Consultant in Medical Microbiology and Infection

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking consultant in Medical Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases to join our friendly, highly skilled team, providing high-quality clinical microbiology and infection services across Eastern and Northern Devon.

The closing date is 19 February 2026

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking consultant in Medical Microbiology and/or Infectious Diseases to join our friendly, highly skilled team, providing high-quality clinical microbiology and infection services across Eastern and Northern Devon.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

More detail about the role

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of a modern, integrated microbiology service within a Trust recognised for innovation, collaboration, and patient-centred care.

Our Microbiology departments support comprehensive diagnostic services across both acute sites and are fully UKAS accredited to ISO 15189
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The team includes experienced Biomedical Scientists, Clinical Scientists, and Consultants covering bacteriology, virology, mycology, infection control, and antimicrobial stewardship.

You will work closely with colleagues in Infection Prevention & Control, Infectious Diseases, and the wider Pathology Network to deliver safe, responsive, and clinically effective services.

Working Pattern:
Monday - Friday 9-5

Interview Date: 19.03.2026

For further information please contact: Dr Robert Porter, Consultant in Microbiology and Infection, Clinical Lead Email:

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

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