The place to consult with the best
At the NCA, you’ll be part of a team leading the way in cutting-edge research and patient care. As one of the top centres for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the UK, you’ll have the chance to offer advanced treatments and participate in clinical trials that provide world-class care.
There are always opportunities to grow, whether through leadership roles, expanding your expertise, or contributing to groundbreaking research that shapes the future of healthcare. You’ll enjoy the diversity of your role, working alongside colleagues from different specialties, constantly learning and improving. Most importantly, you’ll be able to provide holistic care, guiding patients through their journey with the support and expertise they need.
"Coming to work always feels like coming to another family. This strong sense of camaraderie is essential, especially given the demanding nature of our work, and contributes significantly to both my professional development and overall wellbeing."
Anish Kuzhiyanjal, Advanced IBD Fellow, Bury

Why choose us
We have a strong track record of developing our consultants into regional, national and international leaders in their fields, in research, in service development, education and management. Plus, thanks to great investment in our services, we have brilliant working environments and facilities for you to make a meaningful impact.
#1 for research in Greater Manchester
And number 6 in England! We are consistently among the leading recruiters to gastroenterology studies, so if you have an appetite for research, we can help you to innovate and pursue this passion further.
We have a wide range of research interests, spanning the spectrum from basic gastrointestinal biology and physiology through to clinical trials and translation. Our researchers seek to improve the quality of care and life for patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
Professor Jimmy Limdi, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Deputy Director of NCA Research & Innovation
"We can offer novel and cutting-edge treatment to our patients, enabling us to achieve our ultimate objective - to make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. I am exceptionally proud of my colleagues who have never seen this work as a job, but as a mission."


Before becoming a consultant gastroenterologist, Dr Karishma Sethi-Arora worked at the Northern Care Alliance as a Post-CCT Research Fellow in Inflammatory Bowel Disorders (IBD)
Read about her experiences of working with our gastroenterology research delivery team in her blog.
Get in touch
We welcome informal visits and would be happy to provide more details about this opportunity over the phone.