NS232936 Medical Education Coordinator

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Aberdeen is looking for a Medical Education Coordinator to manage undergraduate teaching within the long-term conditions block. This role offers 30 hours per week, with flexible hours and the potential for autonomy. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong level of IT proficiency. Familiarity with NHS Grampian systems and the University of Aberdeen's MBChB programme is advantageous. Applications are welcomed from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Innovative and able to work autonomously.
• Familiarity with NHS Grampian systems and the University of Aberdeen MBChB programme is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage undergraduate teaching in long term conditions and integrated care.
• Coordinate scheduling over a flexible 5-day work week.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive teamwork

Attention to detail

Good level of IT skills

Job description

Medical Education Coordinator

Polwarth Building, Foresterhill site, ARI

Salary: Band 4 £30,353 - £33,016 (pro rata)

Location: Polwarth Building

Hours per week: 30 hours

The NHS Grampian Medical Education Team comprises a Postgraduate and an Undergraduate Director of Medical Education, 7 Associate Directors of Medical Education (ADME), and Trainee Leads. There is also an Undergraduate Medical Education Quality Manager and Postgraduate Medical Education Quality Manager, as well as administrative staff. The team works under the leadership of the medical directorate whilst the administrative function is part of the workforce directorate.

We currently have a vacancy for an Undergraduate Medical Education Coordinator. The successful applicant will be responsible for the organisation and daily management of undergraduate teaching within the long term conditions and integrated care block of teaching. The post is 30 hours per week and it is anticipated that the hours will be worked over 5 days with a flexible start time between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m., based in the Polwarth Building.

The successful candidate should be innovative, proactive and able to work autonomously within own limitations, possess excellent communication skills and be a good team player. Attention to detail and a good level of IT skills are required. Knowledge of NHS Grampian systems and the University of Aberdeen MBChB programme would be beneficial.

If you are interested in finding out more about the post, please direct informal enquires to Emma Rae, Undergraduate Medical Education Quality Manager – [e-mail]

Interview scheduled for 19th January 2026

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.