Medical Connections Student Ambassador
Closing Date: 15/11/2026

Role Overview

The Medical Connections programme supports first year students on the MBChB Medicine and Surgery Degree Programme who fulfil widening participation criteria. The programme aims to increase confidence, resilience and effectiveness in team, group and networking situations, and prepare students for their future as a medic.

Lancaster Medical School is looking to appoint four current medical students (Years 2-5) as Medical Connections Student Ambassadors to support the delivery of the Medical Connections programme.

Start Date: 20 November 2026
End Date: 14 May 2027
Location: On campus work, and a trip to Manchester

The role involves supporting the delivery of and introductory session, four workshops and a trip to the General Medical Council between November 2026 to May 2027. Ambassadors will facilitate breakout sessions within the workshops to develop students self-knowledge, confidence and teamwork skills. The ambassadors will provide peer support and facilitate discussion around progression through the medical degree offering insight around placements, electives, intercalation and other aspects of the medical degree.

Please apply through ERS with:

1. A short CV including your education history and any relevant work experience and,
2. A cover letter no longer than one page explaining why you would like the position, how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification, and how you can draw upon your personal skills and experience in Medical School to support others.

If successful, you will join a pool of Ambassadors who will be invited to support the workshops subject to your availability once your timetables are confirmed. We would hope to get you involved with most if not all of the workshops, where your timetable permits.

Provisional workshop dates and times are as follows but may still be subject to change;

Friday 20th November 2026 - 17:00-18:00

Friday 11th December - 14:30-16:00

Monday 22^nd February - 17:00-19:00

Friday 16^th April - 17:00-19:00

To support delivery of the Medical Connections programme 2026 including;

• facilitate breakout sessions within the workshops to create a supportive and inclusive environment for discussion and questions.
• provide peer support and facilitate discussion around progression through the medical degree offering insight around placements, electives, intercalation and other aspects of the medical degree.
• share experiences of your degree and time within the Medical School and confidently talk about life at Lancaster University and in Medicine and Surgery.
• To act as an ambassador for the Medical Connections programme promoting its ethos, opportunities and enhancing its reputation.

• Demonstratable knowledge and/or personal experience of the Medical Connections programme
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to talk to other students in small groups.
• Enthusiastic attitude about your studies and Lancaster University.
• A friendly approach to interacting with other students
• Good knowledge of your degree scheme and the Medical School, Lancaster University, including the campus, facilities and student community.
• Reliable and punctual with a flexible approach to work.