Job Description

Salary

27,247 - 33,453 per annum (45,413 - 55,755 x0.6FTE)

Contractual hours

22.2

Basis

Part-Time

Job category/type

Permanent - Part-Time

Job reference

REC00003432



The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.



Experience the pride of being part of a select group - one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.



Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

We are looking to appoint a medical educator with a healthcare background such as medicine, physiology and pharmacy.

This is a new leadership position in the Faculty of Science and Health and within the University. The post holder will play a lead role in the delivery of a major new strategic partnership with King's College London (KCL) to deliver a Branch of the KCL MBBS GEM course at the University of Portsmouth. This is of strategic importance to the University and region, intending to help address the health and wellbeing needs of the Portsmouth, South East Hampshire and Isle of Wight health and care system.



The GEM 1 Convenor will be an innovative medical educator who is responsible for the smooth running of Stage 1 of the GEM programme. The post holder will work closely with members of the team within the School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, and the Portsmouth University Trust, including block leads within stage 1, as well as other members of the Programme leadership team, to provide an innovative and effective curriculum and prepare students for their formative and summative assessments. They will also work closely with students, student support and the Programmes, Placement and Assessment Teams to enhance the student experience.

Interviews are anticipated to be held 25 June 2024.

The working pattern for this post is 0.6 FTE, but 0.5 will be considered, days to be worked Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. There is the requirement to work mostly on campus and attend meetings at both Portsmouth and London Campuses, with some opportunity for hybrid working when students are not on site.

For further information about the role, please contact the Deputy Director (Education) sarah.hill@port.ac.uk or Deputy Director (Clinical) thomas.brown1@port.ac.uk

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale. Generous pension scheme. Generous leave entitlement of 32-35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure. Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working. Staff discounts and loyalty schemes. Staff car parking and discounted public travel. Excellent training and development opportunities. Staff wellbeing programmes. Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities. Discounted learning. Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are strongly dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within our community. As an Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charter award holder, a member of Stonewall and a Disability Confident Employer we are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, regardless of your background. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills, perspectives and experiences. In addition, we want our workforce to be representative of our diverse student population. Please see our EDI Framework and objectives.



Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.