Medical Education Fellow - Widening Participation and Medical Admissions

Overview

The University of Derby Medical School is offering a fellowship focused on widening participation and medical admissions. The position involves leading the creation, execution, and assessment of the institution's pathways and programmes into medicine and healthcare. The appointee will work alongside the Founding Dean of Medicine and various internal and external stakeholders to support underrepresented learners in advancing toward higher education and medical careers.

The position requires working 0.2 full-time equivalent hours on a fixed-term contract lasting for 12 months. The work is based on site at the university.

What you get

The position provides a salary ranging from £33,662 to £45,641 per annum pro rata.

Requirements

Applicants must be qualified medical professionals holding a primary medical qualification and full General Medical Council registration with a licence to practise. Candidates need relevant background experience in medical education, widening participation, or assisting learners who aspire to enter medical and healthcare professions. A solid understanding of United Kingdom medical school admissions procedures, encompassing admissions tests and interview preparation, is necessary. Furthermore, applicants should have a background in crafting educational programmes, delivering interactive teaching, and assessing outcomes to enhance results. Familiarity with social mobility, equality, diversity, and inclusion principles is also required, alongside strong communication, project management, and relationship-building capabilities.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-08. Interviews are anticipated to take place on 25th November 2026.