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- Job reference: 253309
- Salary: Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064)
- Job closing date: 15/09/2026
- Job Type: Medical and Dental
- Location: Glasgow Royal Infirmary
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Job posted date: 21/08/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
- Department: Microbiology
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post has yet to be confirmed
An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Microbiology in NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. The post-holder is expected to contribute to the broad range of laboratory and clinical roles within the department including laboratory oversight, report authorisation, diagnostic and antimicrobial advice and stewardship and ward consultation, in addition to teaching and training responsibilities.
Applicants should have full and specialist registration with GMC with a licence to practice, FRCPath (or equivalent), and hold a CCT(or equivalent) in Microbiology or a joint CCT(or equivalent) in Microbiology and Infectious diseases, or be within 6 months of the registration / CCT at the time of interview.
Informal contact: Dr Abhijit M Bal Dr Michael E Murphy - Head of Service Clinical Lead on 07447050994 07957414793 or abhijit.bal3@nhs.scot michael.murphy4@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
Interview Date: 23/09/2026
NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Broad microbiology experience of managing wide range of infections and managing infection control incidents
- Understanding of managerial and accreditation issues relating to laboratory medicine
- Understanding of clinical governance responsibilities
- Knowledge of and participation in clinical audit
Other attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Motivated to develop services for improvement in patient care
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as well contribution to training of other staff groups
Desirable
- Experience as Clinical/Educational Supervisor
Research & Publications
Essential
- Evidence of publications, poster or oral presentations at national/international meetings
Desirable
- Proven record in research with peer reviewed publications
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MB ChB (or equivalent)
- FRCPath (or equivalent)
- GMC Specialist Register in Medical Microbiology/Virology (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT at time of interview). Applicants with CESR must have CESR at the time of the interview.
Desirable
- MRCP (UK) (or equivalent)
- Diploma or MSc in Hospital Infection Control
- Infectious Disease experience and/or on GMC Specialist Register in Infectious Diseases (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT at time of interview). Applicants with CESR must have CESR at the time of the interview
- MSc, MD or PhD
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This advert is for Consultant Microbiologist with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde in Glasgow Royal Infirmary, GB. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Medical Microbiology role. The advertised salary is £111,430 - £148,064. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Sep 2026.
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