Professional Appointments
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is committed to supporting our Membership's professional development. On this page, you will find details of professional opportunities which may be of interest to you and your career.
Surgical Specialty Boards Vacancies
The Surgical Specialty Boards (SSBs) are constituted within the internal governance structure of the College and exist primarily to support, advise and assist the College and its Council across the breadth of core College activities as they relate to specialty matters and developments. In addition, the SSBs play a critical role in facilitating reciprocal engagement and communication between the College and the surgical specialties across the UK.
The following SSBs are recruiting for a new Chair in
- SSB in Neurosurgery
- SSB in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- SSB in Paediatric Surgery
- SSB in Trauma and Orthopaedics
The following SSBs are recruiting for new Members in
- SSB in General Surgery (specifically with a sub-specialty interest of Breast Surgery)
- SSB in Otolaryngology
- SSB in Paediatric Surgery
The following SSBs are recruiting for a Trainee Representative in
- SSB in Otolaryngology
- SSB in Paediatric Surgery
- SSB in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- SSB in Vascular Surgery
Details on how to apply for these vacancies can be found in the relevant adverts. Please clearly specify which vacancy and SSB you are applying for.
Any informal enquiries should be directed to: committeeadministrator@rcsed.ac.uk in the first instance.
Closing date for applications: 09:00 on Friday 11 March 2022
SASLC Committee Vacancy
RCSEd is pleased to present opportunities for suitable individuals to join its SASLC Committee in November 2021.
The committee represents Specialty Doctors and Dentists, Associate Specialists and Locums, and those working in other similar grades. Surgeons in these grades are diverse in background, experience, and seniority, which means that there are a wide range of issues covered by this committee. It is a great opportunity to contribute to the College and the development of the SAS role in Surgery.
Applications are now closed.
Regional Surgical Adviser Vacancies
As the Regional Surgical Adviser (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 but in particular Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland, London, Kent, Surrey & Sussex, East Midlands and Yorkshire. We also welcome interest from Fellows in the specialties of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Paediatric Surgery and Urology.
For more information, email Una Curran in the Marketing and Communications Team at outreach@rcsed.ac.uk.
To view the list of current RSAs read more.
International Surgical Adviser Vacancies
The International Surgical Advisers are RCSEd Fellows dedicated to training and development, and are committed to promoting and sharing RCSEd initiatives in their local areas. International Surgical Advisers form a vital link between the College and our current and prospective international membership.
Applications are now closed.
Dental Ambassador Network
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.
Examiner Vacancies
Please visit our Examinations Vacancies page to see our current list of Examiner Vacancies
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.
Lay Member to the Lay Advisors Committee
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is currently recruiting a new lay member to the Lay Advisors Committee.
RCSEd Vacancies
Please visit our Work for RCSEd page for information on current job opportunities with the College.
