The University of Leicester is seeking an outstanding senior clinical educator to take on the role of University Lead for Simulation within Leicester Medical School. This part‑time appointment (0.2 FTE) is offered for three years, subject to satisfactory educational appraisal, with the potential for renewal. The postholder will provide overarching leadership for the design, delivery and strategic development of simulation‑based education across years one to five of the MB ChB curriculum, working across acute, community and general practice settings. Simulation activity is centred within the University’s state‑of‑the‑art Simulation Centre at Leicester (SC@LE), based in the Robert Kilpatrick Building at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. Working closely with academic and clinical colleagues across the University and its partner providers, the role will shape a coherent and innovative simulation curriculum that supports the development of clinical skills, patient safety, communication, teamwork and professional identity. The postholder will lead and support simulation fellows, contribute to assessment and scholarship, and play a key role in ensuring that simulation remains central to a high‑quality, future‑focused medical education. The role is integral to the University of Leicester’s mission to deliver inspiring education and to act as a community of “Citizens of Change”, advancing learning through innovation and collaboration. About you You will be a medically qualified professional with full GMC registration and a licence to practise, holding a substantive clinical post at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. You will bring significant experience of delivering and leading clinical simulation within undergraduate or postgraduate medical education, alongside a strong interest in educational innovation and scholarship. You will be confident in designing and delivering high‑quality learning and assessment, including OSCEs, and in working effectively across multiple clinical and educational partners. A postgraduate qualification in medical education and a track record of scholarly activity in simulation are desirable. You will be an inclusive and motivating leader, with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and the ability to inspire colleagues and learners alike. You will be committed to maintaining high professional standards, continuing professional development and the values of the University of Leicester, which emphasise being inclusive, inspiring and impactful. The University is committed to upholding freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law, and to equity, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of its work, and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates who share these principles. Additional information Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Sophie Parkinson; [email protected]. The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world. As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive. We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Unable to show this video due to your cookie preferences