SCRED Clinical Lecturer in General Practice, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (IHS181A)
The University of Aberdeen is committed to the Scottish Clinical Research Excellence Development Scheme (http://www.scotmt.scot.nhs.uk/specialty/scottish-academic-training-(screds).aspx) and the long-term aim of nurturing and developing future clinical academic leaders.
Job Description
Accordingly, the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, with NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a higher specialty trainee in General Practice wishing to pursue such an academic career.
You will join a committed and enthusiastic team of clinicians, researchers, and educators, providing an excellent opportunity to develop expertise through a planned programme of specialty training supporting professional, academic, and personal development. The post holder will be located in the Polwarth Building at the Foresterhill site.
A start date of August 2026 is envisaged.
Aberdeen offers a highly collaborative academic and clinical environment, with strong links between primary care, secondary care, population health, health professions education research, and medical education. The Foresterhill campus provides co-located NHS and University facilities, supporting integrated clinical academic training. The Foresterhill campus also includes the Suttie Centre for Teaching and Learning in Healthcare and a new GP and Psychiatry Teaching Centre currently under construction, further strengthening the University’s commitment to clinical and educational excellence.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Clinical scale for Academics below level of Consultant, £50,341- £89,032 per annum with placement according to clinical experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Peter Murchie, Head of Academic Primary Care (p.murchie@abdn.ac.uk ).
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.
Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 8 May 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk ) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.
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