Dr Shalinee Dhayal (She/Her)

About me:

Shalinee is a Lecturer in Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences, involved in teaching Medicine and Medical Sciences programmes. She joined University of Exeter in 2017 as Postdoctoral Research Fellow, subsequently transitioning into a teaching role. Currently a Lecturer, she is the Academic Lead for Student Support (Racial equality & Inclusion), Lead Academic Tutor for BSc Medical Sciences Profession Training Year (PTY), Term Lead for Year 2 BMBS and Module Lead on the module Decolonisation of Medicine.

Interests:

Shalinee has a strong interest in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) matters, driven by a commitment to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels valued and respected. She is passionate about advocating for underrepresented groups, promoting equal opportunities, and fostering a culture of belonging. Her focus is on developing and implementing strategies that support diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all voices are heard and that systemic barriers are addressed.

Shalinee is also passionate about decolonisation of medicine and medical curriculum, working to challenge and dismantle the colonial biases ingrained in healthcare systems. She focuses on promoting culturally sensitive practices, amplifying marginalised voices, and integrating Indigenous and non-Western perspectives into medical education and practice. By advocating for a more inclusive and equitable medical curriculum, Shalinee aims to contribute to a more just and inclusive healthcare system.

Qualifications:

• Fellowship of Higher Education Academy, AdvanceHE, UK
• PhD (Endocrine Pharmacology) - Peninsula Medical School, Universities of Exeter & Plymouth, UK
• MSc (Applied Microbiology) - Jiwaji University, India

Career:

• Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences, Education and Scholarship, University of Exeter, UK, Sep 2022 – to date
• Associate Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences, Education and Scholarship, University of Exeter, UK, Oct 2020- Aug 2022
• Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Exeter, UK, Sep 2017- Jun 2021
• Career Break taken to raise family, Feb 2014 – Aug 2017
• Research Fellow, University of Exeter Medical School, Plymouth, UK, Sep 2011- Jan 2014
• Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Peninsula Medical School, Plymouth, UK, Oct 2008- Aug 2011