External Examiner – PgCert Clinical Education Programme

Opening Date:
1 Feb 2025
Closing Date:
20 Feb 2025
Salary Range:

The Leeds Institute of Medical Education (LIME) is seeking an external examiner for the PgCert Clinical Education programmes.

About the Programmes
The PgCert Clinical Education is a part-time programme designed to develop healthcare professionals into outstanding educators. It incorporates a campus-based and an online programme and supports students working in clinical settings.

Role and Responsibilities
As an external examiner, you will:

  • Ensure that PgCert Clinical Education student performance standards at the University of Leeds are comparable to those at similar UK institutions.
  • Confirm that assessment processes are fair, rigorous, and conducted with full regard for student equity.
  • Approve coursework and examination materials.
  • Provide an annual report offering feedback and recommendations.
  • Moderate a sample of student work across relevant modules.
  • Attend up to three online Department Assessment Boards per year.
  • Complete a one-day University External Examiners Induction session.

Essential Criteria
Applicants should have:

  • Experience in clinical, medical, or healthcare education.
  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) (Advance HE).
  • Experience in higher education, particularly in academic standards assurance.

Application Process:
To express your interest, or if you would like to discuss specific information relating to the above programme, please send a CV and cover letter to Dr Daniella Spiteri Cornish on email: D.Spitericornish@leeds.ac.uk