Overview
This NIHR Clinical Lecturer post in Diabetes and Endocrinology 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 pathway.
Further details of the NIHR IAT pathway can be found at:
https://www.nihr.ac.uk/explore-nihr/academy-programmes/integrated-academic-training.htm
The post is ideally suited to individuals wishing to build an academic career in Diabetes and Endocrinology, particularly those who have already undertaken a period of substantive research and now wish to continue developing their research portfolio whilst pursuing higher specialist clinical training. It offers the opportunity to combine clinical training in Diabetes and Endocrinology with a programme of post-doctoral research, providing 50% clinical and 50% academic time.
The postholder will be based within the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, working within a strong academic and clinical environment in Diabetes and Endocrinology. The post will provide opportunities to develop an independent programme of research aligned to the candidate’s interests and the strengths of the Sheffield academic and clinical diabetes and endocrinology community. Relevant areas may include, but are not limited to, diabetes, obesity, metabolism, endocrinology, translational medicine and patient-centred approaches to long-term condition management.
The Postgraduate Dean has confirmed that the post has the required educational and staffing approval and will come with an Academic National Training Number [NTN(A)] as part of the South Yorkshire training programme in Diabetes and Endocrinology. The postholder will undertake clinical training leading towards CCT in Diabetes and Endocrinology, with General Internal Medicine where applicable according to the trainee’s training pathway and curriculum requirements.
Objectives of the Integrated Academic Training Programme
1. To obtain a CCT in Diabetes and Endocrinology
2. To undertake a programme of research
3. 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
Applicants should have evidence of academic achievement and will hold an MD, PhD or equivalent higher research degree. They should have MRCP or equivalent, be eligible for registration with the GMC, and hold or be eligible to hold a National Training Number in Diabetes and Endocrinology. Applicants who already hold a National Training Number must have at least one year of training remaining before their expected CCT date at the time of appointment.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a clear commitment to developing as an academic clinician, with evidence of research outputs, potential for independent funding, and a developing vision for a future clinical academic career in Diabetes and Endocrinology.
Please be sure to attach your CV and the completed NIHR Supplementary Questions to the online application. Additional information about the role and the Supplementary Questions form can be downloaded at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vqcMlvKBeP5MPlBT7MsJRjFQgrJ_LAM4?usp=sharing
Main duties and responsibilities
You will make a full and active contribution to the principles of the ‘Sheffield Academic’. These include the achievement of excellence in applied teaching and research, and scholarly pursuits to make a genuine difference in the subject area and to the University’s achievements as a whole.
Research and Teaching
All members of the academic department are expected to be research active. Diabetes and Endocrinology is a major research theme of the Division of Clinical Medicine.
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the School, including teaching relevant to Diabetes, Endocrinology, metabolism and clinical medicine.
- Participate in the assessment of students and undertake personal mentoring responsibilities for a small group of students on the MBChB programme.
- Develop a defined programme of post-doctoral research with the aim of establishing national and international recognition in their chosen field.
- Seek and secure peer-reviewed competitive funding to support research projects and career development.
- Publish research findings in high-quality peer-reviewed scientific and specialty journals and maintain an up-to-date critical understanding of the relevant literature.
- Develop the foundations for an independent research programme, including progressing towards future fellowship funding and, where appropriate, establishing a research team.
- Gain experience and expertise in delivering academic seminars, lectures and presentations to local, national and international audiences.
- Develop effective time-management skills and maintain an appropriate balance between clinical training, research and teaching duties throughout the appointment and beyond.
- Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post
Clinical
- Undertake clinical duties within the Diabetes and Endocrinology service at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, appropriate to their level of training.
- Work in line with GMC, NHS England and specialty training requirements.
- Contribute to outpatient diabetes and endocrinology clinics.
- Contribute to inpatient diabetes and endocrine care, including ward referrals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team working and relevant specialty meetings.
- Participate in the appropriate on-call General Internal Medicine rota where required.
- Maintain progression towards CCT through supervised clinical training, workplace-based assessments and engagement with the ARCP process.
- Provide high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Demonstrate safe clinical decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, dietitians, podiatrists, pharmacists, trainees and allied health professionals.
- Balance clinical duties with protected academic time, usually on a 50/50 academic and academic basis.
- Maintain clinical competence in Diabetes and Endocrinology while developing an independent academic career.
Administration
You will be required to undertake administrative work in support of the needs of the School of Medicine and Population Health and The University of Sheffield. Administrative duties will be determined with the educational supervisor but should not detract from your research needs.
Support
This post will be supported by excellent facilities for research and academic office accommodation and access to administrative support.
Outline of Typical Week / Job Plan
The post is split 50/50 academic/clinical. The split of clinical and research activities will be organised according to the candidate’s needs in conjunction with the clinical and academic teams.
Library Facilities
The University Clinical Library is housed on ‘C’ Floor of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. The Medical Library is in the main University Library which is within half a mile of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital and offers excellent lending reference and national lending facilities. As part of the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health’s Medical School redevelopment, the Health Sciences Library (HSL) at RHH was reconfigured and refurbished during 2012.
Person Specification
Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.
MD, PhD or equivalent higher research degree
Holds MRCP full diploma or equivalent, and holds or is eligible to hold a Diabetes and Endocrinology NTN, with the potential to progress in the specialty
Holds, or has been benchmarked for, an NTN
GMC full registration at the time of appointment and current licence to practise
Completed core medical training sufficient for entry into specialty training grades (as outlined in Appendix 1).
Experience of teaching undergraduate MBChB students and/or supervising research
Evidence of innovation in teaching and understanding of current directions in undergraduate medical education
Period of substantive research experience
Demonstrates commitment to further research
Strong track record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, and a track record of, or clear plan for, securing external research funding
Organisational and time-management skills
Ability to communicate accurately and concisely, verbally and in writing
Ability to work productively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Further Information
Clinical Academic Trainees
£54,499 to £76,582 per annum
Fixed term for a maximum of 4 years or until CCT is reached, whichever is sooner
https://sheffield.ac.uk/health/study/clinical-training
For informal enquiries about this job contact Dr Ahmed Iqbal, Academic Training Lead Diabetes and Endocrinology: on
[email protected]Next steps in the recruitment process
It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in September 2026. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact
[email protected]Our vision and strategic plan
We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision ().
What we offer
- A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
- Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
- Generous pension scheme.
- A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
- A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
- Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
- A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways
- A range of generous family-friendly policies
- paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
- support for those going through the menopause
- paid time off and support for fertility treatment
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.
Criminal record
Due to the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempted from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants are therefore not entitled to withhold information about convictions, which for other purposes are “spent” under the provisions of the Act, and in the event of employment, any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the University. Any information given will be strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to an application for positions to which the Order applies. An enhanced with barred lists DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role (opens in a new window).
Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page:- sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates (opens in a new window).
