Orthopaedic Research Fellow — Musculoskeletal Lab & Clinic

NHS Golden Jubilee; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS Golden Jubilee University National Hospital is recruiting a Research Fellow to join the Department of Orthopaedics. The post is a fixed-term 12-month role, with potential extension up to 36 months, starting August 2027.

The role couples musculoskeletal research with regular clinical duties, providing opportunities to work with leading surgeons and researchers. You will plan, design, organise and deliver research projects, analyse findings and disseminate results, and may register for a

Qualifications

• Qualified doctors with an interest in orthopaedic surgery.
• Strong interest in musculoskeletal research.
• Ability to balance research with clinical duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, organise and deliver musculoskeletal research.
• Contribute to orthopaedic elective lists and ward rosters.
• Analyse research findings and disseminate results.
• Collaborate with Orthopaedic Research Team and clinical colleagues.

Skills

Orthopaedic surgery

Musculoskeletal research

Clinical duties integration

Education

Medical degree (MBBS/MBChB)

Job description

The NHS Golden Jubilee University National Hospital is recruiting a Research Fellow to join the Department of Orthopaedics. The post is a fixed-term 12-month role, with potential extension up to 36 months, starting August 2027.

The role couples musculoskeletal research with regular clinical duties, providing opportunities to work with leading surgeons and researchers. You will plan, design, organise and deliver research projects, analyse findings and disseminate results, and may register for a