Clinical Lecturer (Scholarship)

University of Aberdeen; Elgin; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Aberdeen is seeking a Clinical Lecturer to join the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences. This full-time position, based at Dr. Gray’s Hospital in Elgin, involves contributing to undergraduate medical education and supporting the MBChB programme. Ideal candidates will have recently completed their Foundation Programme training and will engage in various teaching and assessment activities.

Qualifications

• Ideal for doctors completing Foundation Programme training by August 2025.
• Experience in teaching and educational expertise is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, delivery, and assessment of undergraduate MBChB teaching.
• Assist in organizing exams, including OSCEs.
• Participate in the Curriculum Steering Group.

Education

Completion of Foundation Programme training

Job description

Job Details

Type of contract: Full-time, project limited for 12 months

This position is part of a programme aimed at professionalising medical education and providing training doctors with teaching skills and educational expertise. It is ideal for doctors who have recently completed or are about to complete their Foundation Programme training in August 2025.

The Clinical Lecturer (Scholarship) scheme has been running for twenty-three years, targeting individuals interested in teaching and pursuing careers focused on education and training. Opportunities to engage in various aspects of undergraduate medical education will be available.

Role and Responsibilities

You will join the Institute of Education In Healthcare and Medical Sciences as part of a team supporting the medicine degree programme. The role is based at Dr. Gray’s Hospital in Elgin, with support from the MBChB Programme Lead in Aberdeen and local clinicians.

Your duties include contributing to the design, development, delivery, and assessment of undergraduate MBChB teaching, as well as clinical skills and inter-professional healthcare teaching. You will also assist in organizing exams, including OSCEs.

You may join a year team, contributing to their activities and student support, or focus on specific projects with your educational supervisor. Participation in the Curriculum Steering Group, responsible for the day-to-day management of the MBChB programme, is encouraged where possible.

Salary and Conditions

The salary will be at the appropriate point on the Clinical scale for Academics below Consultant level, ranging from £48,288 to £85,402, negotiable based on clinical experience.

Contact and Enquiries

For informal enquiries, contact:

• Dr. Angus Cooper, Director of Clinical Skills ([e-mail])
• Dr. Wendy Watson, MBChB Programme Lead ([e-mail])
• Dr. Morven Wilson, Highland Director of Teaching (Undergraduate) ([e-mail])

Candidates must demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to employment. The role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, depending on individual circumstances and points eligibility. Further visa information is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

For further information, contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser, at [e-mail].

Application Process

To apply online, click the 'Apply' button above.

Job Reference Number: MED235A

Closing date for applications: 3^rd June 2025

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition values diversity and encourages applications from individuals across all protected characteristics.