Head of Medical Sciences and Evaluation
Lead medical sciences delivery and curriculum assessment at the newly formed Pears Cumbria School of Medicine.
Best for:Best for experienced medical educators and researchers with a strong background in curriculum design, academic leadership, and medical assessment.
Overview
Imperial College London and the University of Cumbria are seeking a Head of Medical Sciences and Evaluation for the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine based in Carlisle. In this key leadership role, you will direct the on-campus delivery of Medical Sciences modules, manage curriculum planning, and oversee comprehensive student assessment strategies. You will collaborate closely with academic teams to ensure alignment with General Medical Council standards and maintain high-quality virtual learning environments. The successful candidate will combine subject matter expertise in medical sciences with a strong track record in higher education teaching and curriculum development.
What you'll do
- Provide independent and collaborative leadership in the delivery of Medical Sciences modules alongside curriculum management teams.
- Apply subject matter and pedagogic expertise to personal teaching practice and support teaching teams to foster an excellent student experience.
- Ensure that learning materials, revision resources, and assessment items meet agreed quality standards and deadlines.
- Align curriculum design and evaluations with the General Medical Council's Outcomes for Graduates and Medical Licensing Assessment requirements.
- Manage timetable change requests in accordance with academic regulations and established governance procedures.
- Generate reports regarding curriculum development and student assessment activities as required by the school.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in an area of medical science
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Significant postdoctoral research experience in a medical science discipline
- Substantial background in medical education or training
- Demonstrable track record of academic leadership in diverse teaching strategies
- Experience in teaching innovation, learning material production, and evaluation
- Extensive experience in higher education curriculum planning and development
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-29
Interested applicants must submit their application through the official Imperial College London recruitment portal before the closing date. Ensure all required profile information and employment history are fully provided in the submission.
- CV
- Cover letter
Contact
Andrew Childs· Head of Medical Sciences and Assessment
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