Clinical Associate Professor(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Role Overview
Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) invites applications for a Clinical Associate Professor or Professor of Oncology, depending on experience. The successful candidate will also hold an honorary consultant appointment with University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSFT).
A central aspect of the role is providing academic and clinical leadership for the Brighton and Sussex Clinical Trials Unit (CTU), including acting as Clinical Director. The postholder will help shape the region’s oncology research landscape, strengthen partnerships with the Sussex Cancer Centre, and contribute to strategic development across both BSMS and UHSFT.
Senior clinical academics at Associate Professor and Professor level are expected to contribute significantly to research leadership, teaching innovation, strategic planning, and research income generation.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Clinical Trials
- Lead an active and internationally recognised research programme in oncology.
- Provide strategic and clinical leadership to the Brighton and Sussex CTU (2 PAs allocated).
- Accelerate growth of the cancer clinical trials portfolio across Sussex, spanning solid tumours and haematological malignancies.
- Mentor researchers and clinicians, fostering a culture of high-quality clinical and translational research.
- Strengthen grant activity and contribute to sustainable research funding.
Teaching & Educational Leadership
- Teach and supervise across undergraduate BMBS and postgraduate programmes.
- Champion oncology education, support career development activities, and engage students in research.
- Promote high-quality clinical placements, SSCs, and research project opportunities.
- Hold leadership roles aligned with professorial expectations, contributing to School-level governance and strategy.
Clinical Duties
- Hold a 0.5 FTE honorary consultant post within UHSFT’s Oncology Department.
- Deliver specialist oncology care based on clinical expertise (Medical Oncology or Clinical Oncology).
- Applicants must hold a CCT in Medical Oncology or Clinical Oncology or equivalent.
About You
We welcome applicants with established expertise in medical or clinical oncology, particularly those with a substantial record in clinical trials and translational research.
You will bring:
- A national or international research profile (required for Professor).
- Demonstrated success in leading clinical trials or oncology-focused research.
- Ability to grow multidisciplinary networks across university and NHS environments.
- Commitment to high-quality teaching, mentorship, and academic leadership.
- Eligibility for GMC registration and specialist accreditation.
Our Research Environment
BSMS is jointly run by the Universities of Sussex and Brighton in collaboration with NHS partners across the South-East. The School has strong research strengths in global health, infection, mental health, and translational haemato-oncology. Through the Sussex Cancer Research Centre (SCRC), we support interdisciplinary cancer science—from early discovery to implementation.
The School promotes sustainability, equity, and excellence in clinical training and is proud to hold a Gold Athena Swan Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.
Why Work at BSMS and the University of Sussex?
- A vibrant, research-intensive university community.
- A 150-acre campus at the edge of the South Downs National Park with rail, bus, and cycling links.
- Comprehensive staff benefits and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Collaborative culture across clinical, academic, and professional teams.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University of Sussex and BSMS are committed to increasing diversity within their academic workforce. We particularly encourage applications from women and candidates from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, who are under-represented in STEMM fields at senior levels.
All work undertaken for the University must be performed within the UK.
