy is delivered exclusively at Queen Alexandra Hospital, where Lung SABR is fully established, including SABR for oligometastatic disease. Visiting Arrangements: Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss the role informally or arrange a visit. Please contact: Dr Caroline Archer, Clinical Director - caroline.archer1@nhs.net Dr S.Muthuramalingam (Ram), Consultant Oncologist -s.muthuramalingam@nhs.net Or call 02392 286000 Ext 4790 for further information. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will primarily support the lung service in West Sussex, with clinics based at St Richard's Hospital, and will also manage a second tumour site at Portsmouth. This post will add a fourth Medical Oncologist to the Lung Cancer team, which currently includes three Clinical Oncologists, with a fourth planned. Both the Portsmouth and Chichester MDTs include thoracic surgeons and operate local clinics. Thoracic surgeries are performed at Southampton and St Georges hospitals. Our respiratory teams offer comprehensive interventional services, and both sites are supported by experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) teams. St Richards Hospital manages approximately 100130 new lung cancer cases per year. The job plan is based on a 10 PA post (8 DCC, 2 SPA), incorporating a second tumour site Upper GI, HPB or NET. However, other tumour specialisms, including Breast, Urology, Colorectal, or CUP/AOS, can also be considered. Flexible working and part-time applicants are welcome, with the primary focus remaining on lung cancer depending on the number of PAs required. Job plans are regularly reviewed. About us Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff. Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust. Details Date posted 24 June 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number REF1481S Job locations Queen Alexandra Hospital Southwick Hill Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3LY Job description Job responsibilities Grade: Consultant in Medical Oncology with a specialist interest in Lung Cancer Department: Oncology PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS Job description Job responsibilities Grade: Consultant in Medical Oncology with a specialist interest in Lung Cancer Department: Oncology PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully registered with GMC with a licence to practice. Entry on the GMC Medical Oncology Specialist Register, CCT (or within 6 months at interview), Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR), Portfolio Programme, or other GMC recognised equivalent training. Desirable MRCP or equivalent, BSc, MD or PhD Experience Essential Evidence of expertise in the areas of special interest relevant to the Job Plan. Desirable Breadth of experience in and outside of specialty, Evidence of clinical or research fellowship. Additional criteria Essential Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge in site specific interests and general Oncology, including Oncological emergencies. Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice and methodology. Desirable Research experience, Published research in peer reviewed journal. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Fully registered with GMC with a licence to practice. Entry on the GMC Medical Oncology Specialist Register, CCT (or within 6 months at interview), Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR), Portfolio Programme, or other GMC recognised equivalent training. Desirable MRCP or equivalent, BSc, MD or PhD Experience Essential Evidence of expertise in the areas of special interest relevant to the Job Plan. Desirable Breadth of experience in and outside of specialty, Evidence of clinical or research fellowship. Additional criteria Essential Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge in site specific interests and general Oncology, including Oncological emergencies. Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice and methodology. Desirable Research experience, Published research in peer reviewed journal. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Southwick Hill Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Southwick Hill Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road, PO6 3LY Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom