Senior Lecturer in Problem Based Learning
Job Description
Job summary
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We are seeking to appoint an academic lead for Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to support the on-going delivery of the graduate entry MBChB programme within the Three Counties Medical School (TCMS) at the University of Worcester.
Ideally you will already have experience of teaching medical students or similar. However, key to the role is an interest in developing as a medical educator and the ability to work flexibly with the rest of the team to meet the needs of the MBChB curriculum. There are also opportunities for professional development.
The post is based at the Severn campus.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about Healthcare Education to join the TCMS team. Applicants will have a keen interest in medical education and training, with a good understanding of the seven-step PBL process to provide the necessary pedagogic expertise and academic leadership. Working with the Phase Leads to ensure the MBChB programme curriculum is supported in respect of problem-based learning, you will make a significant contribution towards designing and developing learning materials and assessment, as well as contributing to the delivery of a high-quality experience for medical students. Applicants are expected to have a track record of research in a relevant field and engage in research and scholarship.
About us
The Schools MBChB curriculum is centred around problem-based learning (PBL), applied learning (e.g. simulation), with an emphasis on early patient contact and community-orientated clinical placements. Founded with the aim of widening access to careers in medicine and retaining graduates in the local area, the school opened to students in September 2023.
Job responsibilities
1. To lead the development of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and provide academic leadership for the PBL Facilitators, strengthening working links between them and other members of the Medical School academic staff.
2. To design and deliver on-going training and NHS Tutor preparation to ensure the aims of the Medical School MBChB are appropriately delivered.
3. To develop the PBL Facilitators, identifying and addressing staff development needs; and to liaise with the NHS Site Leads in identifying the learning needs of our clinical tutors and collaborating in delivering educational continuing professional development as related to the delivery of the MBChB.
4. To have responsibility for the continued development of the Medical School approach to PBL including appropriate innovation.
5. To support the development of the content and quality of the Medical School PBL curriculum in conjunction with the Phase 1 Lead and to liaise with colleagues in Phase 2 to ensure consistency of pedagogical approach.
6. To be responsible for the design and production of suitable learning materials in consultation with Phase Leads.
7. To provide advice and support for issues relating to student support arising on a day-to- day basis in the PBL, liaising with the MBChB Student Support & Guidance Lead.
8. To supervise the Medical School PBL Facilitators to ensure appropriate delivery of PBL in accordance with the requirements of the MBChB Programme.
9. To lead on the recruitment, development, training and appraisal of the PBL facilitator team.
10. To work with undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across the College of Health, Life and Environmental Science for PBL as required, to ensure that interdisciplinary learning is embedded within the Medical School.
11. To contribute to the assessment process for students including the setting, marking and moderation of work, individually or collectively as part of a team in accordance with quality assurances procedures.
12. To undertake the duties of a PBL facilitator, as required.
13. To carry out academic administrative work and participate in relevant committees and working groups within the School and College.
14. To participate in the recruitment of students, including selection events and open days.
15. To engage in research and scholarship, disseminating findings through conference presentations and journal articles, books, books and other forms appropriate to the discipline.
16. To develop and / or collaborate on funding bids for research and / or knowledge exchange.
17. To develop impact of their research, through engagement with key stakeholders and research users / beneficiaries.
18. To participate fully in the life of the school and carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Dean of School or their nominee.
19. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.
20. Take steps to ensure and enhance personal health, safety, and well-being and that of other staff and students.
21. Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion and takes into account the University's commitment to environmentally sustainable ways of working.
*The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to enhance research within medical education with peer-reviewed publications suitable for inclusion in Research Excellence Framework (REF) submission.
- Demonstrable ability to enthuse, motivate and facilitate student learning using a variety of methods of learning and teaching including online modalities.
- Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to health and well-being issues in both staff and students.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate confidently and clearly with a range of people including students, lecturers, managers, representatives of external organisations and the public, both orally and in writing.
Qualifications
Essential
- A good first degree in a relevant subject area.
- PhD in a field related to biomedical science, and / or relevant professional qualification and / or equivalent professional experience.
- PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (or equivalent) and / or Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy / Advance HE. *
Experience
Essential
- Experience of facilitating PBL at undergraduate or postgraduate level preferably for medical undergraduates.
- Experience of doctoral supervision.
- Evidence of making a significant contribution to both student recruitment and support activities (or willingness to do so).
- Experience of innovative and successful curriculum design.
Desirable
- Experience of working with the GMC and experience of working with Quality Assurance of Basic Medical Education (QABME) processes.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University of Worcester
Address
Severn Campus
Hylton Road
Worcester
WR2 5JN
