Fixed Term Consultant in Neuroradiology
Closing date: 27 May 2026.
We are looking for a Fixed Term interventional neuroradiologist to join our team of 4 interventional and 6 diagnostic neuroradiologists. The role supports a population of 1.8 million with a focus on interventional work and a strong integrated diagnostic component.
The Trust has launched a 7‑day‑a‑week service and plans to expand to 24/7 within a year.
Location: Brand‑new hospital in Brighton, between the South Downs and the sea.
Main duties of the job
* Collaborate with a team of five consultant diagnostic neuroradiologists and four consultant interventional neuroradiologists.
* Serve a population of 1.6 million with tertiary level neuroradiology services.
* Contribute to comprehensive diagnostic neuroradiology services.
* Report, prioritise imaging requests, attend clinical‑radiological meetings, and provide on‑call services.
* Maintain a 1:6 ratio of general diagnostic neuroradiology service.
* Engage in audit, teaching, research, MDT meetings.
* Welcome and integrate additional subspecialty interests.
* Join various MDTs and clinical meetings.
* Share on‑call commitment equally with existing consultants.
Qualifications and requirements
* Completion of FRCR or equivalent at time of application and subspecialty training in neuroradiology.
* Full GMC registration (or equivalent) and eligibility for a licence to practice.
* Dedicated interventional neuroradiology training.
* Patient‑centred approach, excellent clinical skills, passion for teaching and research.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience / Qualifications (Person Specification)
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
* CCT in radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC).
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of AAC.
* Higher degree, distinctions, scholarships, prizes, or other degrees such as BSc, MSc, MSc.
Clinical Skills & Experience
* Neuroradiology subspecialty training in cross‑sectional reporting.
* Experience reporting complex neuroimaging.
* Understanding of clinical risk management.
* Ability to communicate well with patients and staff.
* Experience in head & neck cross‑sectional reporting.
* Experience in advanced neuroimaging techniques and/or working in close collaboration with a tertiary neurosciences unit.
Knowledge
* Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.
Organisation & Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
* Understanding of NHS, clinical governance, and resource constraints.
* Evidence of managerial skills: achievements, courses attended.
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching.
* Recognised teaching qualification, e.g. PGcert Med Ed.
Academic & Research
* Evidence of participation in audit.
* Research experience.
* Publications.
* Prizes and honours.
Career progression & Personal attributes
* Appropriate progression of career to date.
* Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written.
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279).
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