About Us

The Centre for Rheumatic Diseases at King’s College London, housed within the Department of Inflammation Biology, is a recognised EULAR Centre of Excellence. We are committed to pioneering research and innovation in the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of rheumatic and immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.

Our multidisciplinary team comprises over 30 academics, research staff, and PhD students, collaborating on cutting-edge projects that address pressing healthcare challenges. With a strong emphasis on leveraging large healthcare datasets, conducting clinical trials, and employing advanced epidemiological methods, the Centre’s work aims to improve outcomes for individuals living with rheumatic diseases.

As part of King’s College London’s Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, the Centre for Rheumatic Diseases plays a key role in the university’s mission to deliver high-impact, enquiry-driven research and world-class education, aligned with the ambitions of Vision 2029. Located in the heart of London, we provide an inspiring environment that fosters collaboration across disciplines and supports the career development of our team members. Join us in advancing the science and care of rheumatic diseases while making a difference locally and globally.

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional Clinical Senior Lecturer in Rheumatology to join the Centre for Rheumatic Diseases at King’s College London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-leading research and education while combining academic expertise with clinical practice.

The purpose of this role is to advance our research in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, with a focus on the safety and effectiveness of targeted immunotherapies. The appointee will lead innovative research programmes, leveraging real-world data and advanced methodologies to improve the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. The role also involves fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, both nationally and internationally, and contributing to the strategic objectives of the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine.

Reporting to the Director of the Centre for Rheumatic Diseases, the Clinical Senior Lecturer will also hold an honorary NHS consultant contract, enabling integration of clinical and academic responsibilities. This dual role ensures that research is closely informed by clinical practice, driving innovations that directly benefit patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will also play a key role in education, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through research-led teaching and mentoring. Responsibilities include supervising PhD students, leading teaching modules, and supporting the development of early-career researchers within the Centre.

This role is an outstanding opportunity to join a vibrant, multidisciplinary team at one of the world’s leading research institutions. With access to extensive healthcare datasets, state-of-the-art facilities, and a collaborative environment, you will have the platform to make a meaningful impact on the field of rheumatology and beyond.

We are looking for an ambitious and accomplished individual with a strong background in rheumatology, research, and education to join our team. The successful candidate will bring expertise, innovation, and a collaborative approach to this role.

This is a full time contract (40 hours per week), and will be offered a fixed term contract until 28th March 2028.

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria

1. Full GMC registration and completion of specialist training in rheumatology, with eligibility for an honorary NHS consultant contract
2. A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field, with a proven research track record in rheumatology or immune-mediated inflammatory diseases
3. Demonstrable expertise in rheumatology or a related field, with a history of high-quality, peer-reviewed publications and successful research funding applications
4. Significant clinical experience in rheumatology, meeting the standards for NHS consultant-level practice, with a commitment to integrating clinical care with academic research
5. Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience teaching small and large groups.  Evidence of engagement with teaching delivery
6. Proven ability to lead research projects, mentor early-career researchers, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration within academic and clinical settings. Experience with PhD supervision
7. Experience with advanced data analysis techniques, particularly in the use of real-world data for studying immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, demonstrating alignment with Faculty priorities in data science and advanced therapies

Desirable Criteria

1. Familiarity with innovative research methodologies, such as target trial emulation, for studying the safety and efficacy of therapies using real-world data
2. Evidence of working with international research groups or consortia, contributing to global perspectives on immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and advancing multi-centre studies
3. A track record of leading or contributing to clinical quality improvement initiatives within the NHS, with measurable impacts on patient care
4. Experience in integrating public and patient involvement (PPI) into research or clinical practice, enhancing the relevance and impact of research outcomes

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held around the end of March.

We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances.

Grade and Salary: £105,504 per annum, plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance, pro rata
Job ID: 109213
Close Date: 109213
Contact Person: James Galloway
Contact Details: James.galloway@kcl.ac.uk