Assistant Professor or Higher Biochemistry/Genetics (Clinic and Basic)

Org Level 1Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El PasoPosition DescriptionContributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.Requisition ID36983BROptional AttachmentsProfessional/Personal Reference, Transcript, Other Documents Supporting QualificationsTravel RequiredUp to 25%Major/Essential FunctionsParticipates 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.Provide 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.Serves the academic community through participation in institutional governance, such as committee work and other administrative duties.Contributes to the community through academically related public service complementary to the institutional mission.Engages in the advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship.Ensures compliance with HIPAA and billing regulations, if applicable.Adheres to institutional policies and procedures.Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional ResponsibilityDepending on individual goals and interests, and as negotiated with the Chair of the Department ofMedical Education, the successful candidate may also have the opportunity to:* Serve as a 'college mentor' by providing one-on-one support, feedback, and advising to medical students assigned to one of the school's academic learning communities ('colleges').* Co-facilitate discussion-based sessions in the 'College Colloquium,' a course devoted to topics such as medical ethics, controversies in medicine, evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, safety and quality improvement, communication, humanism, empathy, wellness, life-long learning, bias, leadership, and professionalismGrant Funded?NoMinimum Hire RateSalary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skillsPay BasisMonthlyWork LocationEl PasoPreferred QualificationsTraining or experience in the 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.CampusHSC - El PasoDepartmentClinic and Basic Sciences ElpRequired AttachmentsCover Letter, Resume / CVJob TypeFull TimePay StatementCompensation 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.Job GroupAssistant ProfessorShiftDayEEO StatementAll qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Required QualificationsPh.D. or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Genetics, or a closely-related discipline, or M.D. or D.O. degree, or equivalent medical degreeExperience in teaching biochemistry and genetics, especially clinically-integrated biochemistry and genetics for medical studentsEvidence of scholarship in the field of expertiseTexas Medical Licensure, or eligibility for Texas Medical License for M.D. or D.O. candidatesBoard certification by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties for M.D. or D.O. candidatesDoes this position work in a research laboratory?NoJeanne Clery ActThe Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.