Medical Education Fellow - 15277

NHS; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job description

Brunel Medical School provides education and training for both MBBS students (5-year undergraduate programme) and Physician Associate (PA) students (2-year MSc programme). Both programmes share a number of distinctive features, including team-based learning (TBL), clinical anatomy using a collection of plastinated human specimens, and clinical placements at leading GP practices and NHS Trusts in and around West London.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants will be part of a team of staff who will contribute to various aspects of the Medical Schools programmes. Your responsibilities will be teaching anatomy to MBBS students and on other programmes/courses. Other areas of contribution may include clinical skills, communication skills, curriculum development, assessment and student selection. In-house training will be provided. Those wishing to undertake a postgraduate qualification in education will be encouraged to do so, and funding is available to support this.

Medical education fellow positions represent an excellent opportunity to be part of the growing Medical School team developing and delivering an innovative MBBS programme and helping to drive interprofessional initiatives at Londons newest Medical School. The experience gained will enhance your medical education portfolio.

About us

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Job responsibilities

The successful post holder will be part of a team of medical education fellows (MEFs) contributing primarily to the teaching of phase 1 year 1 and 2 student cohorts, and to the ongoing development of the 5-year MBBS programme.

Key duties and responsibilities include one or more of the following:

1. Teaching anatomy to MBBS students and on other programmes/courses.
2. Contribute to the planning, development and review of curriculum materials.
3. Contribute to student selection, including multiple mini-interviews.
4. Contribute to assessment, including Anatomy Spot Tests.
5. You may also be involved in the teaching and assessment of clinical and communication skills.

Administration and Management

Contribute to Departmental, College and/or University committees.

Communication

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, as required.

Scholarship

Support an academically rigorous and evidence-based approach to the design and development of curriculum, informed by a scholarly understanding of educational theory and practice.

External Engagement

Participate in external networking, generating opportunities for collaborative learning and teaching projects. Present planned educational initiatives at appropriate internal and external meetings.

Professional Development

Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) in medical education, according to prior experience and performance.

This job description indicates the expectations and responsibilities of staff at this level. This does not mean that staff will be expected to do all the listed activities all of the time, nor does it guarantee that they will be given the opportunity to do all of these activities, although it does mean that the University can expect and require a member of staff at this level to undertake these activities when requested, with reasonable notification and support. Similarly, the job description is not exhaustive, and a post holder may be required to undertake unlisted duties of a similar level and responsibility.

Effective Behaviours

• Punctuality
• Meeting deadlines
• Communication and networking
• Ability to negotiate and influence
• Ability to plan and organise own workload
• Ability to adapt to a flexible approach to the demands of a busy College/Department in order to accommodate changes in priorities when required.

University Employment Policy

1. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post.
2. Adhere to and comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act in accordance with university policies.
3. Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with the rules and regulations encompassing equal opportunities to help foster a diverse workforce.
4. Adhere, comply and work in accordance with University and Departmental policies, procedures and codes of conduct.
5. Promote the University's Environmental Policy and demonstrate commitment to it through actions and decision making. Actively participate in on-going professional development activities as requested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC), with the licence to practise
• Experience of teaching a range of topics in the subject area to UG/PG students
• Communicate new and complex information effectively engaging the interest and enthusiasm of the target audience
• Ability to provide clear and constructive feedback to colleagues
• Ability to respond positively to constructive feedback
• Professional approach to work
• Experience of contributing to the design, delivery and/or evaluation of written and/or Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
• Experience of producing high-quality teaching materials and resources
• Experience of online education; development of materials and/or delivery
• Interest in/experience of interprofessional learning
• Involvement in scholarly/educational and/or professional/practice based projects
• Experience of interactive learning such as problem-based or team-based learning
• Experience of managing significant administrative duties linked to teaching or assessment
• Understanding of the principles of curriculum design and development
• Sound understanding of education theory and evidence-based medical education practice
• Good understanding of issues affecting undergraduate medical training
• Ability to provide academic leadership in the context of curriculum design and development
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise a range of activities effectively

£45,140 to £57,803 a year inclusive of London Weighting. Pro-rata if Part-time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working