Trust Doctor (ST6+)

Job Overview

Role: Research Fellow - Renal Transplant Surgery, Leeds Teaching Hospitals.

Contract: 12 month initial with potential extension based on progression. Start date October 2026.

Core duties: protected research time (minimum 20 h per week) plus senior clinical responsibilities on the renal transplant rota (1:6), elective and emergency general surgery, hepatobiliary and abdominal sarcoma services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct research projects in collaboration with the University of Leeds and other collaborating investigators.
• Apply for and manage research funding and grant applications.
• Attend and contribute to the departmental teaching programme.
• Provide clinical care: operate theatres, outpatient clinics, ward rounds, and participate in the 1:6 on call rota.
• Maintain patient safety and comply with NHS Trust policies and GMC Good Medical Practice.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS/MBChB) and full GMC registration.
• At least registrar level general surgical training with demonstrated interest in research.
• Experience in organ retrieval, transplantation or hepatobiliary surgery is desirable.
• Ability to register for a higher degree (PhD/MD) at the University of Leeds.
• Good communication skills in English.

Other Conditions

The post is governed by the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England and Wales) Terms and Conditions of Service and requires a DBS check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Equal opportunities - The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.