Adjunct Faculty - Community Medicine Department

Overview

A dedicated and experienced educator delivering engaging classroom instructions, and providing student support with a proven ability to facilitate learning and assess student progress in a dynamic academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct Research Methodology course for second year podiatric medical students

• Organize handout materials and lecture materials in a manner that students can easily access (Canvas)

• Prepare syllabi and examinations with emphasis on objectives published in the Curriculum Guide authored by the Council of Faculties of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine

• Deliver didactic lectures

• Provide PowerPoint (Slide Deck) lecture materials twenty-four hours prior to the lecture

• Develop and prepare examination questions in keeping with National Board (APMLE Part 1) requirements

• Prepare assessments in keeping with department schedules and the academic calendar

• Work with student representatives (Education Committee, Teaching Assistants, Tutors) to review assessment items and requirements

• Ensure that information is transmitted to remainder of students

• Provide students with up-to-date information on research methods, current FDA regulations and protection of human research volunteers

• Good interpersonal skills including patience and empathy to create a learning environment that enhances active learning

• Developing and reviewing standard exam questions with explanations of the answers

• Creating a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning

• Setting up assessments based on departmental regulations and requirements

• Preparing students for assessments and providing helpful performance feedback

• Providing extra support to students who require it and scheduling consultation times where questions and concerns can be voiced

• Answering students' questions and providing feedback on assignments

• Recommending additional readings or advice to students as required

• Published papers or research articles would be a plus

• Superb interpersonal, observational, and communication skills

• Good analytical and organizational skills

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Doctorate Degree required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong attention to details required

• Accuracy and productivity in completing tasks required

• A high degree of interpersonal competency: professionalism, diplomacy, judgement, and discretion required

• Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students & faculty

• Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines required

• Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required

Maximum Salary

USD $250.00/Hr.

Minimum Salary

USD $200.00/Hr.