Senior Institute Administrator, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

Senior Institute Administrator, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (MED257A)

Job Description

This role is responsible for the operational delivery of education administration relating to the MBChB programme. The postholder will manage a team of professional services staff and ensure the smooth running of the administrative functions relating to this programme including, but not limited to, teaching, assessment, quality processes and student experience. They may also be involved in matters regarding quality assurance, accreditation, curriculum development, and international partnerships. They will provide high-level administrative support to the Anatomy team, working alongside the Anatomy lead to ensure smooth co-ordination of teaching delivery, facilities management, regulatory compliance and liaison with academic and technical staff.

The post holder will work proactively to ensure operational excellence, effective communication, robust planning and continuous improvement across both portfolios.

The successful candidate will either be educated to degree level or have significant and equivalent level of experience. They will possess extensive expertise in higher education administration, ideally within medical or professional programmes. They will knowledge of programme delivery processes, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and experience in staff management. A proven ability to contribute to operational planning is essential and the ability to contribute to strategic planning is desirable.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 scale, £38,784 – £46,049 per annum, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 02 April 2026.

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.

Job Details

• Staff Category: Administrative
• Position Type: Full Time
• Grade: Grade 6
• Salary: £38,784 – £46,049 per annum
• Reference Number: MED257A
• Closing Date: 02 April 2026
• Further Particulars: Further Particulars.pdf