Regius Chair of Medical Science

Job title:

Regius Chair of Medical Science

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:REGIUS CHAIR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGHGrade ACN4: £96,963 to £128,841 per yearCollege of Medicine and Veterinary MedicineFull time: 40 hours per weekOpen ended: PermanentApplications are invited for the University’s prestigious Regius Chair of Medical Science, which is vacant following the retirement of Sir John Savill.The Opportunity:We are seeking to appoint an outstanding medical scientist to the post. The major remit of the role is to provide outward-facing integrated strategic leadership in medical research and innovation, supporting the University’s 2030 strategic plan and the vision for developing the University’s BioQuarter as the UK’s leading Health Innovation District. This role complements CMVMs expert Deans to bring together a transformative vision across disciplines that will help college grow and shape our research capability to achieve maximal impact and societal benefit.The postholder will report to the Head of College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and support the College Dean of Research. The Regius Chair will be a member of the College Senior Leadership Team and member of the College Research Committee.We anticipate NHS Lothian will offer an honorary consultant contract for applicants who remain clinically active.We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender or ethnic group. As women and members of ethnic minorities are currently under-represented in posts at this level we particularly encourage applications from members of these groups.Informal Enquiries can be made, in confidence to Professor David Argyle, Head of College and Vice Principal for Medicine and Veterinary Medicine (David.argyle@ed.ac.uk).We encourage all applicants to apply online at www.jobs.ed.ac.uk. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. The online system allows you to submit a CV.

• a full academic CV, including your contributions to supporting the wider research system; and
• a covering letter (of no more than two A4 pages) outlining your interest in, and vision for, the role.

Your skills and attributes for success: * Clinically Qualified in Medicine but with a good understanding of the pathways from basic science to translational clinical delivery.

• Internationally respected personal research record in the area of medical science and translation. Ideally with impactful research spanning from bench to clinic.
• Exceptional strategic medical research leadership experience and impact at national level.
• Record of engaging successfully with major UK research funders, with government(s), policy makers and industry

The full job description can be viewed (opens new browser window)As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 15th November 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Shortlisted candidates will be invited to make informal visits to the University in order to explore the role further. The process will conclude with formal panel interviews on 10th December 2024, which will be held in Edinburgh. The final appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references.The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC0053About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine traces its origins back nearly 500 years (Darwin, Simpson and Conan-Doyle were students here) and is internationally renowned for its research and teaching. Professor David Argyle is the Head of College, the only conjoint Medical and Veterinary Medical School in the UK. The College employs over 3000 academic and support staff. The College has two Schools, the Edinburgh Medical School comprising three Deaneries; Biomedical Sciences; Molecular Genetic and Population Health Sciences and Clinical Sciences and the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies.The undergraduate medicine teaching programme in the College enjoys a high reputation nationally and internationally, with over 1,300 students enrolled on the MBChB and Intercalated courses and nearly 1000 on the Veterinary Sciences BVS and related programmes. In addition, approximately 2000 students are currently enrolled in the College’s taught and research post-graduate courses, including an extensive range of online distance learning diplomas and degrees. They are trained by over 1000 outstanding academic staff.The academic disciplines within Medicine are largely concentrated in the two teaching hospital campuses, the Royal Infirmary at BioQuarter and the Western General Hospital. Both have extensive new infrastructure with major research institutes and state of the art research facilities on clinical sites. Edinburgh hosts a number of prestigious MRC and BHF Research Centres. The approach is interdisciplinary, with basic and clinical researchers working together at the laboratory bench and in our clinical research facilities to address major themes in basic, clinical and translational medicine. The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies on the Easter Bush Campus houses outstanding teaching and clinical facilities as well as the splendid Roslin Institute, one of the world’s leading veterinary research centres. The College offers outstanding opportunities to address ‘One Health’ and Global Health problems of the highest international priority.The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results reaffirmed Edinburgh’s position as one of the UK’s leading research universities. Our College achieved outstanding results across four units of assessment (UoAs). Work was submitted from every eligible academic in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine: a total of 782 full time equivalent posts. This includes joint submissions from within the University of Edinburgh. Overall, results were excellent. The University of Edinburgh is fourth in the UK based on the quality and breadth of its research – known as research power – and is Scotland’s top ranked institution, according to Times Higher Education’s REF power ratings.

Expected salary

£96963 – 128841 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 06:46:17 GMT

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