Consultant Microbiologist

Services acrossNHS Golden Jubilee are expanding, including the opening of the new Surgical Centre containing 5 new orthopaedic theatres and 5 new endoscopy procedure rooms which will significantly increase capacity for orthopaedic surgery, diagnostic procedures, endoscopy and clinical training. As a result, anexciting opportunity has emerged for a new Consultant in Clinical Microbiology to join the existing team to support the Microbiology service within the hospital, and applications are welcome from registered medical practitioners.

The Microbiology Department at NHS Golden Jubilee provides clinical microbiology services to the hospital and currently processes approximately 65,000 specimens per year. The successful applicant will be involved in the day-to-day running of the Medical Microbiology diagnostic laboratory service, maintenance of existing services and for future development of the service. The post holder will be one of three Consultantsbased at NHS Golden Jubilee, responsible for the provision ofa Microbiology and Prevention and Control of Infection service. The successful candidate will be supported to undertake CPD opportunities in conjunction with the wider Microbiology network both nationally and internationally as appropriate to role.

The appointment is for 8 PAs, with no out of hours or on call work. The post is subject to the terms and conditions for medical Consultant grade staff under the new Consultant contract (Scotland). Applicants must have full GMC registration and a licence to practice. Those trained in the UK should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or eligibility for specialist registration (CESR) or be within 6 months of confirmed entry from date of interview.

Hybrid working is possible subject to mutual agreement. Opportunities for research within the applicant’s job plan can be agreed where appropriate.

For informal enquires please contact Dr Sarah Whitehead, Consultant Microbiologist, on .

The interview for this post will take place on Friday 18th July 2025 onsite at Golden Jubilee National University Hospital.

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.