NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer in Clinical Genetics - Multiple Long-Term Conditions Theme

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The University of Sheffield, in collaboration with NHS England North East and Yorkshire and Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, is pleased to announce an Academic Clinical Lecturer post in Clinical Genetics (CG) has been awarded to the School of Medicine and Population Health at The University of Sheffield as part of the prestigious UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC)/ Modernising Medical Careers (MMC) integrated academic training (IAT) pathway.

The post forms an integral part of the CG clinical academic training programme led by the Training Programme Director Professor Meena Balasubramanian.

We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals with the potential to excel in both their clinical and academic training and who have the ambition to be part of the next generation of academic clinicians in genomic medicine.

Further details of the NIHR IAT pathway can be found at:

For further information about the Academic Clinical Lectureship programme, please visit

Information about the structure and management of the School is available on our website The School of Medicine and Population Health.

The post represents an exciting opportunity and is designed for individuals seeking to integrate advanced clinical training in Clinical Genetics with a significant postdoctoral research component. The post offers a dedicated 50% for clinical duties and 50% for academic research, facilitated through a rotational system, with dedicated periods devoted to research. The Postgraduate Medical Dean has confirmed that ensures focused periods for each.

The post has the required educational and staffing approval and will come with an Academic National Training Number [NTN(A)] in CG.

The post is ideally suited to individuals wishing to build an academic career in genomic medicine, particularly those who have already undertaken research and who now wish to continue to develop their research career whilst pursuing further clinical training.

• To obtain a CCT in Clinical Genetics
• To undertake a programme of research
• To identify an area of academic and clinical interest upon which to base an application for an externally funded fellowship or a Clinician Scientist Award

The Postgraduate Medical Dean has confirmed that this post has been approved for specialty training. The post has the requisite educational and staffing approval for specialty training leading to a CCT and Specialty Registration with the General Medical Council (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Advice will be sought from the SAC as necessary.

• Develop a nationally/internationally recognised research niche aligned with the School's Research Strategy.
• Secure competitive, peer-reviewed funding to fuel your research projects.
• Achieve high-impact academic contributions through publications in leading scientific and specialty journals.
• Strategically obtain funding for senior research fellowships (e.g. Intermediate/Advanced).
• Gain expertise in presenting research through academic seminars and lectures.
• Master time-management skills to effectively balance clinical, research, and teaching responsibilities.
• Contribute to the education of future healthcare professionals through undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Mentor and assess students, shaping the next generation of clinicians and researchers.
• Lead and contribute to research that will advance Clinical Genetics/Genomic Medicine. You will be expected to in CG from within this post. You must present a compelling and feasible research programme with clear aims, a practical delivery strategy, and a robust funding plan for both the lectureship tenure and beyond.
• You will work flexibly, alternating between clinical training modules and dedicated research/teaching time, with a job plan agreed upon collaboratively with senior academic and clinical staff. Active participation in clinical governance and audit programmes will be supported with training. You will also maintain a logbook of cases for appraisal, as per the Specialty Advisory Committee guidelines in Additional Clinical Genetics Specialties.
• Embracing the ideals of the Sheffield Academic', you will contribute fully as a teacher, researcher, and leader.

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