Job summary
This role offers an opportunity to work within an established vascular department while focusing primarily on research activity. The post provides a structured environment to develop academic skills, contribute to ongoing studies, and work towards a higher research degree in collaboration with a university partner. You will be part of a supportive team with access to a wide clinical network, with a limited on-call commitment to maintain clinical experience. This position would suit a self-motivated doctor with an interest in research who is looking to build academic experience alongside clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
Undertake and support vascular research projects, including developing study protocols, contributing to ethics applications, and producing academic outputs such as presentations and publications. You will participate in audit, quality improvement, and research meetings while maintaining accurate documentation. The role includes a limited clinical commitment through participation in the vascular on-call rota, requiring sound clinical judgement and effective prioritisation. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing demands. Engagement in ongoing professional development and maintaining a research portfolio are key aspects of the role.
Details
- Date posted: 29 October 2026
- Closing date: 11 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Band: Doctor - other
- Salary: £67,325 to £67,998 a year per annum
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 279-MWRSCH-CFVASC-REG -109
- Job locations: Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Street, Brighton, BN2 5BE, United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Research responsibilities
Lead vascular research projects and support ongoing trials.
Develop study protocols, ethics applications, and research outputs.
Participate in audit, QI, and academic meetings.
Produce abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations.
Clinical responsibilities
Participate in the 1:10 vascular on-call rota, including 1:10 ward week cover.
No routine clinics or theatre sessions.
Communication
Maintain accurate documentation and communication within research and clinical teams.
Professional development
Engage in mandatory training and maintain a research portfolio.
Person Specification
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Confident in managing all general Vascular patients
- Experience in managing all acute Vascular clinical scenarios
- Able to independently review vascular patients in an outpatient clinic environment
- Good knowledge of vascular diseases and treatment
Desirable
- Basic experience in open and endovascular surgery (under supervision)
- Experience of temporary pacing and pericardial drain procedures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Employer details
- Employer name: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
- Address: Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Street, Brighton, BN2 5BE, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/