Medical Foundations Genetics Faculty

Join Our Faculty at Ross University School of Medicine Genetics & Biochemistry

Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) located in the vibrant capital city of Bridgetown Barbados is seeking passionate and innovative educators to join our faculty team. We invite applications for a full-time faculty position specializing in Genetics with the ability to contribute to Biochemistry instruction.

Our academic center is housed in the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Center offering a dynamic and collaborative environment focused on excellence in medical education.

What Were Looking For:

We seek dynamic adaptive and tech-savvy educators who are enthusiastic about teaching in diverse formats including small group learning interactive workshops and digital content creation. Ideal candidates will embrace technology and be committed to student-centered learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lectures workshops and small group sessions.
• Prepare course materials including handouts practice questions and digital resources.
• Create and utilize modern teaching tools such as videos digital workbooks and iBooks.
• Incorporate educational technology platforms (e.g. Turning Point Doceri NearPod Socrative Kahoot).
• Use mobile learning tools and iPads in instruction.
• Advise and mentor students individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with the Academy for Teaching and Learning to enhance student outcomes.
• Write and review NBME-style questions for assessments.
• Develop administer and evaluate examinations.
• Continuously improve instructional materials and teaching techniques.
• Participate in curriculum review and development with departmental colleagues.
• Engage in professional development to enhance teaching and subject expertise.
• Serve on faculty committees and contribute to course content updates.
• Facilitate Case and Problem-Based Learning discussions.
• Deliver interactive instruction remotely when needed.
• Participate in other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Campus Dean.
• Comply with all institutional policies and standards.

Why RUSM

• Year-round academic calendar with three student intakes annually.
• Strong commitment to technology-enhanced learner-centered education.
• Opportunities for research in medical education.
• Collaborative and supportive academic community.

If youre ready to inspire future physicians and thrive in a forward-thinking academic environment we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications :

Qualifications & Preferred Experience:

Were looking for a committed educator with the following qualifications and attributes:

• Terminal degree required: PhD MD or equivalent with 35 years of relevant experience.
• Strong teaching skills and a demonstrated abilityor clear potentialto engage and inspire students.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• A genuine desire for self-improvement professional growth and continuous learning.
• Flexibility and a collaborative spiritsomeone who thrives in a team-oriented environment.
• Preference will be given to candidates with proven teaching experience in the subject areas covered by the department.
• Prior teaching experience at a North American or United Kingdom medical school is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with postsecondary teaching principles methods and tools is preferred.
• A documented record of teaching effectiveness is desirable.
• Comfort with educational technology including e-learning platforms audience response systems online exams and videoconferencing tools is desirable.
• Ability to demonstrate ongoing faculty development in medical education is desirable.
• Experience with active teaching methods is preferred.
• Capacity to initiate complete and present medical education research projects is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to reside in Barbados is required.

Additional Information :

Equal Opportunity Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time