# Consultant Pathologist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Grampian. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-pathologist/f8948136-c336-4a45-ba4c-efc51364ad9d - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-pathologist/f8948136-c336-4a45-ba4c-efc51364ad9d.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** NHS Grampian - **Town:** Aberdeen - **Region:** North of Scotland - **Country:** Scotland - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Pathology - **Grade:** Consultant - **Salary:** £111,430 - £148,064 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - **Closing date:** 2026-07-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-17T14:56:54.260Z - **Source information URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=258304 - **Application URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/DecideInternalExternal/DecideInternalExternal?JobId=258304 - **Employer website:** https://www.nhsgrampian.org ## Job Content ### Job details - Job reference: 247903 - Salary: Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064) - Job closing date: 19/07/2026 - Job Type: Medical and Dental - Location: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - Employment type: Permanent - Hours Per Week: 40 - Job posted date: 17/06/2026 - Employer (NHS Board): NHS Grampian - Department: Pathology ### NHS Grampian ### 1 x Consultant in Histopathology ### Ref: LR247903 Applications are invited for a Consultant Pathologist to join the current 22 Consultant team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, a University affiliated Teaching Hospital. An interest in dermatopathology and urology would be particularly welcome, however, the department is flexible and is willing to consider applicants with any other areas of interest. The workload is reported by subspecialist teams and distributed according to RCPath points guidance. The post will offer opportunities for research, teaching and participation in private practice. The Pathology Department handles approximately 37,000 surgical and 4,700 diagnostic cytology specimens and has full UKAS ISO 15189:2022 accreditation. The Molecular Genetics laboratory is close by on-site and the laboratory has an established, integrated Biorepository which supports and enhances opportunities for research. BMS dissection is established and BMS associate reporting practitioners are in training. The Laboratory has recently undergone major refurbishment under a Managed Service Contract to create modern laboratory facilities. The appointee is required to be a team player, an enthusiastic trainer and to fulfil the duties described in the job description. The post is offered on a whole-time equivalent basis, including 2 SPAs, although there may be opportunity for up to 2 EPAs by mutual agreement. Candidates who wish to work less than full-time will also be considered. Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC is required. (licence to practise must be in place prior to starting in post). For more information visit www.gmc-uk.org Those trained in the UK should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or be within 6 months of confirmed entry on the GMC Specialist Register from date of interview. CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) or Portfolio Pathway route doctors are only eligible to apply for a substantive Consultant post once CESR or Portfolio Pathway specialist registration is awarded. Those with an International Recognised Specialist Qualification approved by GMC should have a confirmed entry on the GMC Specialist Register. Applications from doctors with appropriate specialist training and experience who are not listed on the GMC Specialist Register can be considered for a Locum Consultant post (up to 12 months) if no substantive Consultant appointment is made. Whilst in locum employment, an application to obtain a CESR or Portfolio Pathway Specialist Registration can be made to the GMC. ### For more information or to arrange a visit please contact Dr David McClelland (Service Clinical Director, Pathology) on 01224 553794/5 or via e-mail to david.mcclelland@nhs.scot . ### Apply for this post by visiting apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk and search for the above Ref No. ### Closing date: Sunday, 19th July 2026 ### NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. ### ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES AI-generated content for the completion of Supporting Statements may lack specificity and fail to address key criteria outlined in the job description. Personalisation is essential to convey individual skills, knowledge, and experiences effectively. As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all. You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please ensure that the address you provide on your application form is your current place of residence for your present workplace, and that your identification confirms this address.Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian. ### **Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.** NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values. ## Job Details NHS Grampian 1 x Consultant in Histopathology Ref: LR247903 Applications are invited for a Consultant Pathologist to join the current 22 Consultant team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, a University affiliated Teaching Hospital. An interest in dermatopathology and urology would be particularly welcome, however, the department is flexible and is willing to consider applicants with any other areas of interest. The workload is reported by subspecialist teams and distributed according to RCPath points guidance. The post will offer opportunities for research, teaching and participation in private practice. The Pathology Department handles approximately 37,000 surgical and 4,700 diagnostic cytology specimens and has full UKAS ISO 15189:2022 accreditation. The Molecular Genetics laboratory is close by on-site and the laboratory has an established, integrated Biorepository which supports and enhances opportunities for research. BMS dissection is established and BMS associate reporting practitioners are in training. The Laboratory has recently undergone major refurbishment under a Managed Service Contract to create modern laboratory facilities. The appointee is required to be a team player, an enthusiastic trainer and to fulfil the duties described in the job description. The post is offered on a whole-time equivalent basis, including 2 SPAs, although there may be opportunity for up to 2 EPAs by mutual agreement. Candidates who wish to work less than full-time will also be considered. Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC is required. (licence to practise must be in place prior to starting in post). For more information visit www.gmc-uk.org Those trained in the UK should have evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or be within 6 months of confirmed entry on the GMC Specialist Register from date of interview. CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration) or Portfolio Pathway route doctors are only eligible to apply for a substantive Consultant post once CESR or Portfolio Pathway specialist registration is awarded. Those with an International Recognised Specialist Qualification approved by GMC should have a confirmed entry on the GMC Specialist Register. Applications from doctors with appropriate specialist training and experience who are not listed on the GMC Specialist Register can be considered for a Locum Consultant post (up to 12 months) if no substantive Consultant appointment is made. Whilst in locum employment, an application to obtain a CESR or Portfolio Pathway Specialist Registration can be made to the GMC. For more information or to arrange a visit please contact Dr David McClelland (Service Clinical Director, Pathology) on 01224 553794/5 or via e-mail to david.mcclelland@nhs.scot . Apply for this post by visiting apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk and search for the above Ref No. Closing date: Sunday, 19th July 2026 NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES AI-generated content for the completion of Supporting Statements may lack specificity and fail to address key criteria outlined in the job description. Personalisation is essential to convey individual skills, knowledge, and experiences effectively. As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all. You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please ensure that the address you provide on your application form is your current place of residence for your present workplace, and that your identification confirms this address.Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home for advice and support with any system issues.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian. **Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.** NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values. ## Person Specification ### Research **Essential** - Enthusiasm, willingness and ability to carry out or supervise basic research projects **Desirable** - Personal publication record ### Experience **Essential** - Completion of Higher Specialist Training in Histopathology - Thorough, broad, up-to-date training and experience in the practice of diagnostic Histopathology - Previous experience in Histopathology at Specialist Registrar level or equivalent **Desirable** - Sub-specialist experience or expertise in Dermatological/ Urological pathology with previous relevant MDT experience ### Qualifications **Essential** - MBChB or equivalent - Full GMC registration - FRCPath or equivalent - Specialist Registration in Histopathology (or within 6 months of CCT and placement on the Specialist Register) **Desirable** - Additional undergraduate or postgraduate degree eg; BSc (intercalated or otherwise) MD/ PhD/ MSc - Certificate in Higher Autopsy Training ### Management Ability **Essential** - Attendance of management training course(s) - Knowledge of NHS organisation and systems - Knowledge of principal elements of NHS laboratory management - Good organisational, time management, leadership and motivational skills - Willingness to undertake routine service management roles within pathology department **Desirable** - Willingness to undertake wider or formal departmental managerial role(s) ### Other requirements **Essential** - Meets professional health requirements ### Teaching and Training **Essential** - Teaching experience at under/ postgraduate level - Agreement to take on departmental teaching and training responsibilities in the role **Desirable** - Experience of supervising trainees - Interest in developing teaching methodologies ### Ability, Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - Knowledge and experience of Histopathology - Ability to dissect and report complex histopathological/cytological specimens relevant to post unsupervised - Experience of multidisciplinary team working **Desirable** - Knowledge of evidence based practice - Experience in and ability to undertake autopsies independently ### Clinical Governance and Audit **Essential** - Understanding of clinical governance responsibilities - Knowledge of, and participation in, clinical audit, quality assurance and quality improvement processes/ projects - Where already on the Specialist Register, compliance with relevant CPD requirements ### Personality, Abilities and Aptitude **Essential** - Ability to develop effective working relationships at all levels - Willingness to take responsibility - Commitment to specialty and its development - Initiative - Ability to work as part of a team - Time management and organisational skills - Willingness to take on supporting roles of responsibility within the department - Resilience and ability to cope under stress **Desirable** - Evidence of leadership skills ### Communication, Language Skills and Relationships with Colleagues, and Staff **Essential** - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and service users - Experience of multidisciplinary team-working - Good knowledge of, and ability to use, written and spoken English ## Documents - [LR247903 JD&PS (PDF, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1162922&JobId=258304) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.