Radiation oncology fellowship programme

The Radiation Oncology Fellowship Programme offers radiation oncologists the opportunity to undertake a 6-month clinical fellowship in a European host institution, with the aim of developing advanced clinical skills and gaining experience in specialised areas of radiation oncology.

The programme offers two fellowships of 6 months each and is endorsed by ESTRO.

Applicants may apply for a fellowship in one of the following areas:

Paediatric Radiation Oncology
Radiotherapy in Breast Cancer
Clinical Applications of Adaptive Radiotherapy

During the fellowship, candidates will be integrated into the clinical activities of the host institution and will participate in a structured training programme tailored to their area of interest. Activities may include multidisciplinary meetings, outpatient clinics, treatment planning activities, clinical discussions and educational activities.

The fellowship must take place in a European centre proposed by the applicant. Candidates are responsible for identifying a suitable host institution and obtaining confirmation of its availability to provide the training programme. The fellowship must be completed during the 2027 calendar year.

Enrolment
Trainees may be enrolled at the host institution under one of the following statuses, depending on the procedures of the host centre:

Visiting observership: no direct patient contact is foreseen. Enrolment is managed directly by the host institution.
Visiting residency: allows direct patient contact, where applicable. Enrolment procedures vary according to the host institution and national regulations.

ESO provides financial support consisting of a monthly grant of EUR 2,500 (gross) for the duration of the fellowship.

Please note:

Medical Council registration fees, where applicable, are the responsibility of the fellow.
Accommodation is not provided and must be arranged independently by the fellow.
Travel expenses are not reimbursed.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 29th October 2026

To apply, candidates must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter, describing the candidate’s interest in the selected topic, educational objectives and expected impact on their professional development
• Proof of Specialist Training in Oncology, or a letter from the applicant’s hospital confirming the expected completion date.
• Copy of Medical School Diploma
• Letter of support from the home institution, confirming approval for the candidate to undertake a 6-month fellowship abroad
• Letter of confirmation from the host institution, confirming its willingness to host the candidate for 6 months and specifying the relevant training topic among the three programme areas

All documents are mandatory and must be in English or accompanied by an English translation. An official translation is not required.

Applications must be complete and submitted before the deadline. Only complete applications will be considered.

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants who have previously participated in an ESO activity and have completed their specialisation within the last 5 years.

Selection process

All submitted applications will undergo a competitive pre-selection by ESO.
ESO will contact the proposed host institution of shortlisted candidates to confirm the availability of the fellowship.
Following confirmation by the host institution, ESO will notify the candidate, who will arrange the fellowship period directly with the host centre.

Terms of participation

ESO does not take responsibility for any unexpected events related to the training programme
Trainees are strongly advised to arrange their own personal, travel, and professional insurance coverage.
Trainees have responsibility to comply with any tax regulations in both their home and host countries.
Doctors undertaking a Fellowship in Italy will be required to pay taxes in Italy. The same applies to Italian doctors participating in a Fellowship abroad.

For further information, please contact Elena Fiore at efiore@eso.net.

Radiation oncology