We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Lecturer in Hepatology and Gastroenterology in the School of Infection & Immunity. This post is fixed term (up to 2 years or up until six months after obtaining CCT, whichever is soonest). The post carries a nominal 80:20 split between clinical duties and academic/research activities, as agreed between the University of Glasgow, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and NHS Education for Scotland.
Job Purpose
This SCREDS Clinical Lectureship provides a structured pathway for a clinician in Hepatology and Gastroenterology to develop academic research skills alongside continued clinical training. The post will enable the postholder to build an independent research portfolio in translational hepatology or gastroenterology, generate data to support a fellowship application, and contribute to the research and teaching mission of the School of Infection and Immunity.
Although research will form an integral component of this post (approximately 20% of time), the postholder will maintain substantive clinical duties (approximately 80% of time) within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. The postholder is expected to develop their academic profile sufficiently to be competitive for intermediate clinical fellowship funding by the end of the lectureship.
Main Duties and Responsibilities - Research
- Design and implement translational research projects in Hepatology and/or Gastroenterology, in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and relevant collaborators, with a view to generating data for fellowship applications and peer reviewed publication.
- Prepare and submit applications for ethical approval and Research Management approval (e.g. HRA, NHS R&D) as appropriate and in conjunction with the PI.
- Manage data handling and interpretation of research results; take the lead role in writing manuscripts for submission to appropriate peer reviewed journals.
- Prepare research reports, progress summaries, and contribute to grant applications as directed by the PI.
- Present work at internal and external seminars, and at national and international conferences, to enhance the profile of the research group and the postholder's academic standing.
- Actively develop research skills relevant to translational hepatology, including familiarity with multi omic data, clinical trial design, and biomarker studies.
- Develop a competitive intermediate fellowship application (e.g. MRC, Wellcome, CRUK, BLT or equivalent) during the lectureship period.
Main Duties and Responsibilities - Clinical
- Undertake clinical duties in Hepatology and Gastroenterology within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde under an honorary clinical contract, at a level commensurate with training grade and as agreed with the Training Programme Director.
- Maintain clinical competencies and meet General Medical Council (GMC) licensing requirements, progressing through the relevant specialty training curriculum.
- Participate in out of hours commitments as required and agreed with local NHS management, consistent with the 80:20 clinical:academic split.
Main Duties and Responsibilities - Teaching and Supervision
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Hepatology and Gastroenterology, including clinical skills sessions, tutorials, seminars and bedside teaching within the School of Infection and Immunity.
- Supervise undergraduate or postgraduate student projects in research topics relevant to hepatology, gastroenterology or IBD.
- Contribute to the organisation of research related workshops, seminars or journal clubs within the group.
Main Duties and Responsibilities - Citizenship and Strategy
- Collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in team meetings, departmental research group activities and School level events.
- Contribute to the enhancement of the University's national and international profile in line with the University's Strategic Plan.
- Engage with the SCREDS programme requirements as specified by NHS Education for Scotland, including attendance at any required SCREDS events or reviews.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience - Knowledge and Qualifications
- Essential: A1. MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification.
- Essential: A2. Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise (or eligible for GMC registration if an overseas candidate).
- Essential: A3. Currently enrolled in specialty training programme in Gastroenterology or Hepatology (or a closely related specialty) in Scotland.
- Essential: A4. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification, or willingness to complete prior to commencement.
- Essential: A5. Higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent) in a relevant biomedical discipline in gastroenterology and hepatology.
- Desirable: B1. BSc (Hons) or intercalated degree in a relevant biomedical science.
- Desirable: B2. Evidence of academic distinction (e.g. prizes, awards, bursaries, competitive fellowships).
- Desirable: B3. PhD and relevant research in hepatology.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience - Skills
- Essential: C1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Essential: C2. Evidence of self motivation, originality and the ability to work independently.
- Essential: C3. Good organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing clinical and research commitments.
- Essential: C4. Ability to engage critically with scientific literature and to formulate and develop research questions.
- Desirable: C5. Experience with clinical research methodology, including clinical trial design, biostatistics, or multi omic data analysis.
- Desirable: C6. Competence in upper GI endoscopy or colonoscopy, or evidence of progression towards these competencies.
- Desirable: C7. Experience with IBD/liver/NHS patient cohorts or translational liver/gut research.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience - Experience
- Essential: E1. Sufficient clinical experience in Gastroenterology, Hepatology or a closely related specialty relevant to the post.
- Essential: E2. Evidence of involvement in clinical research (e.g. as a named investigator, study coordinator or data contributor) with a focus on hepatology.
- Desirable: F1. Previous experience in undergraduate or postgraduate teaching or clinical supervision.
- Desirable: F2. Previous experience in preparing or contributing to ethics applications or grant applications.
- Desirable: F3. Track record of peer reviewed publication or conference presentation.
General Information - Funding and Salary
- Post is funded by NHS Education for Scotland (NES) with no General Funds required from the University; salary will be approximately £60,000 per annum.
- Salary will be on the Clinical Academic Scale £49,492 - £74,591 per annum.
- Opportunities for NHS salary supplements for service cover may be available by negotiation with local NHS management, subject to the prioritisation of research time.
- University of Glasgow will act as paymaster.
Other Requirements
- The University of Glasgow requires all employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK; a Skilled Worker visa may be required.
- All staff in regulated roles must hold a valid PVG Scheme membership in accordance with the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community and other under represented groups.
Closing date: 13th July 2026 at 23:45.
