Essential Medical Science Yr2 Integrated Core Unit (ICU) Co-Lead

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual with knowledge and experience in course delivery, assessment, curriculum design, and scholarship of teaching and learning, with a focus on Mechanisms of Disease. With the ability to collaborate effectively and to motivate and inspire learners, you will become a valued academic member of the Institute of Medical Education. You will support innovation in our taught programmes, introducing new forms of teaching and learning. 

The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world.  We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities.  Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe. 

The Essential Medical Science ICU Yr2 allows students to acquire the knowledge and terminology of the disease processes, recognising the mechanisms of how a disease develops. Students also gain perspective on the importance of given diseases, including commonality, biological interest, how it is related to occupation, social implications, and the important principles. Obtaining an understanding of the major categories of genetic disease, the principles and techniques of chromosome and gene analysis, with an awareness of ethical issues around inherited disease. They will be able to describe the fundamental process of inheritance, how mutations affect individuals, families, and the population. 

The module is divided into two strands: Mechanisms of Disease and Genetics in Medicine and is delivered in Term 1 of the academic year. An administrator supports the ICU with room booking, dissemination of paperwork, organising meetings, monitoring student attendance and identifying and flagging any issues.

You will also work with colleagues to support them in the introduction of pioneering curriculum design delivery, utilising interactive teaching methods, inclusive and authentic learning, and assessment. It is essential that applicants are employees of NHS organisations and that those organisations are affiliated with the University of Leeds. 

All leadership roles within the MBChB will be allocated equitably to allow for fair management and staff wellbeing.

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner.   We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

What we offer in return

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salaryHealth and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants.  Information on other visa options is available via the Government’s Work in the UK page.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Lisa Enright, MBChB Year 2 Co-Lead, Email: L.Enright@leeds.ac.uk

and

Richard Bishop, MBChB Year 2 Co-Lead, Email: R.I.Bishop@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2025

Section: Academic

Salary: per annum pro-rata