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. NHS TAYSIDE CLINICAL RESEARCH FELLOW (ST3) IN VASCULAR SURGERY – 1 POST Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow in Vascular surgery for a period of 24 months commencing 5 th August 2026 in Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The appointee(s) will be expected to perform at a level equivalent to that of ST3 or above. They will be supervised by a consultant at all times. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a period of research towards a higher degree, specifically a Doctorate of Medicine with The University of Glasgow. This is a self-funded degree. The post is based in Ninewells Hospital and will involve exposure to emergency vascular surgery. The successful applicant will participate in full on-call duties for vascular surgery on, approximately, a one in eight frequency that includes weekends/nights (on call shifts are from 0800-2100hrs, nights 2000-0800hrs). Education and Supervision - A clinical and research educational programme for the fellow will be established tailored to their individual requirements and project aims. A personal development plan and educational agreement will be documented. An assigned educational/research supervisor will be assigned. Outcomes will be recorded on ISCP and through thesis monitoring via University of Dundee Information on facilities in Tayside, the organisation of duties and other aspects of the appointment can be obtained from Mr Graeme Guthrie (Clinical Lead Vascular Surgery - 01382 660111), Mr Stuart Suttie (Clinical Director - Surgery – 01382 660111). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ If you wish to participate in the Job Interview Guarantee Scheme and have been invited to interview, please contact the Hiring Manager as detailed in the advert to discuss any special requirements that you will need to enable you to attend the interview. Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments If you are a current member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Tayside