Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics(UK Sponsorship)

Job Description

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS)
is seeking to appoint an ambitious and research-active Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics to join its growing academic and clinical community. This position is offered alongside an Honorary Consultant Physician appointment with University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical academic to contribute to innovative medical education, impactful research, and high-quality patient care across Sussex.

About the Position

BSMS is looking for a motivated Clinical Pharmacologist who is passionate about teaching, curriculum innovation, and advancing research within Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (CPT).

The successful candidate will combine academic responsibilities with clinical practice, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education while supporting the ongoing expansion and development of BSMS programmes.

Clinical duties will primarily take place at:

Princess Royal Hospital
Royal Sussex County Hospital

There may also be opportunities for cross-site working within the wider NHS Trust network.

Key Responsibilities

The appointed Associate Professor will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate medical programmes
  Support curriculum design, assessment development, and educational innovation
  Contribute to higher specialist training within Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  Participate in simulation-based and digital learning initiatives
  Engage in inter-professional education and collaborative teaching approaches
  Lead or contribute to research activity aligned with BSMS strategic priorities
  Support the continued enhancement of student learning experiences and academic standards

This role offers the flexibility to align academic and research interests with the candidate’s expertise and long-term career goals.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should be:

• Dually accredited in Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics and General Internal Medicine
  Experienced in medical education across multiple training levels
  Actively involved in research with a developing or established academic profile
  Skilled in communication, collaboration, and educational leadership
  Interested in advancing innovative approaches to healthcare education and training

Experience in curriculum development, simulation teaching, digital learning platforms, or assessment methodologies would be particularly beneficial.

About Brighton and Sussex Medical School

• Brighton and Sussex Medical School
  is a partnership between the University of Sussex, the University of Brighton, and NHS organisations across South-East England.

The School is widely recognised for excellence in:

• Medical education
  Clinical and translational research
  Multi-professional healthcare training
  Inclusive and supportive learning environments
  Sustainable healthcare innovation

BSMS holds a prestigious Gold Athena Swan Award, reflecting its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion within academic medicine.

Its research programmes aim to:

• Improve patient outcomes and treatments
  Address major biomedical and clinical challenges
  Advance personalised and evidence-based healthcare

Why Join Sussex and BSMS?

Located near the South Downs National Park, the campus provides a collaborative and inspiring working environment with excellent transport connections.

Staff benefits include:

• Flexible working opportunities
  Professional development support
  Generous pension and annual leave schemes
  Cycle-to-work initiatives
  Access to wellbeing and staff support services

Further information can be found here:

• University of Sussex Staff Benefits
  Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Sussex
  Visa Sponsorship and Eligibility

This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant immigration requirements.

Useful resources include:

• UK Skilled Worker Visa Guidance
  Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) Information
  General Medical Council (GMC) UK Registration Guidance

Please note that all university-related work must be undertaken within the UK.

Additional Information

Informal discussions regarding the role are welcomed with:

• Professor Mike Okorie – Professor of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics and Head of Department of Medical Education
  Dr Jenny Messenger – Clinical Director, Specialty Medicine, UHSussex

Interview Date: Week commencing 25 May 2026 (in person)

The University actively encourages applications from women and individuals from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, who remain underrepresented in STEMM academic roles.