Clinical Associate Professor(UK Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

The Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), in partnership with University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking to appoint a Clinical Associate Professor or Professor of Oncology, depending on experience and career stage.

This is a senior clinical academic post with a strong emphasis on clinical trials leadership. The successful candidate will also hold an honorary consultant role and provide strategic and operational leadership for the Brighton and Sussex Clinical Trials Unit, working closely with the Sussex Cancer Centre and wider research partners.

The role sits within a growing and ambitious cancer research ecosystem, supporting collaboration across universities, NHS organisations, and research networks. It aligns with national priorities to strengthen cancer research, clinical trials capacity, and translational medicine:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-cancer-strategy

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a leadership role spanning clinical care, research, education, and strategic development.

Research & Clinical Trials Leadership

• Lead a major oncology research programme with a focus on clinical trials
  Direct the development and expansion of the Clinical Trials Unit
  Drive growth in cancer trial portfolios across multiple tumour types
  Secure research funding and support grant acquisition
  Strengthen partnerships across academic and NHS organisations

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-level oncology care within University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
  Contribute to the development of oncology services across Sussex
  Support optimisation and post-licensing clinical trials

Academic Leadership

• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education
  Support curriculum development and research-led teaching
  Mentor early-career researchers and clinical academics
  Provide leadership within BSMS and partner institutions

This role supports wider NHS priorities in cancer care delivery and clinical research

About You

You are an established clinical academic with expertise in oncology and a strong track record in research and leadership.

You should have:

• CCT in Medical Oncology or Clinical Oncology
  Proven experience in clinical trials design, delivery, and leadership
  Strong record of research outputs and funding success
  Experience in academic teaching and curriculum development
  Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across clinical and academic settings
  Commitment to advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes

For professorial level, you will demonstrate sustained international impact in research, leadership, and innovation.

About the School and Research Environment

BSMS is a partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton and NHS organisations across the South East. It is internationally recognised for its research excellence and commitment to high-quality medical education.

Cancer research is a strategic priority, supported by the Sussex Cancer Research Centre, which brings together experts across disciplines to improve cancer diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.

Key priorities include:

• Translational cancer research
  Clinical trials innovation
  Personalised medicine approaches
  Health inequalities in cancer outcomes

Why Join Sussex

The University offers a collaborative and research-intensive environment located near the South Downs. Staff benefit from strong institutional support, modern facilities, and a culture focused on impact, inclusion, and innovation.

Eligibility

Eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (subject to salary and criteria)
ATAS clearance may apply for international applicants
Work must be undertaken within the UK

Key Dates

• Closing Date: 24 May 2026
  Start Date: Negotiable
  Interview Date: To be confirmed

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, contact:

• Professor Andrea Pepper / Professor Somnath Mukhopadhyay
  Professor Richard McManus (Dean)
  Dr Simon Mitchell (SCRC Director)
  Clinical leads at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

The University of Sussex is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups in STEMM.