Teaching Assistant in Anatomy (MED266A)

We are seeking Teaching Assistants with qualifications and experience in Anatomy to join the vibrant team of academic, technical, and professional services staff in the delivery of our world-class MBChB, BSc, BDS, Physician Associate and Science teaching programmes. The posts will be located in the University’s Suttie Centre, on the Foresterhill Healthcare Campus.

The posts are available from August and September 2026. They are designed to sustain and increase our teaching capacity within Anatomy, and the persons appointed will join an enthusiastic, hard-working team led by our Regius Professor of Anatomy, Simon Parson. Anatomy teaching at Aberdeen is well-regarded locally and nationally, and you will have the opportunity to be a part of this success. We strive to deliver excellent, student-centred education and constantly seek to improve and innovate. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a range of modern teaching opportunities, where we aim to encourage problem solving and understanding ahead of memorisation of anatomy. We have excellent, modern facilities and are currently investing in upgraded digital resources and learning spaces. Anatomy is a key subject area within the Institute of Education for Healthcare and Medical Sciences and a significant part of the Suttie Centre where staff are based.

The candidates should ideally be educated to Masters level (or equivalent qualification) in Anatomy or related subject such as physiology or medicine or to BSc (Hons) level with experience relevant to this role and with cadaveric material.

UG teaching experience (including dissection and laboratory practicals) and an enthusiasm for teaching innovation and development is desirable.

We have two positions available; one on a substantive basis and one on a fixed-term basis from 1^st September 2026 to 30^th May 2027.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 scale, £33,002 - £36,636 per annum, pro rata, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Regius Professor Simon Parson (e-mail: simon.parson@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: MED266A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 23^rd July 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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