Clinical Teaching Fellow

Aston University; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Excellent training

30 days annual leave

Bank holidays + closure days

Staff discounts

On-site gym

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Aston University’s Aston Medical School in Birmingham invites applications for a 6 FTE Clinical Teaching Fellow to contribute to the delivery and management of an undergraduate MBChB curriculum. The post focuses on small group tutorials and basic clinical skills for Years 1–2, with potential involvement in Years 3–5; opportunities to develop lecturing skills and lead educational projects.

Applicants should have completed FY2 and/or core training and are not proceeding to specialty training this

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting undergraduate medical education.
• Interest in cross‑discipline collaboration with University and NHS.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate small group tutorials and teach basic clinical skills to MBChB Years 1–2.
• Support MBChB days and assist in Years 3–5 activities as needed.
• Contribute to programme development, electives, admissions and assessments.
• Act as Personal Tutor and develop teaching resources and lectures.
• Engage in design, management and faculty development of the MBChB programme.

Job description

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 07 September 2026

InterviewDate: To be confirmed

Reference: 0309-26A

ReleaseDate: Monday 24 August 2026

Aston Medical School is focused on promoting social mobility, leadership and international connectivity whilst addressing the needs of its community through its widening participation pathway, research strategy and emphasis on primary care education and healthcare leadership.

We now offer an exciting opportunity for clinical trainees seeking experience and training within medical education. We seek a 6 FTE medically trained Clinical Teaching Fellow (CTF) to contribute to the delivery and management of an innovative undergraduate curriculum, to commence immediately. This post will not normally count towards the required clinical training.

Working within a supportive and dynamic multi-professional MBChB team, the post-holder will principally facilitate small group tutorials basic clinical skills to Years 1 and 2 but may also support medical school days in Years 3, 4 and 5. The CTF will also contribute to programme development, including electives and assistantships, admissions, and assessments, and act as a Personal Tutor. In addition, the postholder will have opportunities to develop their lecturing skills, create and use teaching resources, and contribute to the design, management and faculty development of the MBChB programme.

Full training and support will be provided along with comprehensive teaching materials. Post holders who intend to continue to a second year will be expected and supported to undertake the PG Certificate/Diploma/Masters in Higher Education provided by Aston University, depending on previous training; and there will be opportunities for collaborative evaluation or research projects.

It is essential that applicants have a passion for supporting undergraduate medical education, and an enthusiasm for cross-discipline working with colleagues in the University and NHS.

Application is open to those who have completed FY2 and/or core training and are not proceeding to specialty training this academic year. Potential applicants are advised to discuss their application with their Training Programme Director before applying. The School will work with successful applicants and local Trusts to help them continue with one clinical session per week.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to give a short presentation. A tour of facilities will be arranged for the day of the interview

We encourage informal discussion of the post before interview please contact Dr Claire Stocker at [e-mail]

What we offer:

• Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Hybrid working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home depending on the activity. Further information on hybrid working can be found here .
• Excellent training and developmentopportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 daysof bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendlypolicies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here .

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

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