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NHS Grampian is seeking to appoint a Locum Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon, for a 12 month period, to join our dynamic skilled team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) - a leading Tertiary Referral Centre and University Teaching Hospital in North East Scotland.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative, high-volume, and research-active Colorectal unit that delivers excellence in oncology, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), pelvic floor disorders, and advanced cancer surgery, including pelvic exenteration. With a strong emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, we have a well-established robotic surgery programme.
About the Role
As a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, you will work within a supportive and expert team of 8 Colorectal Consultants covering the full range of Colorectal subspecialties. You will play a key role in Colon Rectal cancer resections, contributing to a centre with a high volume of complex cancer cases. You will have the opportunity to be involved in the management of IBD, pelvic floor conditions, and colorectal cancer and will have an active role in the expanding Endoscopy unit. There will be an opportunity to work collaboratively with other specialties including Oncology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, and Urology ensuring optimal patient outcomes. You will also be part of the Emergency General Surgery on-call rota. You will have the opportunity to engage in academic research through the University of Aberdeen & work collaboratively with our unit academic team. In addition you will be actively involved in training and mentoring medical students and surgical trainees, fostering the next generation of surgeons.
Why Join Us?
- Cutting-Edge Surgical Facilities – Access to advanced minimally invasive surgery as part of our commitment to innovation. We also have a well-established robotic programme.
- Tertiary Referral Expertise – Join a team managing complex colorectal cases across the North of Scotland.
- Academic & Research Opportunities – Work closely with the University of Aberdeen, leading or contributing to ground breaking research.
- Supportive Team Culture – We foster collaboration, mentorship, and career development within a thriving surgical department.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from skilled Colorectal surgeons with:
FRCS (or equivalent) and experience in Colorectal Cancer surgery and minimally invasive techniques. JAG accreditation in lower GI endoscopy. A passion for teaching, training, and research. Strong team working skills and the ability to work collaboratively across specialities.
Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC is required. (licence to practise must be in place prior to starting in post). For more information visit www.gmc-uk.org
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading Colorectal surgery units. If you are a dedicated, ambitious Colorectal surgeon looking for a rewarding career in a progressive, supportive, and research-active environment, we encourage you to apply.
For further information please contact Shayanthan Nanthakumaran, Clinical Lead (shayanthan.nanthakumaran@nhs.scot),
Karin MacLeod, Unit Operational Manager (karin.macleod@nhs.scot),
Craig Parnaby (craig.parnaby@nhs.scot),
Lynn Stevenson (lynn.stevenson@nhs.scot) or
George Ramsay (george.ramsay@nhs.scot), Colorectal Surgeons
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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