Examiner Vacancies

Become an RCSEd examiner and help shape the future of surgical and dental education through excellence in postgraduate assessment.

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh - Examiner Vacancies

Become an RCSEd examiner and play a key role in delivering high-quality surgical, dental and Faculty examinations. Join our community of experienced healthcare professionals helping to maintain excellence in postgraduate assessment while supporting the next generation of surgeons.

Explore our current examiner vacancies across surgical, dental and Faculty examinations. Whether you're interested in assessing future surgeons, dentists or specialist healthcare professionals, becoming an examiner offers an opportunity to share your expertise, contribute to professional standards and support excellence in healthcare education.

View open examiner vacancies below.


Why Become an RCSEd Examiner

  • Contribute to the future of surgical and dental education.
  • Help maintain the highest standards of postgraduate examinations.
  • Share your expertise with the next generation of healthcare professionals.
  • Support professional development within your specialty.
  • Collaborate with a network of experienced examiners from the UK and around the world.

Examiner Vacancies


Examiner Guidance and Resources

Before applying or undertaking examiner duties, access important guidance and supporting documentation, including the College's Principles of Leave for Examiners and the GMC Request for Absence form.

Principles of Leave

Read the College's 10 Principles for Examiners, providing guidance for those who require leave from their employer to examine on behalf of RCSEd.

Read here
GMC - Request for Absence

Download the GMC Request for Absence form for examiners who require approval to undertake examining activities.

Download here