Professor of Oncology(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

Brighton & Sussex Medical School (BSMS) seeks a Clinical Associate Professor or Professor of Oncology with an honorary consultant contract at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. This senior clinical academic will:

Lead clinical trials and provide clinical leadership as Clinical Director of the Brighton & Sussex Clinical Trials Unit (CTU).

Collaborate with the Sussex Cancer Centre and the Health and Care Research Partnership to develop oncology research initiatives.

Contribute to strategic planning, grant applications, and funding acquisition to advance oncology research across Sussex.

The role supports the development of a clinical academic oncology group within BSMS and the Trust, fostering interdisciplinary research in both solid and haematological malignancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a personal research programme and provide mentorship to research-active academic and NHS colleagues.
• Develop the cancer-focused trial portfolio, including translational, early-phase, and optimisation trials.
• Engage with undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, providing high-quality training in oncology.
• Collaborate with external organisations to enhance research and education networks.
• Support student-led oncology initiatives including placements, Student Selected Components (SSCs), and Individual Research Projects.
• Hold a 0.5 FTE honorary consultant role, delivering clinical oncology services and supporting patient care.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• CCT in Medical or Clinical Oncology with specialist training completed.
• Proven track record in clinical trials and research leadership.
• Experience in developing clinical trial portfolios and acquiring research funding.
• Strong mentorship, teaching, and leadership skills.
• Ability to engage across academic, clinical, and NHS organisational boundaries.

Desirable:

• Research expertise in oncology areas complementary to BSMS strengths, including global health, infection, mental health, or translational haemato-oncology.
• Experience with solid tumours (gynaecological, breast, lung, GI, skin) or post-licensing trials.
• Experience in cross-cutting themes: health inequalities, population health/prevention, coastal community health.

About the School

BSMS is an equal partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton and NHS organisations across the South-East. The School focuses on:

• Delivering high-quality medical education in a multi-professional environment.
• Conducting impactful research from early translational science to applied clinical studies.
• Promoting inclusivity, sustainability, and excellence in teaching, clinical practice, and research.
• The School maintains strong interdisciplinary collaborations through the Sussex Cancer Research Centre (SCRC), pioneering cancer research and improving treatment outcome.

Why Work Here

• Scenic campus adjacent to the South Downs National Park, with excellent transport links.
• Access to modern facilities, cycle-to-work scheme, and a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional development, research funding support, and clinical leadership roles.
• Inclusive culture celebrating diversity and equity.

Additional Information

• Application Deadline: 14 December 2025 – 3:59 PM
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Visa Sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Guidance:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The University of Sussex values diversity and encourages applications from under-represented groups in STEMM. Work must be performed in the UK.