About this role
Job summary
Brunel Medical School welcomed its first intake of students in September 2022. The MBBS programme has a number of distinctive features, including team-based learning, programmatic assessment, clinical anatomy using a collection of plastinated specimens and radiological imaging and early exposure to patients in community settings. A range of digital technologies are being used to enhance learning, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are embedded across all aspects of the student experience.
Applications are invited for Medical Education Fellow positions at Brunel Medical School to start 10th August 2026. The post is for a period of one year, either as an out-of-programme experience or stand-alone experience. This is a campus-based role, and the post holder will be expected to work on-site, at the Brunel University Campus in Uxbridge, London
Main duties of the job
Summary of the role
The successful post holder will be part of a team of medical education fellows, MEFs, contributing to the teaching of primarily of phase 1 year 1 and 2 student cohorts, and to the ongoing development of the 5-year MBBS programme. This is a non-clinical, academic role, and the post holder will be expected to work on-site, at the Brunel University Campus in Uxbridge, London.
Main accountabilities and responsibilities:
Teaching Practice
Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
Teaching clinical skills and communication skills to first- and second-year students.
Teaching Anatomy to MBBS and other healthcare professional students
You may also teach years 3-5 MBBS students
Contribute to the planning, development and review of curriculum materials.
Contribute to student selection, including multiple mini interviews.
Contribute to assessment, including OSCE and Anatomy spot tests.
About us
Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home
Job description Job responsibilities
Summary of the role
The successful post holder will be part of a team of medical education fellows, contributing to the teaching of primarily of phase 1 year 1 and 2 student cohorts, and to the ongoing development of the 5-year MBBS programme. This is a non-clinical, academic role, and the post holder will be expected to work on-site, at the Brunel University Campus in Uxbridge, London.
Main accountabilities and responsibilities:
Teaching Practice
Key duties and responsibilities include the following:
Teaching clinical skills and communication skills to first- and second-year students.
Teaching Anatomy to MBBS and other healthcare professional students
You may also teach years 3-5 MBBS students
Contribute to the planning, development and review of curriculum materials.
Contribute to student selection, including multiple mini interviews.
Contribute to assessment, including OSCE and Anatomy spot tests.
Student and Staff Support
You may be required to provide pastoral care to students, adopting an approachable and accessible attitude and offering regular personal contact
Monitor student progress, providing support, including advice on study skills, as required
Act as a responsible team member, leading where agreed, and develop productive working relationships with other members of staff
Cooperate with colleagues in the continuous review and development of the programme, including use of the VLE
Manage the work of others when requested to do so
Mentor colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development
Administration and Management
You may be required to manage administrative and student related matters in relation to modules, including co-ordinating the work of others
Take responsibility for specific administrative duties such as admissions, examinations, assessments, personal tutoring
Attend and contribute to departmental, College and University meetings as required
Take an active role in student recruitment activities
Communication
Communicate complex and conceptual ideas in an accessible format
Disseminate good practice within subject area, department and College
Participate in and develop external networks, for example to contribute to student recruitment, secure student placements, facilitate outreach work
Scholarship
Engage in scholarship as required to support teaching activities
Extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship to teaching and appropriate external activities
Contribute to competitive proposals for funding of education enhancement projects
External Engagement
Participate in appropriate learning and teaching events internally and externally
Attend local/regional discipline meetings where attendance is beneficial to your role at the University
Professional Development
Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) in medical education, according to prior experience and performance.
Other Duties:
The job description is not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties of a similar level and responsibility.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post in accordance with university and departmental policies, procedures and codes of conduct.
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.
Promote the Universitys 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 Essential
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC), with the licence to practise The individual has no requirement to maintain their GMC licence to practise during the appointment Postgraduate medical education qualification
Desirable
Experience of teaching a range of topics in the subject area to UG/PG students 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
Experience Essential
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 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
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name Brunel University London
Address Kingston Lane
Uxbridge
UB8 3PH
Employer's website https://www.brunel.ac.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)