Teaching Fellow in Anatomy

Post Summary

The School of Medicine is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Anatomy. The applicant must hold a higher degree in anatomy or an anatomically related science and have an academic record commensurate to their career stage and the responsibilities of the post. Teaching responsibilities will involve supervision of practical classes, management of dissection theatre activities and occasional lecture delivery. The post will involve liaison with, and the support of module leads in the coordination and preparation of anatomy practical class teaching and assessments to students (primarily first and second year fresh). The successful candidate will be required to undertake teaching related administrative duties and responsibilities as directed by the Head of Discipline.

The Discipline teaches practical anatomy primarily through dissected and prosected human donor bodies and vertically integrates anatomical knowledge where possible.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in cadaveric anatomy. Experience in undergraduate teaching is highly desirable. The post holder must have an excellent command of the English language and good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Police vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for a post.

Post status: 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract  

Hours of Post: 35 hours per week

Salary:

This appointment will be made on the

Teaching Fellow 175BN Scale

(€38,719 to €50,134) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. 

How to apply:

In order to assist with the selection process, candidates should submit a cover letter together with a full Curriculum Vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees (email addresses if possible) and a teaching statement (2 pages summarising teaching experience and philosophy).

In their teaching statement, applicants should provide a clear account of their undergraduate teaching experience to date. To include:

Examples of their understanding of and involvement in anatomy teaching modalities and how they have contributed to the learning process of others.

Their ability to work proactively and examples of problem resolution.

 Please Note:

• Applicants who do not address the application requirements above will not be considered at the short list stage.
• Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment may include the delivery of a presentation and may include a test of practical skills.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted.

Please see the Job Description below for this position.

Informal enquiries

 about this post should be made to Christine Monahan, E:

[email protected]

.

Application queries

about this post, please email the Recruitment Team, E:  

[email protected]

, and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

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