Medical Education Fellow; Curriculum Development

Qualifications

• Primary medical qualification (MBBS/MBChB or equivalent) with GMC registration and licence to practice.
• Completed UK Foundation Programme or equivalent
• Experience developing teaching programme(s) for undergraduate medical students
• Knowledge of healthcare education for local populations / widening participation
• Understanding and experience of interprofessional education principles
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and establish positive working relationships with colleagues across disciplines
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Knowledge of GMC Outcomes for Graduates and Medical Licensing Assessment

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We're committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We're an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

The University is currently applying through the General Medical Council to open a medical programme in Autumn 2027. The addition of an MBBS programme to our health portfolio will enhance our overall health education provision at the University and augment the existing programmes through opportunities for inter‑professional learning across the health-related programmes. This will prepare our students for diverse and dynamic NHS healthcare teams with an understanding of shared roles and multidisciplinary, community-based teams to address health inequalities through measures such as social prescribing and integrated care pathways.

We are developing an innovative curriculum, with an Access year, better suited to our local demographic and including a dynamic approach to clinical placements that will include simulation and innovative technologies. We aim to produce adaptable, collaborative, and forward‑thinking healthcare professionals who are equipped to transform the health of the local communities and beyond.

UEL School of Medicine is looking for a Medical Education Fellow (Curriculum Development) to help design an innovative, community‑focused MBBS programme launching in 2027. This role offers the opportunity to shape a new curriculum from the outset, working with simulation and technology‑enhanced learning, and contributing to a programme designed to widen participation and address local health needs. The postholder will work closely with the Medical Education and Curriculum teams to develop teaching materials, support innovative approaches to learning and assessment, and contribute to a curriculum designed to serve a diverse student population and address local health inequalities.

There will also be opportunities to gain broader experience across assessment, admissions, placements, and programme evaluation.

Based at UEL's Stratford Health Campus, the role offers access to state‑of‑the‑art simulation facilities and interprofessional learning environments. The Fellow will be supported to complete a PG Cert in Clinical Education (Advance HE accredited) and to engage in scholarship and professional development in medical education. This post is offered at 0.4-0.8 FTE, fixed‑term for 12 months, with an August 2026 start, and includes hybrid working.

At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It's about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here:

We are building an inclusive future. As an inclusive, equal‑opportunities employer and we're committed to closing the diversity pay gap. We're proud of the progress we've made and honest that there's more to do. We're determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. We're a disability‑confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to join a university that values your outstanding skills and perspectives and is dedicated to making a difference, we invite you to explore a career with us. We are excited to welcome versatile individuals who are committed to advancing their careers while making a positive impact on the world.