Lecturer in Anatomy

St. Augustine, Trinidad

The UWI Global School of Medicine is committed to nurturing the next generation of physicians, researchers and healthcare leaders, who will address the evolving challenges of modern medicine. Our curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in medical sciences, while integrating cutting-edge technology, hands-on clinical training and interdisciplinary collaboration. The UWI-GSM believes that a global perspective is essential in today’s interconnected world, and its programmes are tailored to prepare students to excel in diverse healthcare settings. The School is committed to providing a support network, diverse programmes and a track record of success.
The UWI Global School of Medicine adheres to international accreditation standards, ensuring a world-class medical education. The UWI-GSM programmes meet the requirements for medical licensure and global practice.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must possess at minimum, from a recognised university:

• A PhD or equivalent Doctoral Degree which should be in Anatomy, or a closely related Anatomical Science (e.g. Clinical Anatomy, Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Neuroscience)

         OR

• An MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification, with postgraduate qualifications in Anatomy

 

Candidates should also possess:

• Evidence of successful teaching in Anatomy at university level
• Evidence of scholarly activity appropriate to career stage
• Demonstrated expertise in Anatomy

 

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Additional postgraduate training in Anatomy
• Formal training in medical education, curriculum design, or higher education pedagogy
• At least three (3) years’ teaching and/or research experience in Anatomy
• Experience teaching medical students
• Experience in student assessment including written examinations, practical examinations and OSCEs
• Experience supervising laboratory sessions
• Experience integrating Anatomy teaching with clinical application
• Experience delivering Anatomy teaching within clinical settings
• Research expertise in Musculoskeletal Anatomy
• Research expertise in Neuroanatomy
• Curriculum development and course design
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to integrated systems-based curricula

Contact:

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Director, The UWI Global School of Medicine, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago,
W.I. via e-mail: globalschoolmedicine.sta@uwi.edu. Two (2) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at
http://www.sta.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Director at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University.  Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

 

Compensation

 Basic Salary:  Lecturer (Medical) – TT$282,600.00 per annum

 Benefits:         Transportation Allowance – TT$39,000.00 per annum

                            Housing Allowance – 20% of basic salary

 The appointment is for a fixed term, beginning 2026 November 01 and ending no later than 2027 October 31.

Download: Application Pack