Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Bio-Medical Sciences of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is recruiting an individual who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and training the next generation of medical students. We seek an individual with multi-disciplinary expertise in Anatomy and Histology. This person will be expected to participate in teaching, service and scholarly activities in the School of Osteopathic Medicine.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following)

Teaching duties will include: 70%
Development and implementation of Anatomy and Histology content for an integrated curriculum being prepared for teaching in the preclinical years of the DO Program.
Collaboration with basic and clinical science educators and program directors to coordinate the horizontal and vertical integration of anatomy within organ/system-based courses.
Active contribution to student assessment for assigned lectures and presentations; contribute to the development and implementation of effective remediation experiences for students when needed.
Mentoring and advising medical students in academic and curricular matters.
Participation in the development and facilitation of the “clinical presentation” based curriculum as assigned.
Supporting technological platforms that link course content, activities and assessments.
Provision of instructions in anatomical sciences (gross anatomy, embryology, neuroanatomy and histology) presented in lab and didactic sessions within the clinical context of an integrated organ systems-based curriculum.
Designing and implementing cadaver prosection-based anatomy laboratory experiences for an integrated curriculum.
 
General teaching responsibilities include:
Establishing learning objectives and competency standards.
Contributing to the process of student assessment, developing, implementing, and evaluating assessment materials and procedures.
Promoting and using active learning techniques in the classroom.
Position may include administrative oversight of the student educational research project course, and/or responsibilities as Course Director.
Other duties as assigned.
 
Scholarly activities will include: 15%
Engagement in scholarly activities as defined in the Guidelines on Faculty Appointment and Promotion
 
Service duties will include: 15%
Participate in administrative duties including service on institutional and departmental committees as negotiated and assigned.
Participate in other service activities as defined in the Guidelines on Faculty Appointment and Promotion.
Candidates must possess a strong commitment to working in an environment focused on innovation, learning/student-centered education, technology and professional development.

Requirements

Education
PhD, DO, or MD degree in the Anatomical Sciences with prior teaching experience in gross anatomy and histology is preferred.
 
Minimum Requirements
Evidence of successful collaboration and interdisciplinary work.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact effectively with colleagues, faculty, students, and visitors.
Ability to supervise, advise, training and assess peers and students; including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling assignments.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion as part of our conviction that the presence of diversity enriches an institution of higher learning.
Ability to handle sensitive situations and information with discretion.
Demonstrated skill in working independently and completing assignments according to defined goals and objectives.
Ability to effectively prioritize and deliver assignments under pressure of deadlines, and with frequent interruptions and competing priorities. Must be able to adjust priorities quickly, multitask with excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrated proficient skill in effectively using a computer and applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point).
 
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to teach gross anatomy, embryology and histology, including lab, is a plus.
Experience with college/university personnel, policies and procedures as well as current trends in higher education.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in program planning, project management, and academic administration.
 
All qualified applicants must provide the following for your application to be reviewed:
Curriculum vitae/resume
Letter of intent
Statement of teaching philosophy and experience
Statement of scholarly activity/research