RCEMLearning has grown significantly in recent years and is now embedded within the educational practice of RCEM and the wider Emergency Medicine (EM) community. By combining a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) with Free Open Access Medical (FOAMed) resources, RCEMLearning supports exam preparation, teaching delivery, critical appraisal, alignment with evolving evidence-based medicine, and ongoing ePortfolio/CPD activity.
For 202627 we are appointing two 12-month Digital Education Fellows (DEFs):
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Digital Education Fellow Emergency Medicine (Adult EM)
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Digital Education Fellow Paediatrics in Emergency Medicine (PEM)
Both Fellows will remain based in their Trusts on an 80:20 split (80% clinical, 20% RCEMLearning), subject to Trust agreement for protected time. RCEMLearning funds up to 4,000 toward a relevant postgraduate education qualification (e.g., PgCert/PgDip), with an expectation that coursework focuses on research/practical projects aligned to RCEMLearnings educational ethos.
Key responsibilities (both posts)
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Develop new, high-quality learning content across RCEMLearning (e.g., FOAMed, assessed exams, CPD) aligned to RCEMs Educational Strategic Objectives.
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Lead and contribute to the editorial review cycle for existing content to keep it current and high-value.
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Ensure materials meet the diverse educational and professional development needs of RCEM members.
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Serve on the RCEM eLearning Committee and contribute to platform strategy.
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Support integration of RCEMLearning resources into local departmental teaching.
Track-specific focus examples
Adult EM Fellow
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Exam-aligned SBA/OSCE resources for adult EM
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FOAMed series on high-impact adult EM topics
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Audit of adult EM modules against guideline updates
Track-specific focus examples
Paediatrics in EM Fellow
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PEM-focused cases, SBAs, and micro-learning assets
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Content refresh for paediatric pathways and safeguarding topics
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Collaboration with PEM networks to surface best practice
Eligibility
We welcome applications from doctors and ACPs working in Adult EM or PEM who can demonstrate a strong interest in digital medical education and an educational portfolio. Applicants must:
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Be an RCEM member by the start date;
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Hold a primary medical qualification and ideally be working in EM or have completed a Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice and be working as an ACP in Adult or Paediatric EM;
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Evidence an educational portfolio and substantive interest/experience in digital medical education.
Part-time candidates are encouraged to apply. The DEF is a fixed-term, 12-month role with a 6-month review. Candidates must secure Trust approval confirming the 20% RCEMLearning time. Reasonable, pre-agreed RCEM travel expenses will be covered.
Timeframe (20262027)
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Applications open: Friday 31st October 2025
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Applications close: Monday 1st December 2025, 17:00 (UK time)
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Shortlisting: w/c 10 December 2025
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Online interviews: w/c 12th January 2026
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Offers made: by 31st January 2026
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Fellowship period: 1 August 2026 31 July 2027
What youll gain
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Protected time to design, test and scale digital education that reaches the entire EM community
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Editorial and product experience across a large national e-learning platform
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Funded postgraduate study (up to 4,000) with real-world projects embedded in your clinical-education practice
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Mentoring and committee exposure, building leadership and QA experience in medical education
How to apply
Please email RCEMLearning@rcem.ac.uk with:
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CV (max 2 pages)
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500-word statement describing your suitability, track preference (Adult EM or PEM), and what you propose to deliver in your 20% time (include brief project ideas aligned to the responsibilities above)
Deadline: Monday 1st December 2025, 17:00 (UK time)
Please ensure you have written confirmation from your Trust supporting the 80:20 split before interview. Shortlisted candidates should remain available for online interviews in January 2026.