Gynaecological Oncology Fellowship

Cork University Hospital (CUH) is a public hospital owned and managed by the Health Service Executive (HSE) and is a member of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH forms part of the Cork University Hospitals Group (CUHG), which also includes Mallow General Hospital and Bantry General Hospital.

Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) is a designated National Gynaecology Cancer Centre, the only National Centre for Gestational Trophoblastic Disease, and a leading site for research and innovation in Ireland. As an ESGO-accredited training centre for Gynaecological Oncology, CUMH provides fellows with the opportunity to train with internationally recognised experts in surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and histopathology.

Fellowship Description

• Contract: 2 years (commencing 13th July 2026), with the option of a 3rd research year.
• Training: The fellowship is designed to provide comprehensive subspecialty training across all aspects of the ESGO curriculum in Gynaecologic Oncology.

Rotations include:

• Core Gynaecologic Oncology at CUMH
• Off-service rotations at CUH in Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Colorectal Surgery, Pathology, and Palliative Care
• Elective clinical rotations (e.g. Urologic Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery)

Research: An optional third year offers fellows the opportunity to focus on academic or translational research relevant to their future careers.

Desirable Criteria

1. Research & Academic Involvement

• Evidence of research output (publications, presentations, audits, or ongoing projects).
• Interest in pursuing academic/clinical research during the fellowship.
• Familiarity with study design, data collection, or biobanking.

2. Teaching & Leadership

• Experience in teaching medical students, residents, or allied healthcare staff.
• Evidence of leadership roles or involvement in service development.

3. Other

• Participation in international oncology societies (ESGO, IGCS, etc.).

Informal Enquiries and Visits

Applicants are welcome to arrange visits or discuss the fellowship further. Please contact:
Dr. Zibi Marchocki
Programme Supervisor
��zibi.marchocki@hse.ie