The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.
We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.
As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:
* A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
* 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
* 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)
The University of Sunderland's new School of Medicine has welcomed its fifth cohort of students. This marks a very exciting time for our University, our NHS partners and the City/Region.
With a track record of excellence in health education spanning almost 100 years, the University is well placed to contribute to the expansion of medical training and help to address the chronic shortage in some medical specialities including general practice in the North East. We have a significant focus on widening access and a recently successful National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) bid to establish our Clinical Academic Training Office (CATO).
As our CATO Educational Administrator, you will be part of a core medical school team and wider university team of six research and education administrators. You will work closely with Clinical and Academic colleagues across the programme, deliver the different functions of the CATO, working with external partners and internal support services.
You will provide liaison with timetabling, teaching staff and student recruitment/services/admissions/academic registry/finance, liaison with external partners and regulators. Including the current successful GP ITP programme.
Please note this is a fixed‑term position until 31/08/2027.
Is this you?
The successful candidate will be educated to A-level standard (or equivalent) or have substantial relevant experience in a similar role. You will have experience of funding, project development and external engagement and be highly organised, with strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail.
At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well‑being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:
* Health and well‑being support, from private medical cover to gym discounts.
* Learning and development that helps you achieve your goals.
Ready to Apply?
Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.
Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence‑based answers to help us understand your suitability.
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