Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University of Kent or Canterbury Christ Church University
Are you passionate about development and delivery of biomedical and preclinical education? Would you be interested in an opportunity to contribute and influence the strategic development of Medical Biosciences within a Medical School? If so, this may be an opportunity for you!
Please note, this role is currently a 6-month Maternity cover.
As Head of Medical Biosciences you can expect to be involved in:
Contributing to and influencing the development of medical biosciences throughout the KMMS BMBS programme, ensuring that the programme satisfies GMC requirements for a Primary Medical Qualification Supporting the subject module leaders and administrative staff in development, maintenance and delivery of all related modulesContributing to and influencing preparations for effective internal and external academic quality and governance processes and systems, including those associated with professional, statutory and regulatory bodies Working closely with the Undergraduate Programme Director, other KMMS Educators and Academic Year Leads as they are appointed to ensure excellence within the educational strategy of KMMSPlaying a key role in the current review of the KMMS BMBS programme that aims to streamline the programme to improve efficiency without compromising academic quality and integrityWhat will you bring to the role?
A research or professional doctoral degree (PhD or MD) in Medical Biosciences. Information about allied metrics of success, such as publications and grant applications, should be providedIn depth understanding of current issues in undergraduate medical educationExperience of and commitment to academic leadership and managementExperience of successful curriculum design, implementation and evaluationWhat we can offer in return:
As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:
43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributionsCorporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden HealthFor more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and the core values of KMMS. We also welcome applications from individuals who wish to work less than full time.
We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/
Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number KMMS-277-25.
Closing Date: 29 Jun 2025
Section: Academic
Salary: £66,857 to £70,918 per annum