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Andrology – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The trainee will be primarily based within the diagnostic Andrology laboratory at Cambridge IVF, with additional training provided at diagnostic Andrology satellite clinics.
The service supports both diagnostic and clinical Andrology pathways, including routine semen analysis and post-vasectomy testing, sperm preparation, semen cryopreservation and specialist male fertility investigations.
The trainee may be required to rotate between the main site in Cambridge and satellite sites at Ipswich Hospital and Peterborough City Hospital on an irregular basis. The trainee will gain exposure to specialist techniques including sperm DNA fragmentation testing, surgical sperm retrieval/processing and laboratory quality management systems throughout their training.
These sites are well connected by road and public transport, with parking (chargeable at the satellite locations) and staff facilities available on-site.
A structured and supportive training environment will be provided, ensuring the trainee gains experience across the full scope of Andrology practice.
Local promotion details for post(s): Site visits to observe the diagnostic laboratory may be arranged dependant on notice and department capacity.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Manchester Metropolitan University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Karl Lyons-Campbell
Email: karl.campbell@nhs.net
Audiology – Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
This post will be based over multiple sites, associated with Bedfordshire Hospitals Trust and East and North Herts Trust. The trainee will be expected to travel to different sites, but no more than once a day (no two sites in one day).
All balance elements will be delivered by East and North Herts Trust. All other elements of training will be delivered jointly by the Two Trusts.
We have good road and rail links in Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire, with easy access to London.
Local promotion details for post(s): Applicants are very welcome to contact the department directly for us to facilitate a site visit.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Aston University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Anna Lazenby
Email: anna.lazenby@bedsft.nhs.uk
Audiology – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Our STP trainees are based in the Audiology department at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, and we have experience of offering STP training since the scheme began, and we also offered the preceding HTS and CAC training schemes. We offer a friendly and supportive training environment. If you are able to travel you may have some possible visits to our peripheral adult and paediatric clinics in Cambridge and/or nearby towns. The first year rotations are accommodated within Addenbrooke’s Hospital.
Addenbrooke’s Hospital is a part of the Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation trust and sits within the Cambridge biomedical campus on the southern edge of Cambridge. The campus also includes a health centre, various shops, Papworth Hospital, the Rosie maternity hospital and various research groups. A railway station is about to open on site.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Richard Knight
Email: richard.knight21@nhs.net
Audiology – Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust’s Audiology Team operate across 3 main hospitals (Southend, Basildon and Broomfield (Chelmsford), with satelite clinics across the region. Trainee’s will be based at one of the main sites and travel across sites is expected.
There is public transport links across the MSE group however access to own transport would be an advantage.
Trainee’s will have placements at sites across the region to complete aspects of the STP that are not Audiology.
Local promotion details for post(s): We would encourage potential trainees to visit the site and meet some of the team, this can be arranged by contacting us.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Aston University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Gareth Smith
Email: gareth.smith8@nhs.net
Audiology – Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Aston University
Cancer Genomics – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Local promotion details for post(s): A recording of the STP Open Day held Monday 12th January can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhVht20AkpY
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Harriet Logan
Email: harriet.logan3@nhs.net
Cardiac Science – Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Cardiac Science – Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH). The trainee will be expected to travel to Papworth Hospital for the sleep placement. Everything else is covered at the NNUH. Barring cardiac surgery, we offer most cardiology services. We are one of the largest pacemaker centres in the country using lots of innovative technology. We are also hold an ACHD echo service.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Andrea Taylor
Email: andrea.taylor@nnuh.nhs.uk
Cardiac Science – Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Clinical Biochemistry – East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Clinical Immunology – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The trainee will be based at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, within the Diagnostic Immunology Laboratory at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS FT. All training is delivered on site, including first-year rotations through Blood Sciences department at Addenbrooke’s. Attendance at block teaching in Manchester is required for the HEI component of the programme. Laboratory core hours are Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm.
The department delivers the full STP Clinical Immunology curriculum and supports a large tertiary referral service with a wide and diverse test repertoire, including autoimmunity, allergy and immunochemistry. The laboratory also hosts an on-site immunology flow cytometry service and a high-throughput TB testing service.
The laboratory team consists of over 30 staff including clinical scientists and biomedical scientists, supported by a strong clinical team of consultants and registrars, with experience supporting STP training. Trainees will benefit from regular exposure to Immunology clinics and MDTs within a supportive and well-established training environment.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Clinical Scientific Computing – East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
Mount Vernon Hospital is located in North West London and is within easy access of central London and the Chiltern Hills. There are currently 15 STP trainees in the medical physics team and the trainee will join this group. Close links are maintained with the London consortiums for additional training support. The trainee will mainly be based in the radiotherapy physics team and it is anticipated that projects will be clinically focussed. There will be the option of undertaking projects in other groups within the medical physics team at Mount Vernon. The department has an active scripting group and a number of students have recently undertaken projects that have utilised AI to solve clinical problems. The trainee will need to travel to other departments, particularly during the rotations. This could be to the Lister hospital (Stevenage) or to hospitals in central London. Prospective applicants are welcome to phone the department for a discussion around any aspect of training
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Gerry Lowe
Email: Gerry.Lowe@nhs.net
Critical Care Science – Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate individual to join Royal Papworth Hospital. This role is ideal for those beginning a career in Critical Care Science within one of the region’s largest and most highly regarded cardiothoracic critical care units.
As a trainee, you will develop the technical and scientific skills required to support the assessment and care of critically ill patients. Under supervision, you will gain experience in invasive and non-invasive monitoring, the safe use of specialist equipment, and key diagnostic techniques aligned with the Scientist Training Programme. You will also have the opportunity to work towards competencies in cardiac, lung, and vascular ultrasound (FUSIC), and receive training in ultrasound guided vascular access procedures.
Full support, supervision, and mentorship will be provided throughout your training. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am – 6pm, consisting of three clinical shifts and one dedicated non clinical education day each week.
Local promotion details for post(s): Applicants are invited to arrange a site visit directly with the Lead Critical Care Scientist.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Manchester Metropolitan University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Stefanie Curry
Email: Stefanie.curry@nhs.net
Genomic Counselling – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The post will be based at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge. Our service holds clinics throughout the East Anglian region, and so trainees will be expected to travel to peripheral clinic locations as part of their training. These are all accessible by public transport if driving is not an option, or lift-sharing can often be arranged.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Isobel Turbin
Email: add-tr.ClinicalGenetics@nhs.net
Genomics – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Local promotion details for post(s): A recording of the STP Open Day held Monday 12th January can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhVht20AkpY
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Harriet Logan
Email: harriet.logan3@nhs.net
Haematology and Transfusion Science – Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The Eastern Pathology Alliance is formed from three Pathology Laboratories based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), the James Paget University Hospital and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn. The Laboratory at NNUH provides a large range of Blood Sciences services comprising Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion, Immunology and Toxicology.
We have an exciting opportunity to provide support for an STP trainee in haematology and transfusion covering our network. This role is key to the development of an established role in haematology and transfusion for a clinical scientist. The training will provide a comprehensive overview of laboratory haematology and transfusion practise to build a foundation required to develop a clinical laboratory role to support many of the critical functions of laboratories traditionally covered by consultant haematologists. These include providing advice and clinical guidance to other clinicians regarding haematology and transfusion practises and, essential elements of quality management.
Local promotion details for post(s): This post is advertised through the STP direct entry recruitment process. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed following the NHSE National School of Healthcare Sciences Recruitment Programme.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
University of Manchester
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Alistair Macartney
Email: alistair.macartney@nnuh.nhs.uk
Histopathology – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Histopathology Department in the role of a Trainee STP. The department has moved to a new facility and is undergoing transformational changes with new technology, IT and performance management systems. The new Discovery Drive laboratory has introduced new ways of working and changed how Histopathology services are delivered within the hospital and across the wider healthcare environment. As a regional referral centre, we receive a variety of complex cancer resections from a wide variety of specialities.
You will be working primarily at the new 1000 Discovery Site with some rotation on the main Addenbrooke’s Hospital sites for other rotation such as the MOHS clinic and Cancer Genomics in GLH.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Manchester Metropolitan University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Karen Bradford
Email: karen.bradford2@nhs.net
Imaging with non-Ionising Radiation – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is part of the East of England Training Consortium
Based at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, you will develop your knowledge and practical skills in MRI and ultrasound physics, as part of the MR physics team within Medical Physics and Radiology.
We are actively involved in development and clinical implementation of advanced MRI methods and collaborate with Cambridge University researchers. We also advise on MRI safety for both Addenbrooke’s and other hospitals around the region.
Your specialist ultrasound and optical radiation training will be delivered partly at Addenbrooke’s and partly through travel to other trusts. Your first year includes MSc teaching at King’s College London and three rotations in other areas of Medical Physics, likely including one rotation at another hospital in the East of England. Transport and basic accommodation are funded whilst away from Cambridge.
For more information about our MR physics service, see https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/our-services/imaging-radiology/mri/mri-physics-services/
Local promotion details for post(s): Happy to arrange site visits.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Andrew Priest
Email: andrew.priest@nhs.net
Nuclear Medicine – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is part of the East of England Training Consortium.
The Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) Nuclear Medicine Department is a large, well-equipped service with three gamma cameras and a digital PET-CT scanner. This year we are installing state-of-the-art imaging equipment in the form of 3D SPECT-CT and LAFOV PET-CT machines, giving trainees valuable experience with the latest technology.
You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering a wide range of services including radionuclide therapies, from simple radioiodine treatments to innovative trial radiopharmaceuticals. The physics team also provides services such as equipment testing, image protocol development, radiation protection advice and specialist support to several external hospitals.
CUH is located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and has strong links with internationally renowned research groups, creating excellent opportunities to contribute to, and potentially lead, research projects that directly influence and improve clinical practice.
Training will be primarily based at CUH, with some rotations at other trusts within the East of England consortium during the first year.
Local promotion details for post(s): Applicants are very welcome to contact us for further information, an informal chat or a site visit.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Rosy Crawford
Email: rosy.crawford1@nhs.net
Nuclear Medicine – Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is part of the East of England Training Consortium.
The Nuclear Medicine Physics section supports the Nuclear Medicine work across the Mid and South Essex (MSE) NHS Foundation Trust. The Trust incorporates Basildon, Broomfield (Chelmsford) and Southend Hospital, each with a Nuclear Medicine Department. The service provides a wide range of imaging and non-imaging examinations along with both inpatient and outpatient molecular radiotherapy treatments. The service is currently equipped with five gamma cameras (two SPECT-CT), a gamma counter and five intraoperative gamma probes. A third-party PET-CT service operates at the Trust.
The trainee would be joining the team at a hugely exciting time, with equipment replacement and refurbishment programmes in progress across all sites of the Trust.
The training post will be primarily based at Southend Hospital but will include working at the other sites. The section is part of the East Anglia Training Consortium. The training rotations in the first year will include placements at other Trusts across the Consortium.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Lucy Pike
Email: lucy.pike3@nhs.net
Nuclear Medicine – Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Radiation Safety and Diagnostic Radiology – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is part of the East of England Training Consortium.
At the East Anglian Regional Radiation Protection Service (EARRPS) at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge) you will develop knowledge and skills for performance testing and optimisation of imaging equipment, radiation facility design, environmental monitoring, patient radiation dose assessment, regulatory audits and advice, instrument calibration, radioactive waste management, teaching and training (All supporting the safety of patients, visitors and staff using ionising and non-ionising radiation.)
Your first year includes rotations within Addenbrooke’s and at other hospitals in the East of England. Transport/basic accommodation is funded whilst away from Cambridge.
EARRPS is a large, high-quality scientific and advisory service for radiation protection and diagnostic radiology physics, delivering services across East Anglia. You will be supported by a friendly team of 30 healthcare scientists, practitioners and trainees, providing opportunities to experience a wide range of technologies, used in a variety of healthcare settings.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Katie Howard
Email: cuh.earrps@nhs.net
Radiotherapy Physics – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The radiotherapy physics service at Addenbrooke’s Hospital supports a busy clinical radiotherapy department treating around 4,000 patients each year and delivering over 40,000 fractions using eight linacs, HDR and LDR brachytherapy, and orthovoltage. We routinely deliver advanced techniques including VMAT, SABR, SRS, IGRT and SGRT.
In 2026 we will replace two linacs with a Varian TrueBeam and an Accuray Radixact X7. Ongoing development includes expanding Python-based automation, adopting AI autocontouring tools, introducing new techniques and trials, and increasing use of SRS, SABR and SGRT. We encourage trainees to present work locally, regionally and nationally.
The successful trainee will join a team of over 40 scientific and technical staff, including other trainees. Training includes rotational placements across the East Anglia region—at Addenbrooke’s or partner hospitals (Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, East Suffolk and North Essex Foundation Trust, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust)—with the radiotherapy rotation based at Addenbrooke’s.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Sarah Brooke
Email: sarah.brooke9@nhs.net
Radiotherapy Physics – East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
You will be based in the radiotherapy department at Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood which is on the outskirts of London. The radiotherapy department has 4 TrueBeams, 2 Halcyons and an Ethos for external beam treatment as well as a large brachytherapy service. We have 2 CT scanners for pre-treatment imaging and access to MRI in the Paul Strickland Scanner centre.
Rotational placements will also be based at Mount Vernon Hospital but may require some travel particularly for aspects of non-ionising radiation and diagnostic radiology. Trainees have access to a trainee room with computers for use when writing up competencies or undertaking literature reviews. We look forward to welcoming you to Mount Vernon.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Karen Venables
Email: karen.venables@nhs.net
Radiotherapy Physics – East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
The East Suffolk & North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provides Radiotherapy services on its two main hospital sites in Colchester and Ipswich. Our departments are equipped with Varian linear accelerators routinely delivering VMAT, SABR and on-line adaptive treatments, brachytherapy, superficial treatment units and dedicated CT scanners.
Training is split primarily between the two hospitals, and a good railway link exists between the two centres. ESNEFT is part of the East of England Training Consortium for Medical Physics which provides a network of STP trainees in the region. Some rotational modules will be carried out at other Trusts within the consortium, giving our trainee’s a broader experience.
We are modern and forward-thinking departments and endeavour to provide a supportive learning environment. East Anglia is a beautiful part of the country with lovely coastline and cities and good access to London.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
King's College London
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Hayley James
Email: hayley.james@esneft.nhs.uk
Respiratory and Sleep Science – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The trainee will be primarily based at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, within the Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Diagnostics Service. The service delivers specialist investigations across inpatient, outpatient, and home-based pathways. The trainee may be required to travel between hospital sites within Cambridge and the wider region to support service delivery, with good transport links available.
The post offers broad exposure to paediatric respiratory and sleep diagnostics, including pulmonary function testing, cardio-respiratory polygraphy, polysomnography, CPAP and home mechanical ventilation pathways for children and young people. The trainee will have access to a well-established lung function and sleep laboratory, modern diagnostic equipment, and remote monitoring technologies.
Training will be delivered within a multidisciplinary team including clinical scientists, physiologists, nurses, and medical staff, providing a supportive environment to develop core scientific, clinical, and professional competencies.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Matthew Rose
Email: matthew.rose1@nhs.net
Respiratory and Sleep Science – Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Trainee will be based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, but will be expected to travel to Cromer Hospital sometimes. Buses run regularly to and from the hospital, there’s also a free park and ride for hospital staff. For the sleep competencies you will need to travel to Papworth Hospital
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Dawn Coates
Email: dawn-marie.coates@nnuh.nhs.uk
Respiratory and Sleep Science – Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The trainee will be based at Royal Papworth Hospital (RPH) on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. The respiratory department and sleep laboratory operate as separate departments. While time will be split across departments, line management will sit within one department. Both departments offer a range of routine and advanced testing to cover all of the STP required competencies. Rotations with take place at RPH and Cambridge University Hospitals, however the department is working with other NHS Trusts within the East of England to explore additional opportunities, therefore travel may be required.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Joshua Barnes
Email: joshua.barnes3@nhs.net
Vascular Science – Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
This is a great opportunity to work and train in an IQIPS/UKAS accredited department in one of the country’s leading teaching hospitals. We are an enthusiastic and motivated team consisting of nine clinical vascular scientists, one senior coordinator and two healthcare support workers. The department is an accredited training centre for both STP and HSST trainees and currently have 2 STP and 2 HSST in training.
The trainee will be based in Vascular Studies Unit at Addenbrooke’s Hospital. There may be an option to do components of the Cardiac, Respiratory and/or Sleep rotations at Royal Papworth Hospital, which is also located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus (https://cambridge-biomedical.com/). There are on-site leisure facilities, a nursery, several food outlets and shops and many gardens/rest areas available to staff. Addenbrooke’s can be accessed by cycling, bus, Park & Ride and soon by rail via the new Cambridge South Station.
Local promotion details for post(s): We would encourage contacting us for further information or queries, and to arrange a site visit.
Expected MSc university location - may be subject to change
Newcastle University
Contact details for queries relating to location choice - for shortlisted applicants only
Name: Laura Scott
Email: laurascott8@nhs.net