TRACC Clinical Lectureships 2027 intake in Edinburgh

The TRACC+ Clinical Lectureships are fixed-term, full-time positions (40 hours per week) available from 4 August 2027 until the CCT date + 6 months. Up to 4 posts are available for highly ambitious individuals aspiring to become clinical academic leaders in cancer-focused disciplines.

The TRACC+ Programme is funded by Cancer Research UK and NHS Education for Scotland and commenced in 2019. Vacancies are open to medically qualified trainees already in clinical training with a National Training Number (NTN) in any clinical discipline with an academic interest in cancer, based anywhere in the UK. All candidates must demonstrate a clear commitment to a future career as a clinical academic in cancer research and should have a track record appropriate to their career stage in basic and/or translational and/or clinical research.

The TRACC+ Programme provides funding for a full-time, 3-year Clinical Research Training Fellowship leading to a PhD in one of the University of Edinburgh’s or University of Glasgow’s internationally competitive, multidisciplinary research centres. Additionally, funding is provided as a TRACC+ Clinical Lecturer for a preparatory ‘run-in’ period of up to 12 months before beginning the 3-year PhD project, combining clinical training (80%) with protected research time (20%).

The TRACC+ Clinical Research Training Fellowship (CRTF) involves a period of Out of Programme for Research (OOPR) for 3 years (or longer if working less than full time), during which the PhD project is completed. Up to 10% of time during the CRTF can be used for clinical training as appropriate for the candidate’s clinical speciality, agreed with the TRACC leadership team and their NHS Training Programme Director. Following completion of the PhD, successful candidates continue as a TRACC+ Clinical Lecturer and complete clinical training in their chosen speciality, with ongoing support and mentorship through the TRACC+ programme, including 20% protected research time.

Candidates for TRACC+ Clinical Lecturer posts must already hold a UK National Training Number (NTN). For academic GPs, the post is available for those who have been working for up to 3 years post-CCT at the time of taking up the post (or longer if applicants have been working less than full time, but only equivalent to 36 months 1.0 FTE). For successful candidates based outside the Scotland Deanery, we will work with them, their current host Deanery/Local Education Training Board, and the destination Scotland Deanery to seek an Inter Deanery Transfer. Candidates must have full GMC registration. We aim to be an inclusive programme and welcome applications from eligible candidates irrespective of gender or ethnic group.

The TRACC+ programme is jointly run by the University of Edinburgh and the University of Glasgow. Candidates should apply through the University of Edinburgh system, but this application route will not influence the University or Research Centre where the research will be undertaken. This role requires Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Registration.

Applications must be accompanied by:

• a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae,
• a cover letter describing how you meet the job specification (essential and desirable criteria),
• a 300-word maximum personal statement specifying your motivation for applying to the TRACC programme and your interests in cancer research.

Please combine these three documents into ONE single document, and upload it under “Resume” in the online application system. For fairness, documents other than the CV and supporting statement will not be considered.

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, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.

The 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 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. 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 note:

• The closing date for applications is 30th September 2026.
• Interviews will be held virtually via MS Teams on 3rd November 2026 (Tuesday).