Dr Delia O’Rourke

Delia is Director of the MSc in Genomic Medicine at the Nuffield Department of Medicine. Her work  focuses on curriculum development, assessment design, pedagogical developments and the integration of digital tools to support teaching in biomedical sciences.

Originally trained in molecular genetics, Delia held postdoctoral research positions at Harvard Medical School, the Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, and the Oxford Department of Biochemistry. Her research spanned virology, gene regulation, and host-pathogen interactions.

She transitioned into educational leadership following a period as an Educational Development Consultant for the University, where she designed pedagogical training for University STEM  educators. In 2021, she co-founded the Oxford Postgraduate Teaching Network (OPTN) to foster a cross-divisional community of practice in postgraduate education.

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Undergraduate teaching

Delia tutors Biochemistry and Human Sciences undergraduates with a focus on Data Handling, Genomics, and Human Genetics. She also provides supervision for undergraduate dissertations.

Graduate teaching

As Director of the MSc in Genomic Medicine, Delia leads the strategic design of the curriculum , teaching practice and assessment frameworks. Her teaching contributions include delivering  lectures, tutorials, leading modules and practical wet-lab sessions. As an academic advisor  she  guides students in academic research skills and professional development.