Job details
- Job reference: 250066
- Salary: LAT - Core Trainee (£45,504- £60,199)
- Job closing date: 15/06/2026
- Job Type: Medical and Dental
- Location: Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
- Employment type: Fixed-term
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Job posted date: 29/05/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Lothian
- Department: Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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.
NHS LOTHIAN
LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING IN Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh
Reference: 250066
NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Applications are welcome for the above Fixed Term, Full time (40 hours per week) post based in RIE.
This post has deanery approval for training and the successful applicant will receive training opportunities at the appropriate level based on previous experience.
There may be a possibility to extend this appointment to the end of the training year. The extension may be at any of the hospitals on the rotation.
For an informal discussion or further information please contact:
Dr Emma Doubal, Clinical Director Obstetrics emma.doubal@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Dr Stuart Jack, Clinical Director Gynaecology stuart.jack@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
If viewing from an external site, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk for a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply.
We cannot accept CV’s as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted. Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing. The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application—but your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you—not an AI tool.
Closing Date: 15/06/2026
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
NHS LOTHIAN
LOCUM APPOINTMENT FOR TRAINING IN Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh
Reference: 250066
NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Applications are welcome for the above Fixed Term, Full time (40 hours per week) post based in RIE.
This post has deanery approval for training and the successful applicant will receive training opportunities at the appropriate level based on previous experience.
There may be a possibility to extend this appointment to the end of the training year. The extension may be at any of the hospitals on the rotation.
For an informal discussion or further information please contact:
Dr Emma Doubal, Clinical Director Obstetrics emma.doubal@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Dr Stuart Jack, Clinical Director Gynaecology stuart.jack@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
If viewing from an external site, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk for a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply.
We cannot accept CV’s as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted. Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing. The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application—but your answers must be your own.
- Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
- Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
- Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.
Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you—not an AI tool.
Closing Date: 15/06/2026
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
Person specification
Teaching
Desirable
- Teaching achievement (including attendance at teaching courses etc.)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Satisfactory assessment of clinical ability.
- Basic life support training.
- At least 24 months’ experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by time of intended start date.
- ST3+ clinical position within Obstetrics and Gynaecology team
Desirable
- Completion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course by time of appointment
- Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Circumstances of Job
Essential
- May be required to work at any of NHS Lothian’s sites
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team with colleagues in own and other disciplines
- Ability to organise time efficiently and effectively
- Reliability
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and their relatives
- The ability to communicate and work harmoniously with all members of staff individually and on a multi-disciplinary basis
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Ability to work under pressure
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS
- Language skills: Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as demonstrated by one of the following: undergraduate medical training undertaken in English. or academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) results showing a score of at least 7.0 in each domain (speaking, listening, reading, writing), with an overall score of at least 7.5, to be achieved in a single sitting and within 24 months of the time of application. If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidenceii of language skills
Desirable
- Ability to motivate colleagues
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- GMC registered medical practitioner
- Licence to practice
- ILS certificate or equivalent.
- Appropriate right to work as a doctor in training in the UK.
- Achieved ST3 competencies
- Successful completion of Part 1 MRCOG by offer datei
Desirable
- Clinical experience in an NHS environment.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Knowledge and experience of the NHS.
- Computer literate.
- MRCOG Part 2/3
Research, Audit and Quality Improvement
Desirable
- Evidence of academic prizes and honours at postgraduate level
- Research experience
- Evidence of relevant peer-reviewed papers and other publications (e.g. book chapter, book editor, case report – not abstracts or letters)
- Presentations (oral or poster) at international, national or regional meetings – not local meetings
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This advert is for LAT in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with NHS Lothian in Edinburgh, East of Scotland, Scotland. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Obstetrics and Gynaecology role. The advertised salary is £45,504- - £60,199. The contract type is Fixed-term. The application deadline is 15 Jun 2026.
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