Medical University of South Carolina

The Center for Academic Excellence/ Writing Center (CAE/WC) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, invites applicants for a full-time faculty member (rank commensurate with experience) who will serve as both a learning specialist to health science students and an administrative leader overseeing our vibrant near-peer Supplemental Instruction (SI) program.. Planning and conducting workshops and classroom seminars to enhance learning for students enrolled in health or biomedical science degree programs within our six colleges: Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Graduate Studies.. The CAE/WC’s programs support 3,300 health professional and biomedical science students pursuing. A doctorate in education, composition, educational psychology, neuroscience or related fields. A master’s degree or higher in education, composition, educational psychology, neuroscience or related fields

associate professor

Job Description Summary
The Center for Academic Excellence/ Writing Center (CAE/WC) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC, invites applicants for a full-time faculty member (rank commensurate with experience) who will serve as both a learning specialist to health science students and an administrative leader overseeing our vibrant near-peer Supplemental Instruction (SI) program. Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type​
Faculty Cost Center
CC000063 ESL Center for Academic Excellence Pay Rate Type
Salary Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Work Shift
Job Description
As a learning specialist, this faculty member will teach learning and cognitive skills, including:
• Coaching students in a tailored, individualized way through one-on-one appointments (both online and in-person) in topics including reasoning during tests, board preparation for board exams, time management, note-taking, and study/learning skills.
• Planning and conducting workshops and classroom seminars to enhance learning for students enrolled in health or biomedical science degree programs within our six colleges: Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Graduate Studies.
As an administrative leader of the SI Program, the faculty member will:
• Apply skills in leadership, organization and delegation to assure that students receive effective and timely support for their learning.
• Identify, train, mentor and manage senior students, who are awarded stipends to facilitate student learning in weekly SI group meetings.
• Collaborate effectively with program and curricular leadership across degree programs as well as with course faculty.
• Collaborate with current staff to improve the quality and organizational efficiency of the SI program’s core features.
• Trouble shoot concerns expressed by student learners, supplemental instructors, as well as others invested in the program’s success.The successful candidate will join a collaborative, active department with five full-time CAE/WC faculty and two business staff members who support students through one-on-one appointments, classroom workshops, and the SI program. The CAE/WC’s programs support 3,300 health professional and biomedical science students pursuing graduate degrees predominantly but also supporting bachelors’ programs in nursing and health administration. In addition to their role as an educator, the new faculty member will have opportunities to participate in scholarship within areas of interest.
Preferred Qualifications: A doctorate in education, composition, educational psychology, neuroscience or related fields Significant teaching accomplishment, particularly in academic support areas and in individualized pedagogies Experience training tutors and/or administering a near-peer tutoring program Experience with health care, science disciplines, and the teaching of writing are also strong plusses but not required. Required Qualifications : A master’s degree or higher in education, composition, educational psychology, neuroscience or related fields Experience and training in teaching students academic skills individually Experience providing academic support to graduate students or senior undergraduates A commitment to each student’s wellness and success, as well as a desire to mentor students Our faculty and staff are committed to collaboration, compassion, integrity, inclusion, and curiosity. Our current faculty and staff try to model these values and the generosity of spirit that we hope to find in health professionals and biomedical scientists.
Compensation : The position is a full-time 12-month renewing faculty contract with benefits and a competitive salary based on experience. Most work is on-site, but scheduled remote work is possible up to two days/week as a routine. Academic Rank : Rank depends on experience and education level.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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