Clinical Lecturer / Resident Surgical Officer (RSO) in Swansea

About The University

Swansea University is a research‑led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life. Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work‑life balance.

About The Role

This is a Fixed Term post for 2 years working full‑time. You are invited to apply for one of our innovative surgical research posts within Swansea University Medical School. These posts provide an opportunity for the successful candidate(s) to combine high‑impact academic surgical research with a broad range of clinical exposure. The areas of research would be suited to surgical trainees with either colorectal, plastic surgery, urology, ENT or hepatobiliary interests. Candidates will be closely supervised by academic surgeons and university collaborators within that discipline who have proven track records of success in supervising higher degree awards. Successful candidates will be expected to work towards a higher degree (MSc, MPhil, MD or PhD). There are a range of funded research projects available with a choice of setting (either laboratory‑based or with a more clinical focus) depending on the ability and preferences of the successful candidate. This position will be based at Singleton Hospital, Swansea and Swansea University.

Swansea University Medical School has three main activities: learning and teaching, research, and business and innovation. From the creation of the Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM) programme in 2004, opening of the Institute of Life Science phase one (ILS1) in 2007 and phase two (ILS2) and the Centre for NanoHealth in 2011, to earning the right to award Primary Medical Qualifications (PMQ) independent of any other institution in 2014, the Medical School is now acknowledged as one of the fastest‑growing medical schools in the UK and is in the top 10 rankings of medical schools in the UK.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 – A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please, etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1‑hour course. The University is a proud bilingual institution; our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.

Additional Information

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter. You will have attained MRCS (or equivalent) and successfully completed the Royal College of Surgeons Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient (CCrISP) course or equivalent. You will be able to evidence implementing and innovative practice including evaluation and positive outcome based on current research and knowledge in the field. You should also be able to evidence advanced professional, research or teaching practice demonstrating at least two related CPD activities in the last year.