Professional Volunteer Appointments

Discover professional volunteer opportunities at the College to advance your surgical career. See current vacancies and ongoing recruitment.


Current Vacancies

Remuneration, People and Workplace Culture Committee: People Leadership Expert Lay Member

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is seeking one Expert Layperson to sit on its Remuneration, People and Workplace Culture Committee to contribute their expertise to support the College. The closing date for applications is Monday 22 September 2025.

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International Dental Ambassadors (IDAs) Recruitment

RCSEd is adding to its network of International Dental Ambassadors (IDAs). This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a network of IDAs engaged in promoting RCSEd worldwide. Find out more about the role and apply directly through the Good Grants platform below. The closing date for applications is Friday 10 October 2025.

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Ongoing Recruitment

RCSEd Vacancies

Please visit our Work for RCSEd page for information on current job opportunities with the College.

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​Regional Surgical Ambassadors Vacancies

As the Regional Surgical Ambassadors' (RSA) Network goes from strength to strength we are inviting applications from UK based Fellows to join the Network. We are recruiting in all regions across the UK for succession planning. View the list of our current RSAs on the link below.

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Dental Ambassador Networks

Following a recent review of our networks, we will be changing the composition and duties of our regional representatives, encompassing support for the whole dental team. We are now recruiting for a network of Dental Ambassadors.

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Examiner Vacancies

Please visit our Examinations Vacancies page to see our current list of Examiner Vacancies.

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Edinburgh Surgery Online Tutor Recruitment

The Edinburgh Surgical Sciences Qualification, run by RCSEd and the University of Edinburgh is currently recruiting for tutors to mentor and support training surgeons in 40 different countries and at the same time enable the tutor to maintain their knowledge base.

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Advisory Appointment Committees

Advisory Appointment Committees (AACs) are the process through which non-Foundation Trusts in England advertise and fill consultant level posts and function in accordance with the NHS (Appointment of Consultants) Regulations 1996 and Good Practice Guidance 2005. Find out more and become and AAC Participant below.

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Work For Us

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh has a long and distinguished history, and is committed to providing a first class service to all its stakeholders. The College values the talents and abilities of its employees and seeks to foster an open, co-operative, friendly and dynamic environment in which employees and the College alike can thrive.

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Volunteering

There are a variety of opportunities to volunteer, including as a Council Member, an examiner, an ambassador, or as a committee or working group member. Find out how to support the College and get involved with our activities.

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Funding and Recognition Opportunities

Explore RCSEd’s funding and recognition portfolio, including research fellowships, travelling fellowships, grants, scholarships and bursaries. We also celebrate their achievements through a prestigious portfolio of medals, lectureships, prizes, professorships and awards. Open to Members and Fellows across all career stages and specialties.

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Membership

Join RCSEd as an Affiliate, Member or Fellow and make your mark in an organisation dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in surgical practice.