We are seeking an enthusiastic and interdisciplinary Lecturer to deliver an outstanding educational experience across our undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes and to undertake high-quality educational scholarship. They should have the ability to teach undergraduate/postgraduate pharmacology, physiology and related medical sciences. We are particularly interested in candidates with additional expertise in AI as applied to medical sciences, or computational methods e.g. big data analysis, digital twins, patient-specific modelling, etc.

Job Description
We welcome imaginative and interdisciplinary applicants with a passion for innovative pedagogy. The role suits an enthusiastic educator with experience of undergraduate or postgraduate education in the medical sciences and the potential to build a research career in education. The ability to teach across our whole range of medical sciences programmes is desirable. Applicants should be willing to contribute to the development of the School’s teaching portfolios to reflect the rapidly-changing use of technology as applied to a wide range of medical sciences. They will have, or work towards, Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) under the UK Professional Standards Framework for teaching, or equivalent. The successful candidate will be passionate about medical science education and able to inspire the next generation of medical scientists. You will be an enthusiastic educator who provides academic and pastoral support to students and works closely with colleagues. This will include all aspects of the School’s student-focused activities from student recruitment to graduation. Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 scale, £48,337
- £57,666 per annum,



and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience. Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Derek Scott IEHMS Education Lead ([email protected]) or Dr Donna MacCallum, BSc Programme Lead ([email protected]). Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: [email protected]) for further information. To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs Interviews will be held on Thursday 19 November. Job Reference Number: MED269A The closing date for the receipt of applications is 11 November 2026 The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many advantages 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 ([email protected]) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes. School/Section Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition Division Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences Staff Category Academic Position Type Full Time Grade Grade 7 Salary £48,337
- £57,666 Ref No MED269A Closing Date 11-NOV-2026 Documents
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