Assistant Professor (Clinic and Basic Sciences)

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Assistant Professor (Clinic and Basic Sciences)

Position Description

Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.

Requisition ID

33963BR

Work Location

El Paso

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Campus

HSC - El Paso

Department

Clinic and Basic Sciences Elp

Major/Essential Functions

Participates in course administration and instruction for the pre-clerkship phase of the medical school curriculum
Develops and delivers an integrated curriculum, which blends basic science and clinical concepts, in collaboration with faculty members in other disciplines
Employs multiple teaching methods, including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, and team-based learning
Provides formative and summative assessment of medical student performance
Provides individual support, feedback, and advice to medical students
Works closely with the course and curriculum committees, fellow faculty, and key administrators to accomplish the goals and objectives of the medical school’s curriculum
Engages in advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship
Contributes to the community through academically-related public service complementary to the institutional mission
Adheres to institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the areas of Microbiology and/or Immunology
Expertise/experience in teaching microbiology and immunology, especially clinically-integrated microbiology and immunology for medical students
Evidence of scholarship in the field of expertise

Preferred Qualifications

Training or experience in development and delivery of an integrated medical curriculum
Experience with active learning methods, such as interactive large- and small-group formats,laboratory-based instruction, team-based learning, case-based learning, and problem-based learning
Experience with curriculum management software systems
Participation in national organizations or committees devoted to medical education
Experience in medical education scholarship
Experience in the development of grant proposals and the management of extramural funding
Emerging or established regional or national reputation for the rank of associate professor or higher

EEO Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Recommendation/Referral, Research Statement, Teaching Philosophy, Transcript, Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Assistant Professor

Job Expires

06/12/2024