Job Description
College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine / Medical School / Medical Education
Grade UE08 £49,250 - £60,321 per annum
Full-time: 35 Hours Per Week
Open-ended (permanent) contract
The Opportunity
This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working, with the successful candidate being expected to work at least 50% of their hours from the office.
The post holder will provide comprehensive academic input to the online MSc in Clinical Education, with an emphasis on course leadership and development, supervising dissertations, leading tutorials, marking assignments and dissertations, and supporting postgraduate students, with some elements of management and administration of teaching.
The post will also involve contributing to the development and delivery of related local and online training in clinical education and the ongoing programme of pedagogical research.
The post holder will be an enthusiastic, proactive and dynamic individual with a postgraduate degree and teaching experience in a relevant health-related subject, the experience of co-ordinating a teaching programme and experience in online learning and teaching. The post requires an ability to embrace new technologies and a willingness to develop and grow in a rapidly evolving environment, including acquiring new skills quickly and working productively, both independently and as part of a team.
Your Skills And Attributes For Success
- A deep commitment to fostering a student-centred learning environment, prioritising the needs and development of postgraduate learners
- A strong drive to push boundaries and contribute to advancements in clinical education research
- Confidence in navigating and adapting to a rapidly evolving and changing environment within the academic and student landscape.
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To apply, submit your CV and covering letter/personal statement outlining why you think you are the right fit for the role.
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, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
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 we 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. Further information is available on our
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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. Please note if the role is offered on a part-time basis, it may result in sponsorship being dependant on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant or the role no longer meeting the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 5 February 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews are anticipated to take place the week commencing February 17th 2025.
During The Interview, Candidates Will Be Expected To Deliver a Short (up To 10 Minutes) Presentation With Their Ideas For Running The Online Postgraduate Course Aligned With The Learning Outcomes Listed Below
- Critically evaluate the potential implications of digital technology on workplace culture and education in clinical settings.
- Propose ideas for effective solutions to complex technological challenges in healthcare education.
- Use digital media to enhance their professional profile as a clinical educator.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Edinburgh Medical School: Medical Education is based in the Chancellor’s Building at Little France and sits within the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine [CMVM] . It was created in 2017 following the integration of the organisation and academic development of the MBChB curriculum, following the launch of the six year MBChB programme. Medical Education works in partnership with academic and NHS staff, educational technologists, and administrative colleagues to ensure our undergraduate medical programme meets the standards laid down by the General Medical Council and the Quality Assurance Agency, and goes beyond these requirements to deliver a world-class education. Core activities include curriculum development, faculty development and educational research as well as meeting the highest standards for delivery of the curriculum and improvement to the student experience. In addition the postgraduate Masters in clinical education and international consultancy and projects contribute to excellence in clinical education locally and beyond.
