Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Norwich Medical School
Director of Norwich Clinical Trials Unit
Ref: ATR1712
A competitive salary is available for an outstanding candidate.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, for an outstanding individual to take a leading role in our vibrant research community. We are seeking a new Director of the Norwich Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU) to lead the continued growth and development of the Unit, its staff, and its successful trials portfolio. This permanent position offers the chance to make a significant impact on clinical research both locally and nationally.
The Norwich Clinical Trials Unit has a strong track record in delivering high-quality clinical trials, particularly those involving complex interventions across primary, secondary, and social care settings. The trial portfolio is led by Principal Investigators from a wide range of clinical specialties, both within Norwich and nationally. NCTU provides comprehensive infrastructure to support the planning, design, conduct, and analysis of randomised clinical trials and other robustly designed studies.
You will lead the development and expansion of our trial’s portfolio, increasing research output by supporting existing clinical Principal Investigators and research-active colleagues. You will also be key in building new collaborations with staff at the newly constituted Norfolk and Waveney Hospitals Group, our partners in primary and community care services, and—equally importantly—with our Norwich Research Park (NRP) partners, including the Quadram Institute, Earlham Institute, John Innes Centre, and Sainsbury Laboratory.
The Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) is based within Norwich Medical School. Reporting directly to Professor Kristian Bowles, Dean of the Medical School, and may also report to Professor Philip Baker, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.
This post is funded by UEA at 0.5 FTE, with the potential for an increase in time commitment through a joint appointment that includes externally funded clinical responsibilities. The position is available immediately and offered on an indefinite basis. Applicants are expected to have substantial and current experience in clinical trials (both delivery and management), clinical medicine, and a strong track record in research.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment will be subject to a criminal record check at Enhanced level from the Disclosure and Barring Service, including a check of the Child and Adult Barred Lists. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or vulnerable adults.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 10 August 2025
The University is committed to diversifying its workforce. We hold an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality and our Race Equality Steering Group supports our strategic work on race equality. Our Joint Equality (EDI) Networks group gives a collective voice to our staff networks, linking in with our EDI Strategic Taskforce and EDI Committee. We have also joined the Student Minds University Mental Health Charter to support a whole-university approach to promoting the mental health and wellbeing of all members of our community.