About the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
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 are seeking a Senior Postdoctoral Fellow to join our Health Professions Education Centre (HPEC).
About the HPEC
The HPEC is committed to enhancing RCSI's educational culture to meet the evolving needs of future healthcare professionals.
A key focus is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) literacy opportunities into curricula to prepare graduates for the technological advancements in healthcare.
This approach aligns with the growing importance of AI in healthcare, ensuring that RCSI graduates are well-prepared to utilise and critically evaluate AI technologies in their future careers.
About the Project
The successful candidate will make a key contribution to the AI2MED project, which aims to develop curricula, training programs and Incubation Labs to bridge the AI skills gap and accelerate AI adoption enabling better diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring with precision and personalised care.
The outcomes of this project include microcredentials and MOOCs in areas such as Data Management and Cybersecurity, Advanced Digital Competencies, Interpersonal and Cross-Disciplinary Communication, and AI Ethics and Oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with the international research team to design and implement healthcare-related AI curricula
* Develop teacher training materials for AI medicine curricula and select appropriate cases for implementation
* Manage project communications (monthly newsletter, LinkedIn content)
* Support facilitation of partner agreements (MOUs) and contribute to the organisation of dissemination events
* Engage in dissemination activities, including writing academic papers, presenting findings at conferences, and engaging with relevant professional networks.
About You
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual with a strong background in health professions education, artificial intelligence education or related fields.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., education, healthcare training, digital health, artificial intelligence) and demonstrated expertise in health professions education, artificial intelligence education or related fields.
The selected candidate will have strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of academic publications and presentations, are essential.
What We Offer
RCSI offers a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being and insuring your financial future.
Some additional benefits available to you as an RCSI employee include:
* 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
* 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