Professor of Science and Innovation in Medical Education

Karlstad University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Professor of Science and Innovation in Medical Education. This senior role encompasses curriculum leadership for the School of Medicine, focusing on integrating scientific concepts into medical training. The position encourages innovative teaching methods and aims to significantly impact future medical professionals in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days

Hybrid working arrangements

Access to fitness and health facilities

Commitment to staff development and training

Qualifications

• High research and teaching experience in relevant disciplines.
• Proven record of excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching.
• Extensive experience in developing integrated curricula.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the development of the Science and Innovation curriculum.
• Enhance medical education and research at the university.
• Integrate science and innovation across multiple academic levels.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Curriculum Development

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

HESA-Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Professor of Science and Innovation in Medical Education

We are a pioneering institution that provides an exceptional research-led education for 45,000 students from over 150 countries.

Salary £72,685 to £84,274 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Closing Date Monday 28 July 2025

Reference MED186525

Applications are invited for the above post based in the Education Centre.

About the role

As Professor of Science and Innovation, you will take a senior leadership role as Director of Curriculum Integration at the University of Nottingham's School of Medicine. You will be responsible for shaping and overseeing the strategic development, integration, and advancement of the Science and Innovation theme across the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) undergraduate degree programme.

You will play a pivotal part in fostering students' understanding of scientific principles, technological advancements and innovative practices and build a new integrated curriculum spanning Years 1 to 5 of the medical degree programme.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an accomplished academic to lead in our transformation of the BMBS curriculum, integrating science and innovation across multiple years within the curriculum of future medical professionals. You will enhance teaching and learning on the medical programme and contribute significantly to excellence in medical education and research at the University of Nottingham.

About you

You will have a high research and teaching experience in a relevant discipline, normally supported by a PhD; HESA-Recognised teaching qualification, at least, to Associate Fellowship of Advance HE or recognised equivalent; experience and capability to act as role model in the areas of research, teaching, consultancy and management/administration as appropriate; and a record of professional success and achievement.

You will have excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with clarity on complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers, using high level skills and a range of media; you will have a high analytical ability to facilitate conceptual thinking, innovation and creativity; proven ability to lead teams and meet deadlines; proven ability to provide effective leadership and management in teaching and curriculum development, underpinned by scholarship; and skills in coaching and developing others in best practice techniques.

You will have extensive teaching experience as evidenced by a proven record of excellence in undergraduate and/or graduate teaching; a leading authority in Medical/Health-Related Education, with a considerable national and international reputation; you will have extensive experience in developing and implementing new integrated curricula and teaching programmes, methods and techniques, preferably in a medical education context; and extensive experience in science and innovation, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration.

What we offer- it’s important that you highlight key benefits and rewards and why candidates should choose us. You may want to use the below template or add your own.

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to ourbenefits website

What next

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

The post is offered on a full time (36.25 hours per week), permanent contract.

Please contact Claire Sharpe, [e-mail], if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

It is a condition of this post that satisfactory enhanced disclosure is obtained from the 'Disclosure and Barring Service'.

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Job details

Title

Professor of Science and Innovation in Medical Education

University Park Nottingham, United Kingdom

Published

2025-07-01

2025-07-28 23:59 (Europe/London)
2025-07-29 00:59 (CET)