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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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[email protected]Senior Locally Employed Doctor in ILD
Closed for applications on: 10-Aug-2026 00:00
Vacancy status: Closed
Closed for applications on: 10-Aug-2026 00:00
Key details
Location
- Site
- Wythenshawe Hospital
- Address
- Southmoor Road
- Town
- Manchester
- Postcode
- M23 9LT
- Major / Minor Region
- Manchester
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- 12 months (12 month fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (No on call)
Salary
- Salary
- £76,582 Per annum / pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (MT05)
Specialty
- Main area
- Respiratory
Job overview
The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Senior Clinical Fellow who wishes to gain experience in interstitial lung disease (ILD), with opportunities for clinical research in this area.
Advert
The post holder will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary clinical team delivering the optimal care of patients with interstitial lung disease. The post-holder will gain specialty experience in the clinical management of individuals with ILD as well as experience in clinical trials. This is a 12 month post . Previous experience in research is not essential but candidates must have obtained MRCP. Experience in respiratory medicine is essential and the post would be ideally suited to a post CCT respiratory trainee wanting to gain further experience in ILD.
Working for our organisation
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Undergraduate Training
Desirable criteria
- Medical Degree
Post-graduate training
Essential criteria
- Experience of Interstitial Lung Disease SpR Training number in Respiratory Medicine
Desirable criteria
- MRCP (or equivalent); GMC Registration
Computer Skills
Essential criteria
- Electronic Patient Record, PACS, JACS
Desirable criteria
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Database, Powerpoint, Outlook
Personal attributes
Desirable criteria
- Hard-working, able to work autonomously
Research Experience
Essential criteria
- Some audit, case reports, clinical trials, clinical or basic science research experience desirable
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Conal Hayton
- Job title
- ILD consultant and Specialty Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 291 5054
No longer accepting applications
Sorry, this vacancy is no longer accepting applications.
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