Clinical Skills/Student Support Facilitator (MED262A)

Type of contract: Funding limited for 5 years

We are seeking an experienced healthcare professional to join are team as a Clinical Facilitator- Student Support. This role is based in Inverness.

You will play a key role in supporting University of Aberdeen medical students by delivering high‑quality clinical and procedural skills teaching and providing pastoral and professional support across clinical and simulated learning environments. Working closely with NHS Highland and University colleagues, you will help ensure an excellent, safe and engaging learning experience for students.

You will be a registered healthcare professional with recent clinical experience and a strong interest in education and student support. You will have well‑developed communication skills, confidence teaching clinical and procedural skills, and the ability to support students from diverse backgrounds. Experience of simulation‑based education, assessment, or undergraduate medical teaching is desirable, as is the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.

This is an exciting development opportunity for clinicians with a passion for education who wish to contribute to undergraduate medical training in the Highlands.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Morven Wilson, Highland Director of Teaching (Undergraduate) (morven.wilson@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: MED262A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 16^th June 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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