Clinical Associate Professor(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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March 24, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About the Opportunity

Brighton and Sussex Medical School is inviting applications for a senior academic clinician to join as either an Associate Professor or Professor of Oncology, depending on experience. This is a rare opportunity to combine high-impact academic research with clinical leadership, while shaping the future of cancer trials across Sussex.

The successful candidate will also hold an Honorary Consultant position with University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, contributing directly to patient care within oncology services.

A key element of this role is leading the Brighton and Sussex Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) and strengthening collaboration with the Sussex Cancer Research Centre and wider regional partners.

What You’ll Be Doing

 Research & Innovation

You will:

Lead an independent, externally funded oncology research programme
Drive the development and expansion of clinical trials, especially in both solid tumours and haematological malignancies
Secure competitive research funding and grow Sussex’s oncology research portfolio
Build collaborations across universities, NHS partners, and international networks

 Clinical Leadership

In your NHS consultant role, you will:

  • Contribute to oncology service delivery within the Trust
    Provide strategic leadership for the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU)
    Support increased patient recruitment into clinical trials
    Help shape future cancer services and research integration

 Teaching & Academic Leadership

You will:

  • Deliver research-led teaching across undergraduate (BMBS) and postgraduate programmes
    Mentor junior academics, clinicians, and research staff
    Lead curriculum innovation in oncology education
    Support student research projects, placements, and career development

For applicants at Professor level, additional expectations include:

  • National and international academic leadership
    Sustained excellence in research, education, and institutional leadership
    Contribution to strategic decision-making at School level

Research Environment

BSMS offers a strong and collaborative research culture, with particular strengths in:

  • Translational haemato-oncology
    Global health and infection
    Mental health and population health

This role is designed to expand oncology research into new domains, including:

  • Breast, lung, gastrointestinal, skin, and gynaecological cancers
    Post-licensing and optimisation trials
    Health inequalities and coastal community health

Laboratory space and infrastructure support are available where required.

About You

You should:

  • Hold a CCT in Clinical Oncology or Medical Oncology
    Be eligible for (or already hold) consultant registration in the UK
    Have a strong track record in clinical trials and research funding
    Demonstrate leadership in academic medicine and multidisciplinary collaboration
    Be passionate about teaching, mentoring, and developing future clinicians

Why Join This Role?

  • Work in a leading UK medical school with strong NHS integration
    Shape a growing regional cancer research ecosystem
    Access excellent research infrastructure and collaborative networks
    Enjoy a coastal location near the South Downs National Park
    Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and research-driven academic community
    Useful UK Government & Official Resources

Here are key external resources relevant to international applicants and academic clinicians:

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