Aston Medical School
Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £38,784 to £56,535 per annum (pro-rata)
Grade: Grade 08 to Grade 09
Contract Type: Permanent
Basis: Part Time (0.84)
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 23 January 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Reference: 1558-25
Release Date: Friday 09 January 2026
Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Lecturer in Aston Medical Schools Physician Associate Practice MSc. Part of the Aston Medical School within the College of Health and Life Sciences, which is the home to the MBChB, PA MSc and BSc Nursing programmes. Applications are invited from highly experienced health care practitioners with relevant experience in clinical teaching and learning.
Overall, you will report to the Programme Directors and be part of a growing team of teaching staff delivering high quality medical education across the Medical School. You will be working in a team of 9, we are proud to be student experience focused and championing problem-based learning approaches to clinical education. These posts will have a requirement to teach, deliver clinical skills sessions and facilitate small group PBL sessions.
We are a growing, ambitious department, with an emphasis on team-working, collegiality, and making a strong, tangible contribution to the college and university with a culture in which staff and students feel supported.
Please see the job description and person specification relevant to the post of senior lecturer for full details of the post requirements.
The successful applicant will contribute to the Department’s teaching, and external engagement, including through -
- Support and lead the delivery of the Physician Associate programme and to the delivery of other modules as appropriate and depending upon experience and expertise.
- Take responsibility for the design, content and delivery of specific areas of teaching and learning.
- Contribute to the wider student experience through personal tutoring, classroom teaching and providing support in and outside the classroom.
- Assist in student recruitment activities, including interviews, open days and external recruitment events.
- Leading and supporting student projects at Masters
- Teaching/proving support to students at all levels of study and carrying out associated processes; contributing to programme design and content; innovating in delivery and assessment; engaging with quality assurance.
- Helping students on clinical placements
- There is a requirement for the applicant to maintain clinical practice during their tenure.
We are looking for someone with qualifications and experience in healthcare. You could be a Medical Associate Professional, Doctor, Nursing or Allied Healthcare Professional. You should hold a professional registration such as GMC/NMC/HCPC or be a member of the appropriate MVR. Successful applicants will also hold or be willing to obtain Fellow or Senior Fellow status of the Academy of Higher Education. You should also have the ability to work with a range of learners, and an understanding of clinical programmes is an important attribute, as is the desire to contribute to a positive, collegiate environment, building good relationships with students, industry partners and colleagues.
Please be advised, this role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family-friendly policies.
- On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
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We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.
If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk
