Clinical Lecturer in Surgery (3 Posts)

We have exciting opportunities for Clinical Lecturers in Surgery in the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing. This is a fixed term (up to 6 years or up until six months after obtaining CCT, whichever is soonest).

You will have completed general professional training and have obtained a National Training Number in Surgery. Furthermore, you should have completed or near completed a PhD degree in Surgery. The successful candidate will train in the West of Scotland Higher Specialty Training Programme in Surgery.

The post will be within the School of Medicine in the College of MVLS, and associated Teaching Hospitals of the University of Glasgow, and other units/departments in the region as recommended by the Training Programme Director and the Training Committee.

Clinical training will be a major (80%) focus of the Lectureship to ensure the appointee can successfully complete their CCT. You will participate in an area of research in collaboration with one of the leading research groups in Surgery and related disciplines, in basic, clinical and translational science, within the College of MVLS.

Job Purpose

The aim is to train clinical academic surgeons to become independent researchers, competitive for independently funded intermediate and senior clinical research fellowships, and for senior academic posts in Surgical disciplines.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will have an established interest in research with a record of achievement in an area cognate with the existing interests in the College of MVLS (including the SOM and Research Institutes). The appointee will be expected to;

Develop a programme of research under the supervision of an established PI, in a subject area, in basic, translational or clinical science related to ongoing research in the Dept. Surgery.

Plan, design and implement projects with collaborators as appropriate; and to contribute to and submit grant applications and publications in high quality journals.

Contribute to the safe and efficient functioning of research facilities There are extensive laboratory and clinical facilities for research within the College of MVLS, and its related Schools and Institutes.

Teaching

It is expected that the Lecturer will take part in the planning, organisation and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching activities.  These will include;

Teaching of clinical skills and other vocational training activities, including seminars and tutorials.

Lecturers may also contribute to postgraduate taught courses within the College of MVLS. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing teaching commitment within the Unit.

Administrative Duties

The Lecturer will assist in planning and conduct of student teaching and the training of junior medical staff.

Clinical Duties

The Lecturer will be expected to undertake clinical duties within Surgery within Glasgow and other West of Scotland hospitals, as coordinated by Training Programme Directors in consultation with Academic Supervisor.  Day to day supervision of the clinical activity of the Lecturer will be carried out by the senior academic staff.  Responsibilities, including on call duties and specialty training will be arranged as necessary depending on the appointee's current training and needs in conjunction with the Clinical Director for Surgery.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1. MBChB or equivalent and full registration with General Medical Council.

A2. MRCS /FRCS.

A3. A national training number (NTN)

A4. PhD in Surgery.

Desirable:

B1. Established Research Programme related to ongoing research in the Dept.Surgery.

B2. Publication and presentation at national meetings.

Experience/Training

Essential:

C1. In ST training programme.

C2. Experience of research relevant to Surgery.

C3. Evidence to suggest adequate exposure to academic medicine to justify a career choice.

C4. Experience and aptitude for surgery.

C5. An interest in teaching and learning in medicine.

Desirable:

D1. Evidence of basic science research experience.

D2. Previous involvement in clinical trials.

D3. High Impact publication record.

Special Aptitudes and Ability

Essential:

E1. Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.

E2. Good organisational and IT skills.

E3. Ability to manage research projects.

E4. Ability to work towards College objectives.

Desirable:

F1. Excellent communication skills (patients, clinical trial co-ordinators, research staff, line manager).

F2. Evidence of distinction in career to date e.g. prizes, awards, bursaries.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential:

G1. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to get on well with colleagues but also strong ambitions in the field.

Desirable:

H1. Approachable manner. H2. Capacity for originality and innovation.

Special Factors

Essential:

J1. Teamwork and interactive skills.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be on the Clinical Academic scale £43,504 - £64,461 per annum.

The post will carry an additional entitlement depending on on-call responsibilities. This banding payment is paid under a separate arrangement with the NHS for which the University acts as paymaster only.

This post is full time and fixed term for up to 6 years.

Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme

The post for which you are applying is considered registered work in terms of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act. It requires the successful applicant to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups [PVG] Scheme member prior to appointment. This check is necessary to ensure that the University of Glasgow fulfils its legal duties under the Act. If you are successful in your application, the offer of employment will be subject to PVG Scheme membership. Please note it is a criminal offence to apply for a child care position if you are on the Disqualified From Working with Children List.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

For informal enquiries, please contact: Professor Paul Horgan, [email protected]

Vacancy Ref: 140968,    Closing Date: 18 March 2024.