The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries. 

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as: 

Your next opportunity

Sunderland Medical School was one of only five new Medical Schools established to address the regional imbalance of medical education places across England and to widen access to ensure that the profession reflects the communities it serves.

At full capacity we have a cohort of 585 Medical Students. The School of Medicine sits within the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing at Sunderland University which has a track-record of excellence in science and healthcare education spanning almost 100 years. Our programme allows medical students to learn within our state-of-the-art teaching and learning spaces, including outstanding laboratory facilities, the latest in high fidelity clinical simulation equipment and some of the best hospital, third sector and GP settings in England.

Please note, this role will be paid on the Clinical Academic PayScale as appropriate.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will be a GMC-registered doctor with substantial experience of medical education and a strong understanding of Fitness to Practise processes. You will bring sound judgement, integrity, and the ability to make fair, transparent, and evidence-based decisions in complex and sensitive cases involving student conduct, professionalism, health, and patient safety.

You will have experience working within the NHS and higher education environments and understand the governance arrangements that support medical student progression. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to engage effectively with students, academic colleagues, professional services teams, senior leaders, clinical partners, and regulators.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks: 

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need. 

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability. 

Closing date: Sunday 6th September 2026 (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact:

Professor Mark Shipley, Undergraduate Programme Lead, Mark.Shipley@Sunderland.ac.uk

We may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, don't wait – get your application in early!

Closing Date: 06 Sep 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: This role will be paid on the Clinical Academic PayScale as appropriate.

The University of Sunderland offers life‑changing opportunities for more than 27,500 students across our campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, as well as through global partnerships in 19 countries.

We’re an inclusive, ambitious and forward‑looking University in a vibrant city that’s constantly evolving. We’re also entering an exciting new phase with a refreshed vision and strategic ambitions shaped around the changing higher education landscape.

As we move through 2026, we’re celebrating being recognised as:

• A top 30 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for student support services (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
• 1st in the North‑East for teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026)

Your next opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the education of Sport and Exercise Science, and future Sport and Exercise Medicine practitioners in the vibrant School of Medicine, and to contribute to the promotion of teaching, research and reach-out activities across the School, and wider Faculty. You will join our creative team of educators and contribute to our thriving partnership with schools, colleges, sport, fitness, public health, and healthcare providers. We are seeking an experienced sport and exercise physiologist, preferably with an interest in clinical exercise physiology or sport and exercise medicine, with a passion for education and supporting the students undergoing professional development. 

Due to exciting new developments, there is an opportunity for an experienced educator to join the team on a two-year fixed term contract.

Is this you?

The successful candidate will ideally hold current professional membership with the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) or Clinical Exercise Physiology UK, and a PhD/Doctorate in a relevant subject area. Individual CASES Sport and Exercise Accreditation is desirable. Key experience and skills we are looking for include:

o Significant experience leading and managing undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses.

o Significant teaching experience in the fields of exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, or sport and exercise medicine, and research methods and applied professional practice are essential. A willingness to contribute to teaching biomechanics or performance analysis is desirable.

o Significant experience providing outstanding personalised student/learner academic support and applied professional practice supervision.

o Significant experience leading innovative programme developments in the higher education sector.

o established regional, national, and/or international collaborations and networks in the field of sport and exercise physiology, clinical exercise physiology, and/or sport and exercise medicine to drive and strengthen innovation, research, and knowledge exchange.

o established research profile along with significant experience leading high-impact research and building research capacity. 

The role requires the successful candidate to be an autonomous practitioner who can offer expert knowledge, guidance and support to the student and the wider team. This Senior Lecturer post is both exciting and challenging and requires excellent knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning; supporting staff and students within and across teams while successfully leading modules in an HEI setting.

Why join us?

At the University of Sunderland, we’re more than a place of learning, we’re a welcoming community that values inclusivity, collaboration, and well-being. We don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that come with support, flexibility, and plenty of perks:

Ready to Apply?

Before getting started, please download the Role Profile under ‘Job Description’ so you have everything you need.

Our application questions assess you directly against the essential and desirable criteria for the role. We do not review CVs at this stage, so please provide detailed, evidence-based answers to help us understand your suitability.

Closing date: Friday 4th September (23:59 GMT)

If you have questions about the role, please contact: Lisa.board@sunderland.ac.uk, (Associate Head of School, Sport, Health and Performance) or Will.evans@sunderland.ac.uk (Programme Lead).

Closing Date: 04 Sep 2026

Team: Academic

Salary: £46,756 to £58,228