Senior Clinical Lecturer (Scholarship) in General Practice

Type of contract: Substantive

Applications are invited from General Practitioners registered with the General Medical Council. These posts are based in the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences, part of the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition. The post holders will therefore be part of a team with an international reputation in medical education. Based on one of the biggest health campuses in Europe, our students benefit from a systems-based integrated approach. The role offers excellent opportunities for development of medical education skills with outstanding facilities and a supportive culture provided by the School and within the wider university setting. The Institute is proud of its position ranking Aberdeen as number 1 in the UK to study Medicine in the Guardian League Tables of UK Medical Schools in 2024, reflecting its student-centred approach.

The post holder will be enthusiastic with the ability to inform and inspire students. Using their clinical experience of General Practice, the successful candidate will be able to nurture the skills and knowledge required of the modern day medical graduate. This is a formal 10% full-time equivalent (FTE) role with the University which requires commitment through the academic year. The post holder will be supported by the existing University GP and Community Medical Education (GPCME) team. The post holder will join an existing team of 23 other GPs in this role.

Applicants should be currently working clinically within General Practice. The successful candidate should have excellent communication and teaching skills and be able to engage and enthuse students.

Salary will be at the maximum point on the Clinical GP salary scale, 10% of £118,647 per annum, pro rata (actual salary, £11,864.70 per annum).

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Naomi Dow, Year 3 Lead, General Practice and Community Medical Education (naomi.dow@abdn.ac.uk) or Dr. Cath McLaren, Deputy Year 3 Lead, General Practice and Community Medical Education (catherine.mclaren@abdn.ac.uk).

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.  For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

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Job Reference Number: MED250A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 2^nd February 2026

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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