General Surgery Senior Clinical Fellow with interest in abdominal wall reconstruction surgery

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery, specifically focusing on abdominal wall reconstruction. This fixed-term position is ideal for a CCT trainee or post-CCT surgeon looking to enhance their skills in both open and laparoscopic management of hernias. Candidates should have prior training in hernia surgery and support confirming their suitability for advanced procedures. The role is full-time, comprised of 48 hours per week, commencing on August 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous training in open and laparoscopic hernia surgery.
• Support from current trainers confirming suitability for advanced abdominal wall surgery.
• Confidence in open and laparoscopic complex hernia repairs.

Skills

Open and laparoscopic hernia surgery

Advanced abdominal wall surgery

Complex hernia repairs

Education

CCT or equivalent in surgery

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow – General Surgery (Abdominal Wall Reconstruction)

Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian. Equality, diversity and inclusion are core values. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support disabled, long‑term condition and neurodivergent candidates through reasonable adjustments.

Post details

Fixed‑term, full time (48 hours per week) from 1 August 2026. This post is suitable for a CCT (or equivalent) trainee or post‑CCT surgeon who wishes to gain advanced experience in open and laparoscopic management of abdominal wall hernias.

Candidate requirements

• Previous training in open and laparoscopic hernia surgery.
• Support from current trainers confirming suitability for advanced abdominal wall surgery.

Unit’s expertise

• Open Rives‑Stoppa, open TAR, peritoneal flap, preperitoneal repairs.
• TEP/ETEP/TAPP for groin, midline, incisional hernias.
• Pauli repairs for parastomal hernias (in conjunction with the local colorectal and urology teams).

Expected competencies

Confidence in open and laparoscopic complex hernia repairs, including TEP groin hernia repair.

Contact & application

For an informal discussion please contact Mr Dimitrios Damaskos, Consultant Surgeon, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, 0131 242 3667 – [e-mail]. Or Mr Artur Zanellato, Consultant Surgeon, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, [e-mail]. We cannot accept CV’s; only a completed online application will be accepted.

***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***