Pharmacology Faculty - College of Medicine
Pharmacology Faculty - College of Medicine
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JOB SUMMARY: A fulltime basic science faculty member is required to serve as an educator specializing in pharmacology facilitating Problem Based Learning (PBL) advising Osteopathic Medical students interviewing applicants and contributing to the mission of the college through research and service. The successful candidate is knowledgeable and qualified to teach Pharmacology at a Medical College level.
CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are a list of academic exercises that may be required as a fulltime member of the basic science faculty from time to time:
- Serve as content expert in area of expertise;
- Serve as Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitator;
- Review current and provide a minimum of two new examination questions for each PBL case mapped to the COMLEX and USMLE Blueprints;
- Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM);
- Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students;
- Serve as advisor to at least one student club;
- Serve on committees as assigned;
- Preparation of educational tools (A/V demonstration models lectures lesson plansetc.;
- Preparation of demonstrations lectures small group discussions and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources and coordinating these educational tools with other faculty members;
- Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be weak in various areas;
- Provide lectures for the MMS Program;
- Attend Team meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession;
- Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of PreClinical Education;
- Must be available for work during the hours assigned for student instruction;
- Contribute and be responsible for overall student success including but not limited to advising student outcomes delivery and test questions;
- Contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
- Participate in scholarly activity and research;
- Support the activities of the Student Scholarship Fund;
- Commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community including but not limited to serving on Boards participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach (subject to review and approval of the Dean during working hours); and
- Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institutions needs.
EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Applicantsmust complete the online application and upload current CV (curriculum vitae) to the application site. The applicant must also email a cover letter outlining how he/she wouldenhance the LECOM family a statement of teaching philosophy and contact informationfor threeprofessional references tohr@lecom.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of student and patients privacy (i.e. FERPA HIPAAetc.;
- Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office medical facility);
- Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suit i.e. Word PowerPoint and Excel) and accurate data entry skills;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Must be accurate and attentive to detail;
- Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;
- Maintain an established work schedule;
- Effective use of interpersonal and communications skills including tact and diplomacy;
- Effective use of organizational and planning skills including attention to detail and followthrough;
- Must be able to assess and prioritize multiple tasks projects and demands;
- Must maintain confidentiality of work related information and materials;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
- Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the COM;
- The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
- The ability to report to work as scheduled ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and
- The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to: Doctorate level of achievement in Pharmacology (Ph.D. etc. and at least two 2 years of teaching experience at a medical college level preferred or alternatives to these qualifications that are determined to be appropriate and acceptable for this position.
Employment Type
Full-Time
