Deputy Lead for Professionalism

The School of Medicine and Dentistry wishes to appoint a Deputy Lead for Professionalism to join our MBBS team. The postholder will assist with the development, delivery and assessment of Professionalism for the five year MBBS programme, including the Physician Associate cohort in Years 1 and 2.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience of having worked as a medical practitioner in an NHS clinical setting, and will be fully registered with the General Medical Council. You will be experienced in the teaching and assessment of professionalism and the use of e-portfolio. Excellent communication skills are a must.

Informal enquiries are welcomed; please contact Dr. Heidi Northover, Lead for Professionalism and Portfolio, via email in the first instance at hnorthover@uclan.ac.uk

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based predominantly at Preston campus site; some travel to Burnley campus, and Westlakes campus in Cumbria may be required.

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