At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Year 1 of the MBBS programme and enhance medical education.
- Company: Brunel University London, a forward-thinking institution in Uxbridge.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, training opportunities, and a great pension scheme.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and hybrid working.
- Why this job: Shape the future of medical education and make a real impact on students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational leadership and a medically related scientific background.
Position Title: Lecturer
Department/College: College of Health Medicine and Life Sciences
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade 8 from £45,990 - £59,043 per annum inclusive of London Weighting, with potential to progress to £66,114 through sustained exceptional contribution.
Hours: Full time: 35 Hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Brunel Medical School first opened its doors to students in September 2022. The MBBS programme has a number of distinctive features, including early patient clinical contact in years 1 & 2, Team-Based Learning (TBL) and programmatic assessment. A range of digital technologies are being used to enhance learning, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are embedded across all aspects of the student experience.
We are recruiting a Lecturer (Education) on a permanent basis. The Lecturer will be expected to fulfil the role of Year 1 Lead for the MBBS programme, for a 4-year duration, with a potential to extend. In addition, the postholder will be required to lead on written assessment for Phase 1 (Years 1 and 2) of the MBBS programme.
The postholder will be an academic from a medically related scientific background, with experience of educational leadership in a University affiliated role. The postholder will be a key member of the medical education team led by the Dean. Working alongside others, they will have responsibility for the design, delivery, quality management and enhancement of Year 1 undergraduate medical education. This will include managing all year 1 modules, and liaising with module leads.
The Year 1 Lead will collaborate with the Phase 1 Lead and Year 2 Lead in the process of curriculum review and refresh. The post holder will contribute to other areas of medical education, such as Team Based Learning (TBL), the personal tutor system, Multiple Mini Interviewing and OSCEs. They will also participate in the ongoing General Medical Council (GMC) accreditation process. Duties may vary, and leadership roles may rotate depending on requirements of the programme.
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.
All applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment. Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under-represented in our workforce.
