Radiation Oncology Fellowship Programme (ESTRO-endorsed)

Overview

Offers two 6-month clinical fellowships for radiation oncologists at a European host institution in paediatric radiation oncology, radiotherapy in breast cancer, or clinical applications of adaptive radiotherapy, with a structured programme of clinics, MDTs and treatment planning activities. Fellowships must be completed during calendar year 2027.

The programme

Focus

Paediatric radiation oncology / Breast radiotherapy / Adaptive radiotherapy

Training type

Clinical fellowship

Duration

6 months

Start

During the 2027 calendar year (arranged with the host centre)

Positions

2 fellowships of 6 months each

Accreditation

Endorsed by ESTRO; enrolment at host as visiting observership (no patient contact) or visiting residency depending on host procedures.

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Radiation oncologists with proof of specialist training in oncology (or hospital letter confirming expected completion date); preference for applicants who completed specialisation within the last 5 years and previously participated in an ESO activity.

International applicants

Applicants must identify a European host centre and obtain its written confirmation; documents must be in English or with English translation. No nationality restriction stated.

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Medical Council registration (fees borne by fellow) where applicable; visiting residency enrolment varies by host institution and national regulations.

How to apply

Deadline

October 29, 2026

Application method

Submit CV, motivation letter, proof of specialist training, medical school diploma, home-institution support letter and host-institution confirmation letter to ESO; contact Elena Fiore (efiore@eso.net).

Funding

Funding

ESO monthly grant of EUR 2,500 (gross); medical council registration fees, accommodation and travel not covered.

Official sources