We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our department and compliment our Neurosurgical consultant workforce, the candidate will have a specialist interest in Endoscopic Pituitary and Skull base surgery. This is a substantive post in Neurosurgery. The Neurosurgical department runs alongside a separate Spinal Team, with whom we work very closely. We are part of a Major Trauma Centre and provide an adult Neurosurgical service that serves the population of Staffordshire, Shropshire, South Cheshire and North Wales.
We are a dynamic unit which has undergone a significant period of growth and development in recent years. Within the department we have well established sub-specialisation. We are looking for someone who is willing to engage with our strong team ethos.
Applicants will have experience in general cranial neurosurgery but will have an extended surgical skillset for Pituitary and Skull base surgery.
You will take responsibility for the inpatient and outpatient care of neurosurgical patients including the provision of emergency cranial surgery and care.
You may be required to participate in the education and training of medical students, junior doctors, nursing and other professionals allied to medicine. You may be involved in the supervision and teaching of medical students attached to the department. With Keele University Medical School excellent opportunities exist for greater involvement in teaching in many different areas of the undergraduate curriculum.
You will be expected to take an appropriate share in the management and administrative workload of the Department. All Consultants are involved in planning and developing the service.
Please see attached the job description and person specification for more details about the role. Interview date 17th June 2025