Job Description

School/Section
Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
Division
Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences
Staff Category
Teaching
Position Type
Part Time
Grade
Grade 6
Salary
pro rata
Ref No
MED238A
Closing Date
28-JUL-2025

We are seeking a motivated individual for a six-month part-time (50%) Teaching Fellow post. In the course of providing teaching support for Undergraduate and Masters level education, the position is designed to support personal development in teaching and scholarship through mentorship, training and a broad experience of the delivery of high quality education. The post ideally would commence 1 September 2025.

This position is designed for individuals who are keen to build their experience and further develop their skills in teaching and learning. The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN) delivers an extensive programme of teaching and learning, including undergraduate education in medical sciences, medicine and dentistry to around 2000 students and a broad range of high quality Masters programmes. Teaching is delivered on our Aberdeen Foresterhill campus, Old Aberdeen campus on-line, or in a blended mode.



The post holders will be provided with supervision, mentorship and a scheduled programme of activities designed to give wide experience and understanding of what is required in the delivery of high-quality education.



The post holders will contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by delivering, organising and reviewing teaching, assessment and administration processes associated with various programs and have the opportunity to undertake scholarship to enhance learning and teaching https://www.abdn.ac.uk/iahs/research/postgraduate-education/overview.php


Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6, 50% of 38,249 per annum, pro rata.



Informal enquiries should be made to Prof Derek Scott (d.scott@abdn.ac.uk) or Professor Lynda Erskine (l.erskine@abdn.ac.uk).



In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.



To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs


Job Reference Number: MED238A


The closing date for the receipt of applications is 28 July 2025


The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.


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