HYMS Simulation Lead

University of Hull; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Hull's Hull York Medical School (HYMS) is seeking an experienced clinician-educator to lead simulation-based education across the MB BS curriculum. This senior role drives the development, delivery and quality assurance of simulation-enhanced teaching in partnership with NHS colleagues and academic staff.

You will implement our established simulation strategy, ensure alignment with professional standards, and contribute to teaching, assessment (OSCEs/OSLERs) and faculty

Qualifications

• Registration as a UK healthcare professional
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate healthcare learners
• Expertise in developing and delivering simulation-based education
• Strong understanding of contemporary medical education principles
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership skills
• Experience in educational leadership or postgraduate teaching is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and evaluation of simulation-based education across the MB BS programme
• Ensure simulation aligns with curricular outcomes and enhances student learning and preparedness
• Act as the central point of expertise for simulation within the School
• Collaborate with clinical partners and academic teams to integrate simulation into teaching
• Contribute to teaching, assessment (including OSCEs and OSLERs), and curriculum development
• Provide leadership in faculty development, including training educators in simulation methods
• Contribute to relevant postgraduate taught programmes
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement activities across the programme

Skills

Simulation education

Leadership

Teaching

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Salary Range: £59,966.00 - £67,468.00

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, creating a community where colleagues feel respected and valued. We aim to reflect the diversity of our students and communities, and to strengthen our university through collaboration and diverse perspectives, across all roles at the University.

About the role

We are one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking medical schools, with an innovative curriculum, a strong reputation for student experience, and a commitment to high-quality research and education. Ranked 3rd for Medicine in the Guardian League Table 2026 and awarded Athena SWAN Gold (2025), HYMS offers a dynamic and inclusive environment in which to develop your career. We are now seeking an experienced and enthusiastic clinician-educator to take on the role of Simulation Lead. This is a key leadership role responsible for the development, delivery and quality assurance of simulation-based education across the HYMS curriculum. You will lead the implementation of our established simulation strategy, ensuring students develop the professional skills, values and behaviours required for modern NHS practice. Working closely with programme leads, assessment leads, academic colleagues and NHS partners across our region, you will lead ongoing work to embed simulation within the curriculum, ensuring alignment with PSRB requirements and maintaining a coherent, integrated learning experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and evaluation of simulation-based education across the MB BS programme
• Ensure simulation aligns with curricular outcomes and enhances student learning and preparedness for practice
• Act as the central point of expertise for simulation within the School
• Collaborate with clinical partners and academic teams to integrate simulation into teaching
• Contribute to teaching, assessment (including OSCEs and OSLERs), and curriculum development
• Provide leadership in faculty development, including training educators in simulation methods
• Contribute to relevant postgraduate taught programmes
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement activities across the programme

About you

We are looking for a motivated clinician with a passion for medical education and innovation.

You will bring

• Registration as a UK healthcare professional and current clinical experience
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate healthcare learners
• Expertise in developing and delivering simulation-based education
• Strong understanding of contemporary medical education principles
• Excellent communication, collaboration and leadership skills
• Experience in educational leadership, postgraduate teaching, or formal qualifications in medical education would be advantageous

Why join HYMS?

Be part of a high-performing, student-focused medical school. Influence the future of simulation-based medical education. Work collaboratively across university and NHS settings including Acute trusts, Mental health Trusts, Community and Primary Care. Contribute to an ambitious programme of growth and innovation.

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At the University of Hull, we are committed to building a community where everyone feels respected, valued and able to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our university and the impact of our work. We particularly welcome applications from people who are underrepresented within our workforce, including people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women, particularly in senior roles.

You can read more about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy and our transparency reports on our Fairness and Inclusion page.