Medical Education Fellow; Curriculum Development

Position

Medical Education Fellow (Curriculum Development)

University of East London (UEL)

Stratford Campus, Stratford Health Campus

Part Time, Fixed Term 12 months, 0.4–0.8 FTE, start August 2026. Closing date:
Sunday 15 March 2026.

Clinical Medicine Grade, up to 0.8 FTE. Salary dependent on experience.

UEL School of Medicine seeks a Medical Education Fellow to help design an innovative, community‑focused MBBS programme launching in 2027. The role involves developing curriculum, supporting simulation and technology‑enhanced learning, producing teaching materials, shaping assessment and admissions processes, and contributing to programme evaluation. The Fellow will work closely with the Medical Education and Curriculum teams and will be supported to complete a PG Cert in Clinical Education and pursue scholarly activity.

- Shape the new MBBS curriculum from the outset.

- Develop teaching materials, assessment tools, and placement pathways.

- Incorporate simulation and technology‑enhanced learning.

- Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues across the University.

- Contribute to programme evaluation and quality improvement.

- Support students’ widening participation and address local health inequalities.

• Primary medical qualification (MBBS/MBChB or equivalent) with GMC registration and licence to practice.
• Completed UK Foundation Programme or equivalent.
• Experience developing undergraduate medical teaching programmes.
• Knowledge of healthcare education for local populations and widening participation.
• Understanding and experience of interprofessional education principles.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and establish positive relationships with colleagues across disciplines.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Knowledge of GMC Outcomes for Graduates and Medical Licensing Assessment.

Open evening – online on Wednesday 11 March 2026 erviews – in person at UEL’s Stratford Campus on Wednesday 15 April 2026 from 0915 to 1200.

For more information or to submit your application, please contact Dr Diluxshy Elangaratnam (Curriculum Lead) at

• CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.
• Phone:  x 4600
• Email:

Competitive salary (DOE) and a range of excellent benefits. Full benefits information is available on the UEL website.

UEL is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to closing the diversity pay gap, are disability confident, and encourage all candidates to apply. If you require reasonable accommodations during recruitment, please let us know.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, enabling all to progress and thrive.