- Full-time
- Faculty
- American University of the Caribbean
- Philipsburg
Job description
About American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC), an Adtalem Global Education institution, is committed to training tomorrow’s physicians through international learning experiences, a diverse learning community, and an emphasis on social accountability and engagement. AUC is one of the most established medical schools in the Caribbean and focuses on community collaboration to benefit the health and well-being of the local communities, while enhancing the student learning experience. With campuses located in Sint Maarten and the United Kingdom, AUC has graduated more than 7,500 students and is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine.
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Opportunity at a Glance
The American University of the Caribbean (AUC) School of Medicine invites applications for full time Faculty - Physiology on its Medical Sciences Campus.
Medical education is the primary focus of our Medical Sciences Faculty, although research opportunities exist. We seek a faculty member with expertise in physiology and experience with students transitioning to medical school. This position will serve a dual role of supporting delivery of the MedOrigin course, a 10-credit course designed to provide incoming medical students with curated foundational knowledge, practical skills, and strategies necessary for success in medical school prior to the start of their first semester, and Physiology in the standard MD Program curriculum, particularly with remediation support as needed.
The successful candidate will provide strong teaching in Human Physiology, including providing insights into, and understanding of the physiological basis of common diseases in humans, and the current diagnostic approaches used in medical practice. Teaching medical knowledge and clinical skills focuses on active learning methods and small group activities. The successful applicant should have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to working closely with medical students to help them acquire the required medical knowledge and to develop clinical competency.
Essential duties and Responsibilities include:
- Knowledge of the applied human physiology that underlines the basis of disease.
- Preparation of course materials relevant to physiology and pathophysiology of disease and integration of student and peer feedback to enhance the learning experience.
- Deliver effective didactic and active learning sessions
- Facilitate small group learning opportunities targeting remedial content instruction
- Work one on one with our highly motivated students and guide individual remediation plans for those at-risk of not meeting academic performance requirements
- Advise individuals or groups of students in academic matters and exercise professional judgment in referring students for appropriate non-academic support
- Work closely with our Academy for Teaching and Learning to deliver remediation support aligned with curricular objectives and assessments for improved student learning
- Write and review NBME-style questions for practice and assessments
- Prepare and evaluate examinations to assess student accomplishments
- Actively engage in professional development activity to stay abreast of changes in their field.
- Serving on AUC committees as appointed or elected and actively participate in university activities.
- Serves as a positive professional role model for students, assisting in their professional/social development.
- Take on academic activity considered to facilitate student success by the department Chair or Dean of campus.
- Advise individuals or groups of students in academic matters and exercise professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel
- Actively participate in relevant professional activities in order to improve teaching and subject matter competence
- Serve on faculty committees as appointed or elected, and confer with advisory groups in order to modify course content
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
- PhD, MD or equivalent with specialization in Physiology
- 1-3 years of relevant teaching experience in a medical school Required
- Strong teaching skills and experience or evidence of potential Required
- Familiarity with USMLE content requirements desirable
- Interest in medical education
- Desire for self-improvement
- Flexibility and ability to work well on a team
- Preference will be given to an applicant with proven teaching skills within the areas covered by the department
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness and ability to reside in Sint Maarten
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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