Senior Colorectal & General Surgeon - Robotic & Research

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen; On-site; ZAR 2,453,000 - 3,233,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Grampian invites applications for a Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. You will join a high-volume colorectal unit delivering oncologic, IBD, pelvic floor, and advanced cancer surgeries while contributing to a robotics program and academic activities with the University of Aberdeen.

The post involves leadership in teaching, mentoring, and research, with potential elective commitments at Stracathro and Dr Gray’s hospitals.

Qualifications

• UK specialist training with evidence of CCT or near entry on the GMC Specialist Register
• CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) or Portfolio Pathway eligibility
• GMC Specialist Register recognition for international qualifications

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of 8 Colorectal Consultants covering the full range of subspecialties.
• Lead colorectal cancer resections in a high-volume centre.
• Involvement in IBD, pelvic floor conditions, and advanced pelvic cancers.
• Collaborate with Oncology, Radiology, Gastroenterology and Urology.
• Contribute to General Surgery on-call rota to support Emergency Care.
• Engage in academic research with the University of Aberdeen and unit team; lead clinical trials or translational research.
• Mentor medical students and surgical trainees; participate in teaching.

Job description

NHS Grampian invites applications for a Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. You will join a high-volume colorectal unit delivering oncologic, IBD, pelvic floor, and advanced cancer surgeries while contributing to a robotics program and academic activities with the University of Aberdeen.

The post involves leadership in teaching, mentoring, and research, with potential elective commitments at Stracathro and Dr Gray’s hospitals.