Consultant Oncologist (AOS/CUP) | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7971862/188-MB50426 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Consultant Oncologist - AOS/CUP
Start Date: June 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
This appointment is for a Consultant Medical Oncologist with an interest in Acute Oncology and Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP)/Metastases of Unknown Origin (MUO) based at University Hospital Southampton.
You will join the Medical Oncology consultant team, specifically:
• Undertake the Acute Oncology Lead role
• Provide Senior oversight and support to the Acute Oncology Team
• Participate in Acute Oncology Service development across Cancer Care
• To provide specialist Medical Oncology input with expertise in Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for CUP patients.
• To treat patients with CUP at UHS.
• To provide oncology input to the UHS CUP MDT.
The post is available as a 10.25 PA post. Part time or job share applicants will be considered.
Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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The principal duties of this posts will be to:
• Lead and Develop the Acute Oncology Service
• Provide Consultant level support to the Acute Oncology and MUO/CUP services, including SDEC.
• Provide Consultant input to Acute Oncology service at UHS.
• Attend Acute Oncology MDTs and Board Rounds
• Participate in the management of Acute Oncology and MUO/CUP patients
• Be a member of the CUP/MUO MDT meeting
• Attend the CUP/MUO MDT meeting
• Triage patient referrals
• Arrange or advise on appropriate diagnostic tests in the MUO/CUP setting
• Plan and supervise chemo/immunotherapy
• Conduct on treatment review clinics
• Engage in peer review meetings
• Participate in the recruitment and running of clinical trials
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 20th May 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 12th May 2026
This advert closes on Tuesday 12 May 2026