Senior Institute Administrator (MED257A)

Type of contract: Substantive

This post is based within the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition (SMMSN), located on the Foresterhill Health Campus. The postholder will work closely with the Director of Education and Education Manager to oversee and manage all administrative operations required for the delivery of the MBChB programme and provide senior administrative support to the anatomy to ensure smooth and efficient day-to-day operations.

This role is responsible for the operational delivery of education administration relating to the MBChB programme. The postholder will manage a team of professional services staff and ensure the smooth running of the administrative functions relating to this programme including, but not limited to, teaching, assessment, quality processes and student experience. They may also be involved in matters regarding quality assurance, accreditation, curriculum development, and international partnerships.  They will provide high-level administrative support to the Anatomy team, working alongside the Anatomy lead to ensure smooth co-ordination of teaching delivery, facilities management, regulatory compliance and liaison with academic and technical staff.

The post holder will work proactively to ensure operational excellence, effective communication, robust planning and continuous improvement across both portfolios.

The successful candidate will either be educated to degree level or have significant and equivalent level of experience.  They will possess extensive expertise in higher education administration, ideally within medical or professional programmes. They will knowledge of programme delivery processes, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and experience in staff management. A proven ability to contribute to operational planning is essential and the ability to contribute to strategic planning is desirable.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 scale, £38,784 - £46,049 per annum, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Sarah Miller, School Education Manager (sarahmiller@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: MED257A

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