Clinical Research Fellow in General Surgery
- University of Leeds
- United Kingdom, ENG
- Jun 30, 2026
Job Description:
Overview of the Role
Are you medically qualified and ambitious with an interest in surgical research? Do you have experience of working in General Surgery Do you want to further your career by undertaking a PhD in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?
The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.
You will support and undertake research as part of the academic surgery research group. Your research will focus on the prevention of intestinal anastomotic leak. You will lead your own studies in this area, including methods development and clinical studies and contribute to the work of the research group as a whole.
During your employment you will also work towards a PhD at the University of Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity if you are a general surgical trainee, especially if you are aiming to sub specialise in colorectal surgery or pursue an academic career. You will be medically qualified with MRCP or equivalent and full GMC registration.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development:
- Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- All FMH staff are entitled to ten days staff development per year (pro rata). Please speak to your Line Manager about how you can utilise these.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
- And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Aaron Quyn, Associate Professor
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026
Section: Research
Salary: £65,048 to £73,992 per annum
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Job Description:
Overview of the Role
Are you medically qualified and ambitious with an interest in surgical research? Do you have experience of working in General Surgery Do you want to further your career by undertaking a PhD in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?
The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.
You will support and undertake research as part of the academic surgery research group. Your research will focus on the prevention of intestinal anastomotic leak. You will lead your own studies in this area, including methods development and clinical studies and contribute to the work of the research group as a whole.
During your employment you will also work towards a PhD at the University of Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity if you are a general surgical trainee, especially if you are aiming to sub specialise in colorectal surgery or pursue an academic career. You will be medically qualified with MRCP or equivalent and full GMC registration.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development:
- Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- All FMH staff are entitled to ten days staff development per year (pro rata). Please speak to your Line Manager about how you can utilise these.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
- And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Aaron Quyn, Associate Professor
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026
Section: Research
Salary: £65,048 to £73,992 per annum
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