Full-Time Faculty: Behavioral Health and Social Sciences (School of Medicine)
Full-Time Faculty: Behavioral Health and Social Sciences (School of Medicine)
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Overview:
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Medical Sciences specializing in Behavioral Health and Social Sciences (BASS). The position is offered at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. QU Netter has a strong focus on teaching excellence and utilization of innovative pedagogy. This faculty member will play an integral role in curriculum development and instruction with a primary focus on integrating Behavioral Health and Social Sciences content into the Foundations of Medicine course. The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative academic environment that values student engagement inclusive teaching practices and curricular innovation. They will support the schools mission by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop instructional materials and by fostering student learning across the pre-clinical curriculum.
Successful candidates will have experience with curriculum development and teaching in Behavioral Health and Social Sciences. In addition to responsibility for the BASS curriculum candidates will be expected to teach broadly across the pre-clinical curriculum with a primary focus on the content in the Foundations of Medicine course and contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
About the School:
The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University graduated its inaugural class of medical students in May 2017. The school was founded with the aim of educating diverse patient-centered physicians who are partners and leaders in an interprofessional primary-care workforce. Our primary-care mission has expanded to include institutes for rehabilitation medicine and global public health. Our innovative integrated curriculum focuses on studentcentered active and engaged instructional excellence. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community where all individuals are valued and empowered to succeed.
About Quinnipiac:
Quinnipiac University is a private coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business Communications Education Computing and Engineering Health Sciences Law Medicine Nursing and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey a three-time defending national champion womens rugby team and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our womens basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Reviews The Best 388 Colleges. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners attraction of diverse communities development of innovative corporate partnerships and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information please visit . Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTok and X.
Responsibilities:
Curriculum development and teaching in Behavioral Health and Social Sciences with the goal of facilitating the application of concepts to clinical learning.
General teaching in the Foundations of Medicine course (e.g. facilitate problem-based learning small groups).
Collaboration with medical educators from a variety of basic science and clinical disciplines to develop curriculum instructional materials and assessments for the pre-clerkship curriculum.
For teaching sessions created by the candidate create teaching guides and lead faculty development to train small group facilitators to effectively teach content and utilize the instructional methods selected.
Commitment to excellence in teaching an ongoing professional development.
Contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Advise and mentor medical students on academic progress capstone projects and career planning.
Participate in scholarly activity serve on departmental and institutional committees and contribute to other duties as assigned or negotiated.
Clinician candidates may also be engaged in instruction in the clinical curriculum.
Education Requirements:
- Qualifications for this position include a MD DO or PhD degree. MD preferred.
Qualifications:
- Current rank of Assistant or Associate Professor
Experience in teaching curriculum development scholarship and/or clinical practice of behavioral and social sciences is highly desirable
An established record of or evidence of a strong potential for effective teaching
A commitment to work productively with a team of medical educators from other basic and clinical science disciplines
Evidence for potential of productive scholarly and creative activity is also desired - Commitment to contribute to inclusive excellence in the academic community
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and contact information for three references.
Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Faculty positions at the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine are non-tenure track term appointments initial appointments are for a three-year term.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission for employees and their dependents and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.
Employment Type
Full-Time
