Lecturer/Senior Lecturer for Postgraduate Surgical Education and Training

Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer for Postgraduate Surgical Education and Training Department: Surgical Affairs Tenure: Full time/Permanent Location: RCSI, Dublin 2 Reporting to: Professor of Postgraduate Surgical Education About the Organisation RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health. Here, you will thrive in an innovative and inclusive atmosphere and your personal development and wellbeing will be supported. We invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission "To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health". For each of the last six years, RCSI has been positioned in the Top 300 of universities worldwide in the Times Higher World University rankings. We are proud that RCSI ranks fifth in the world for "Good Health and Well-being" in the Times Higher Education #SDG #SDG Impact Rankings 2024. This reflects our commitment to supporting people of all ages to live healthy lives and our work to promote the concepts of well-being and positive health. Our values of Respect, Collaboration, Scholarship and Innovation continue to unite and direct our purpose. Innovating for a Healthier Future 2023-2027 is RCSI's new five-year strategic plan. Through it, RCSI will enhance human health by meeting the health workforce needs of society, creating the insights and inventions that drive health improvements, and working in partnership with patients and the public in support of better health and well-being for all. The strategy unites the RCSI community in supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals - with a particular focus on Goal 3, which targets good health and well-being. More details about RCSI can be ; in particular, I would point potential applicants towards the 2023 Institutional Review document, which gives a comprehensive overview of RCSI's governance and breadth of scope. We seek candidates whose experience to date has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to the "Race Equality Action Plan 2021-2024" at RCSI. Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. This makes our university stronger and ensures we hire the best talent. Background Surgical training in Ireland enjoys a global reputation based on a proud tradition of producing generations of leaders in surgery around the world. RCSI has continued to nurture and develop future surgical leaders through our comprehensive surgical training pathway, academic and Master's programs, and by supporting surgeons in practice with Continuing Professional Development. Our facilities include the National Surgical and Clinical Skills Training Centre at 26 York Street, which offers state-of-the-art clinical training suites, task training rooms, a flexible wet lab, and simulation space equipped with sophisticated audio-visual technology. The building also includes a 540-seat auditorium, a library spanning three floors, a sports hall, and a fitness suite. Designed to be student-centred, it enhances RCSI's capacity to deliver outstanding medical education and training. Objective of this Post The principal objective of the post is to contribute to the development, organisation, and delivery of curriculum, teaching, and assessment in Surgery and Emergency Medicine across all our postgraduate training and academic programs. The successful candidate will play a key role in both the technical and non-technical skills training offered at RCSI, with a focus on the development and use of simulation technology to support learning. RCSI is seeking an individual with experience in the development and delivery of skills-based education in healthcare. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic about teaching, innovative in their approach, and committed to delivering excellence in a multicultural academic environment. They will also be involved in the planning and organisation of teaching days and training events. Training and professional development support will be provided to the successful candidate. Specific Responsibilities include: Facilitate delivery of teaching across varied postgraduate programs in Surgery and Emergency Medicine, including technical and non-technical skills training. Plan, organise, and lead teaching days and simulation training sessions, ensuring smooth coordination of all aspects, from curriculum design to participant feedback. Liaise with clinical consultants in various specialties in the development and delivery of new specialty-specific programmes through the use of simulation, in conjunction with the Training Programme Directors and Assigned Education Supervisors. Provide curriculum development support to multiple programs within the Department of Surgical Affairs in line with best practices. Support the recruitment and development of adjunct faculty for curriculum delivery and onboarding to Surgical Affairs. Support the design and implementation of a comprehensive system of formative and summative assessments for learners across all our postgraduate Surgery and Emergency Medicine education programmes. Assist in the delivery of postgraduate examinations and skills assessments. Research and develop simulation solutions to enhance surgical skills learning, use of new equipment, and hybrid simulation for technical and non-technical skills courses. Interest in research and academic publishing is desirable. Successful candidates will be supported in developing and pursuing their own research projects if interested. However, if not, involvement in data collection and research support is also welcomed to contribute to broader research efforts in the department. Strong team player with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a collaborative spirit and be committed to fostering a positive, supportive team environment. Person Specification Essential: Hold a formal postgraduate qualification in healthcare, health sciences, education, or simulation. Experience in teaching particularly in a clinical or simulation setting. Enthusiasm for teaching and the ability to engage learners in both technical and non-technical skills. Strong organisational skills to manage the coordination of teaching days and events. Innovative approach to teaching, with experience or interest in using simulation technology in education. Possess excellent computer, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills. Personal drive, energy, and enthusiasm to inspire the achievement of excellent results. Strong commitment to quality improvement and personal professional development. Be an energetic and enthusiastic self-starter using your own initiative to complete tasks. Informal Enquiries: Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Clarissa Disconzi, Human Resources Department (email: ). Clarissa can arrange for relevant queries on the academic aspects of the role to be addressed by the hiring manager. All applications for this post must be made through the career's page Employee Benefits RCSI make sure you have the resources you need to thrive by offering a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being and insuring your financial future. Below are some additional benefits available to you as an RCSI employee: Minimum of 20 days annual leave, plus an additional 6.5 Privilege days Flexible/hybrid working options for colleagues across many roles Additional leave options incl. paid maternity leave, paternity/parental leave, study leave 7% Employer pension contribution Onsite gym €10 per/mth incl. classes and PT sessions Childcare support 20% discount at Giraffe Free eye test and annual flu vaccination TaxSaver commuter tickets and Bike to Work schemes A site sustainability team focusing on the environmental initiatives; Green Campus Initiative ' Competitively priced café and restaurant Equality, Diversity & Inclusion forums, and network groups Employee assistance programme with Spectrum Life Learning and Development training programmes incl. LinkedIn Learning for career progression Discounted services incl. GP visits, 10% off dental, staff parking, mobile tariffs, Group Scheme discount on numerous brands Sports and social club incl. yoga, Pilates, fitness classes, Zumba, running club, social evenings, Summer BBQ Ticket Draws for events including; Rugby, Taste of Dublin, Dublin Horse Show, theatre, music & comedy events Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI. Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position. RCSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or race. RCSI is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do. This ensures we can all work and learn in an environment defined by dignity and respect. Eligibility to work in Ireland is a requirement of this role, Proof of eligibility documentation will be required at a later date. Under limited and specific circumstances (research/ specialist roles) RCSI may be in a position to seek a hosting agreement and/or work permits. Employees are required to undertake 6 months service in their current role before applying for other internal opportunities, unless agreed in advance by the SMT representative