"Time out of Programme Experience (OOPE) Fellowship in Primary Care Medical Education"

About the role

Imperial College London is seeking applications for two twelve-month OOPE Fellowships in Primary Care Medical Education, providing GP trainees who have completed their ST2 year with the unique opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in medical education.

What you would be doing

The post holders will broaden their experience and build foundations for a career in medical education, gaining skills to support future roles in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. They will receive educational and pastoral supervision from the Faculty Development Lead, participate in Unit activities, and may take on additional duties in agreement with the Director.

The core duties of the post consist of teaching and examining medical students, curriculum planning, design, implementation and evaluation. Ongoing training is provided in house, and opportunities for external training and attending relevant conferences and meetings are also available. These include courses provided by the Educational Development Unit (EDU), with the potential to apply for the PG Cert in Clinical Education, and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) where timelines and availability allow.

What we are looking for

• Current GP trainee in any NHS England Healthcare Education Workforce region
• Completed ST2 between 1 June – 1 Sept 2026 and not yet commenced ST3 year
• Current satisfactory ARCP outcome on application
• Satisfactory ARCP on commencement of post confirming end of year ST2 sign off
• Demonstrable interest in medical education
• Evidence of teaching and evaluation
• Effective organisational, planning and administrative skills

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity by sharing your passion and inspiring the next generation.
• Gain access to Imperial's top-tier Educational Development Unit, which offers a wide range of tailored educational development services to meet your needs.
• Support to apply for a post graduate qualification in Medical Education
• Join a diverse and innovative learning and teaching community at an institution that values research-led educational provision.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

The post holders will be based in the multi-award-winning Undergraduate Primary Care Education Unit, one of the largest of its kind in the UK, fellows will contribute to MBBS teaching and assessment, gain experience in curriculum design, evaluation, and educational research, and participate in the Unit’s educational communities of practice (eCoPs).

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week).

This role is for a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact Dr Sarah Green - s.l.green@imperial.ac.uk