Overview
Job summary
The successful applicant will work as a Consultant Medical Microbiologist and Infectious Diseases at the Norfolk and Norwich University Teaching Hospital and Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA).
We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust operates job share and flexible working. A candidate unable to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive equal consideration; if appointed, job content will be modified in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management.
Main duties
This is a replacement post to join a team of Consultant Microbiologist and Virologist in sharing the provision of day-to-day clinical microbiology, virology, infectious disease service and infection prevention and control services at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Foundation Trust (NNUHFT), James Paget University Hospital (JPUH), Queen Elizabeth Hospital Kings Lynn (QEHKL) and the Norfolk region.
The successful candidate will be working alongside seven existing Microbiology consultants to provide a comprehensive microbiology and infectious disease service for the NNUHFT and the EPA including provision of cross-cover for infection prevention and control.
The post holder will participate in a single rota for out of hours cover across Norfolk, with an anticipated frequency of 1 in 8 at full capacity.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, home to facilities such as the Quadram Institute, and we work closely with the University of East Anglia to provide teaching opportunities and student placements.
We value a friendly, collaborative environment and are proud to host services and resources including N&N Hospitals Charity. We offer a full range of NHS benefits and additional staff benefits listed below.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi Faith prayer room
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream - access up to 40% of pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
* Free 24-hour confidential counselling support
* On-site Nursery
* On-site cafes offering staff discounts
* Support in career development
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Details
Date posted: 10 September 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 234-MS2421
Job locations: Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details of the post and the person specification. Full GMC Registration with license to practice is required at time of application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with license to practice
* FRCPath or equivalent with Specialist registration
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register
* Participation in recognized CPD and appraisal
Desirable
* MRCP or evidence of equivalent qualification
* Teaching the Teachers or equivalent
Aptitudes
* Capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team
* Enthusiasm for service development and teaching
* Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Experience
* Training and experience equivalent to that required for FRCpath
* Teaching at undergraduate/postgraduate level
* Wide experience of clinical microbiology, infectious disease, and infection control
* Competent IT skills
* Training and expertise in children\'s safeguarding
Interests
* Commitment to develop an appropriate specialist interest
Communications
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Circumstances
* Flexible outlook on working hours
* Must live within a 15-mile radius of the base Trust or 30 minutes travelling time
* Ability to travel across multi-sites where public transport may not be available
Disclosure and sponsorship
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires submission for disclosure to the DBS.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered; see UK Visas and Immigration guidance.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address: Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Norwich, NR4 7UY
Employer's website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/
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