Senior Exam Invigilator

Job Title: Senior Exam Invigilator - Written & Clinical Assessments Reporting To: Team Lead Examinations & Assessment Location: RCSI Department: Examinations & Assessment Closing date for applications: 5pm, Sunday, 31 August Interview date: 11th and 12th of September from 12pm - 5pm both days 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 invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission "To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health". For each of the last six years, RCSI has been positioned in the Top 300 of universities worldwide in the Times Higher World University Rankings. We are proud that RCSI ranks fifth in the world for "Good Health and Well-being" in the Times Higher Education #SDG #SDG Impact Rankings 2024. This reflects our commitment to supporting people of all ages to live healthy lives and our work to promote the concepts of well-being and positive health. Our values of Respect, Collaboration, Scholarship and Innovation continue to unite and direct our purpose. Innovating for a Healthier Future 2023-2027 is RCSI's new five-year strategic plan. Through it, RCSI will enhance human health by meeting the health workforce needs of society, creating the insights and inventions that drive health improvements, and working in partnership with patients and the public in support of better health and well-being for all. The strategy unites the RCSI community in supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals - with a particular focus on Goal 3, which targets good health and well-being. More details about RCSI can be ; in particular. 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 invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission "To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health". We seek candidates whose experience to date has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to the "Race Equality Action Plan 2025-2029" at RCSI. Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. This makes our university stronger and ensures we hire the best talent. About the post: We are seeking reliable, detail-oriented Senior invigilators to support the delivery of written and clinical examinations at our medical college. The role involves ensuring the integrity and smooth running of assessments, with a particular focus on digital systems used in exam administration and delivery. Job Responsibilities Written Exams Set up exam venue Monitor computer-based and paper-based exam environments. Ensure candidates adhere to exam regulations and procedures. Assist with login procedures and troubleshoot basic technical issues. Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, and irregularities. Clinical Exams (OSCEs) Support the setup and flow of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations. Coordinate with examiners, actors/patients, and candidates to ensure timely transitions. Monitor stations for compliance with assessment protocols. Use tablets or digital scoring systems to record examiner feedback or candidate performance. Digital Literacy & Systems Use Operate digital platforms used for exam delivery, candidate tracking, and incident reporting. Navigate online invigilation tools, exam dashboards, and communication platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom). Report technical issues promptly and escalate where necessary. Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards when handling digital records. Training & Exam Management Involvement in training & supervision of new invigilators Act as escalation point for queries from the invigilator pool on the day Knowledge & Experience - (Essential): Strong digital literacy and confidence using computers, tablets, and online platforms. Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely. Professional demeanour and ability to remain calm under pressure. Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups. Flexibility & adaptability when required Desirable Skills Experience in exam invigilation or educational settings. Familiarity with clinical exam formats (e.g., OSCEs). Basic troubleshooting skills for IT-related issues. Understanding of GDPR and data protection principles. Working Hours: Variable, based on exam schedules. Includes early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends. Training Provided: Full mandatory training on exam procedures, safeguarding, and digital systems. Ongoing support and refresher sessions throughout the academic year. Remuneration and benefits: €21 per hour clinical rate €18 per hour written rate Holiday pay Car parking paid for at clinical sites We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application - we'd love to hear from you. Application Process Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter. Informal Enquiries: Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Mr Kenny Franks, Head of Examinations & assessment (email: ). All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage . Please note we do not accept CVs directly. Additional Requirements Please note that successful candidates will be required to complete: Garda Vetting Police Clearance (if in residence outside of Ireland for periods of 6 months or more at any stage) Garda Vetting will be conducted by RCSI and partners but Police Clearance certification from countries outside of Ireland will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.