Clinical Assistant Professor (NIHR Clinical Lecturer) (Fixed Term) (MED reference: MED262825

Embark on Your Integrated Clinical Academic Career at the University of Nottingham

This is an exceptional opportunity for medically-qualified doctors aspiring to forge a distinguished career that seamlessly blends advanced clinical practice with cutting-edge academic research. The University of Nottingham, a globally recognized institution, is offering a Clinical Lectureship funded by the NIHR, designed to cultivate the next generation of leading clinical academics.

This lectureship is open to candidates specializing in one of the following competitive fields:

• Clinical Radiology
• General Psychiatry
• Old Age Psychiatry

Key Advantages for Your Career Development:

• Integrated Training: This post offers a unique pathway for integrated academic and clinical training, providing a holistic approach to your professional growth. You will gain invaluable experience in both patient care and scientific inquiry.
• World-Class Research Environment: You will have the distinct privilege of working alongside internationally acclaimed research groups within the University of Nottingham’s School of Medicine. This exposure to leading minds and groundbreaking work is unparalleled.
• State-of-the-Art Techniques: Be at the forefront of medical advancement by being trained in the latest state-of-the-art techniques, directly contributing to improvements in health and well-being.
• Support for Innovative Research: The program is committed to fostering your individual research aspirations. You will be fully supported to develop and lead an innovative and novel research program, with a clear trajectory towards peer-reviewed publications and securing future research funding.
• NIHR Funding: This position is secured through NIHR funding, signifying a commitment to high-quality clinical academic training and research.
• Flexibility in Working Hours: Recognizing the demands of a clinical academic career, the post offers flexibility with options for full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) engagement.

Important Considerations for Potential Candidates:

• Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be GMC registered with a license to practice. Crucially, you must already hold a higher research degree (PhD or MD by research or equivalent) to be considered for this role.
• Application Process: A critical component of the application is the completion of the NIHR’s supplementary questions. These must be downloaded from the provided link and uploaded to the University’s application system. Applications submitted without these supplementary questions will not be considered.
• Contract Duration: The post is offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of up to 4 years if full-time, or up to 6 years part-time (pro-rata). The tenure will end upon the award of your Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or upon the expiry of the fixed term, whichever occurs first.
• Start Date: Successful applicants must commence their role before 31 August 2026.
• Interview Schedule: Please note that interviews are scheduled for 15th December 2025.

This Clinical Lectureship represents a significant stepping stone for ambitious doctors eager to make a lasting impact in their chosen specialty through a rigorous and supportive academic and clinical journey. If you possess the required qualifications and a passion for research, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.