King's College London

About Us

The Anatomy Department at King’s has a rich history, exceptional facilities, and world-class, progressive educators and researchers. Our diverse expertise in Education and Science Communication, Cell & Developmental Biology, and Tissue Engineering & Imaging Sciences fuel our modern, research-led education delivery. We are a collaborative multidisciplinary department working to understand the structure and function of the human body, from cells to organ systems, including development, ageing and evolution.

Anatomy is a fundamental subject in the biomedical sciences that fosters creativity and curiosity. We are proud to use traditional dissection coupled with cutting-edge technology and imaging in our education practice, developing widely transferrable practical abilities, as well as skills in exploration and observation, documentation and communication.

About The Role

Anatomy Demonstrators teach and supervise undergraduate students in the Department of Anatomy and the Biosciences, as well as those students studying Dental, Medical and Physiotherapy programmes. This is done via tutorial, dissections and other classes. Demonstrators are also involved in the teaching of external groups (e.g. osteopathic medicine, sport therapy, nursing etc.). They may be required occasionally to assist in the setting and marking of “spot” examinations. Some of our Demonstrators are also required to design, teach and assess a series of tutorials on the Advanced Human Anatomy module. All Demonstrators are required to produce prosections to be used for teaching. 

Demonstrators are fully briefed on the requirements for teaching on a weekly basis. They will receive instruction on aspects of Anatomy relevant to the classes in which they are involved. These will be delivered by academic members of the Department responsible for organising the Dental, Medical and Science courses. Moreover, there is also help and supervision for research and publication submissions and the chance to take a pivotal position in the Alcock anatomical society. If relevant, demonstrators on a clinical career path are also given expert guidance and training (no fee, on-site and online) towards their postgraduate examinations (e.g. MRCS). Reasonable time will be given to sit professional examinations and to attend recognised courses of study. 

All Demonstrators are offered research opportunities, which are discussed with them upon arrival. Supervision and guidance for these projects are given by the academic staff of the Department. Demonstrators are encouraged to present their projects at a scientific meeting (e.g. British Association of Clinical Anatomy, Anatomical Society), and to submit an abstract or paper for publication. Such research is not obligatory but likely useful in today’s competitive postgraduate training.

This post will be offered on an a fixed-term contract for 9 months, from 1st September 2025 to 31st May 2026. 

This is a part-time post but teaching occurs daily during term-time. If relevant, locums and other roles are possible during the appointment when the teaching time-table allows.

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. Demonstrate teaching experience and skills
2. Have a sound knowledge and understanding of anatomy
3. Demonstrate leadership skills
4. Have excellent communication skills
5. Have a valid UK work permit

Desirable criteria

1. Have a teaching qualification (e.g. PGCert)
2. A. If clinically trained, have a BSc or iBSc qualification and/or research experience B. If non-clinical background, have an MSc/PhD in Anatomy, Education or relevant topics
3. Demonstrate commitment to a career path where this post would provide a key stepping stone.

Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.

Candidates who are shortlisted will be interviewed in the style of MMIs, which will include two short teaching sessions on anatomy topics in the dissecting room. 

We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.