Professorship of Dermatology (Honorary Consultant)

Job title:

Professorship of Dermatology (Honorary Consultant)

Company

University of Cambridge

Job description

We are excited to recruit into the Professorship of Dermatology (Honorary Consultant). You will have the opportunity to develop an internationally-leading academic research programme in Cambridge, which will form part of a major strategic focus on immune-mediated diseases, immunology and infection.The Professorship will be held in the Department of Medicine, which delivers high quality research, teaching and patient care. It currently holds competitive research grants of over £160M, and has strategic partnerships with the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the Babraham Institute, GSK and AstraZeneca. This thriving biotechnology network forms part of the Cambridge Cluster.The Professor in Dermatology will be a member of the Cambridge Institute of Therapeutic Immunology and Infectious Disease (CITIID), which is part of the Department of Medicine. This will include lab space and funding to support research in infectious diseases.Candidates should demonstrate alignment to the scientific research objectives of CITIID, including research expertise in human immunology and/or human infection to support establishing a new tissue immunity programme, and increasing links with both academia and industry in experimental medicine. In addition, the role holder will work with the NHS to inform clinical dermatology service development and delivery.You must be clinically qualified and will be an international leader in the area of Dermatology and Immunology, or a relevant scientific discipline, with a focus on fundamental biology, translational research or both. With the opportunities our Professorship provides, you will be in the unique position of being able to pursue novel research directions cutting across traditional disciplinary barriers, as well as leading strategies that have profound impact on the lives of patients with dermatological diseases.We are seeking candidates who have:An outstanding research record of international stature in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and human immune systems medicine, with a preference for synergy with existing research interests in the Department of Medicine.The vision, leadership experience and enthusiasm to develop and maintain a leading research presence, and an established record of attracting research grant support to further this.The experience and qualifications to contribute to the clinical service in Dermatology at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.The ability to manage and interact effectively with colleagues and students at all levels.An enthusiastic commitment to the recruitment, training and mentoring of the next generation of researchers, including undergraduates, research students and postdoctoral researchers.A PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.Enquiries or applications can be made, in confidence, to Professor Menna Clatworthy, Director of CITIID, at .Closing Date: Wednesday 07 August 2024.Click the ‘Apply’ button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.Please include details of your referees, including e-mail address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.This is an integrated appointment between the University and the relevant NHS Trust/Body (“NHS Trust”). You will therefore also be issued with an Honorary Clinical Contract by the NHS Trust. You should be aware that if your contract with the NHS Trust is terminated your employment with the University will be terminated, and vice versa.Please quote reference RC42600 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Further information

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Location

Cambridge

Job date

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 04:26:21 GMT

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