LR252636 - Clinical Fellow (ST) in Medical Microbiology and Virology

Reference: LR252636

About the role

Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates for this fixed-term 6-month post based at the Medical Microbiology Department of Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI). This post is suitable for enthusiastic individuals who would like to gain more experience in the diagnosis and management of infection. It is ideal for those considering a career as an Infection Specialist, as well as offering experience applicable to primary care and a variety of medical and surgical specialties.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team of Microbiologists, Virologists, and Biomedical Scientists working in a large diagnostic Microbiology and Virology Laboratory in Scotland. ARI Microbiology and Virology offers diagnostic, clinical advisory, and infection control services across NHS Grampian. Both laboratories contain state-of-the-art facilities, with an emphasis on developing rapid diagnostic techniques to optimise patient management and facilitate early discharge.

This post does not have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and will not be recognised for training. However, successful candidates may attend regional and national infection training sessions and have opportunities for both laboratory and clinical research projects. Additionally, ARI is a University Teaching Hospital linked to the University of Aberdeen, offering opportunities to contribute to undergraduate medical school teaching.

Requirements

• Full registration with a licence to practice with the GMC (licence must be in place prior to starting in post).

Further Information

For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Vhairi Bateman, Clinical Lead Medical Microbiology – Email or Tel: 01224 551025
• Dr. Noha El Sakka, Unit Clinical Director – Email or Tel: 01224 552526

Please note that this post may close early due to the volume of applications.