Applicants interested in endo-urology and open/laparoscopic kidney surgery are invited to apply for the Full Time Consultant Urological Surgeon position within NHS Fife. This is a replacement post with guaranteed theatre allocation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take a leadership role within the endourology team and expand their expertise into areas such as renal cancer surgery and minimally invasive procedures for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Candidates must have thorough training in all aspects of General Urology and be willing to develop further subspecialty interests.
The successful candidate will join a highly motivated, nationally recognized urology team of 10 consultants, supported by a solid middle grade tier, including trainees, specialty doctors, and foundation year doctors, as well as advanced nurse practitioners and specialist clinical practitioners.
The role involves participating in a 1-in-8 on-call rota covering adult and adolescent emergencies, with specific considerations for torsion cases in boys from their 11th birthday.
Applicants must be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of registration at the time of interview. UK-trained candidates should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or be within 6 months of achieving it. Non-UK applicants must demonstrate equivalent training and qualifications.
Research participation is encouraged, with opportunities to collaborate with the University of St Andrews and other institutions. Multiple RCTs, including NIHR trials, are ongoing within the unit, supported by a proactive research team.
For a formal visit, contact Mr. Feras Al Jaafari, Clinical Lead for Urological Surgery, at 01592 643355. Meetings with the management team can also be arranged by contacting Miriam Watts or Satheesh Yalamarthi at the same number, extension 29612.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 4th July 2025.
Applicants must have full GMC Registration, a license to practice, and be eligible for the GMC Specialist Register. UK-trained applicants should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or be within 6 months of obtaining it. Non-UK applicants must demonstrate equivalent training and qualifications. All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
NHS Fife is committed to diversity and equality, welcoming applications from all sections of society, including those requiring reasonable adjustments, and supports flexible working and family-friendly policies.
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