Description

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) invites applications for full-time faculty members in the Anatomical Sciences within the pre-clerkship phase (year 1 and 2) of the medical curriculum. This position is designed for an educator-scholar that is passionate about teaching anatomy that is highly focused on clinical correlates and at the level of detail required for future physicians. This may include teaching topics across gross anatomy, histology, embryology and neuroscience, as necessary. WAUSM does not currently include dissection in its curriculum; instead, faculty employ integrated, active teaching methods that connect structure with function and disease.

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical education program. Our students study medicine in a highly integrated, systems-based curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies into large and small group settings. With a powerful focus on active, case-based learning; robust simulation; and early exposure to clinical patients, WAUSM students have an integrated learning experience with individualized support that prepares them to excel in the clerkship portion of their studies, and beyond. We seek outstanding, team-oriented teachers who share our excitement in our dynamic and innovative educational program. The pre-clerkship foundational sciences program is built around a 5-semester (15 weeks per term) model of instruction with basic science concepts and competencies related to patient centered care integrated and woven throughout. The current campus includes multi-functional academic learning spaces, student study, tutoring and leisure space, faculty offices and collaboration areas, simulation and clinical exam rooms and outdoor spaces.

WAUSM operates on three terms per year with a new class of students matriculating each term. Therefore, teaching duties and administrative responsibilities continue throughout the year. A focus on teaching, student learning and support is paramount, and we look to individuals who can provide excellence in these areas. 

 Positions are located in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. Come join us and enjoy a warm, collegial campus environment and an island lifestyle with potentially tax-free living!

Requirements

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Actively teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students in a manner that exemplifies excellence and care.
• Prepare teaching materials including presentations, pre-reading assignments, practice questions, quizzes, active learning activities, or other, as required.
• Assist in the creation and review of formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and performance and facilitate summative quiz sessions as required.
• Revise teaching materials and techniques to stay current and innovative, aligning with the continuous improvement of the curriculum and supporting positive student outcomes.
• Ensure that all teaching materials, communications, posts, assessment materials and any other materials delivered to students are updated, current and polished.
• Support students through the Center for Academic Success and collaborate in their initiatives as required.

 Academic Service and Collaboration

• Participate in and support standing committees, task forces, accreditation efforts, academic and operational plans and initiatives as appointed or elected and/or determined by the Assistant Dean and Chair.
• Contribute to the admissions process by serving as a faculty interviewer for prospective WAUSM applicants.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty to ensure curricular coherence and integration.
• Engage in institutional initiatives related to research, education, and community health.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Chair or Dean.

 Education, Experience and Attributes

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Previous experience in medical education, demonstrated teaching experience and skill in presenting to students and colleagues, and preparing students for Step 1 is desired.
• Experience with NBME / USMLE environments preferred.
• Evidence of scholarly work and eagerness to collaborate and contribute to research and scholarly work.
• Evidence of committee work and participation in other initiatives.
• Experience with curriculum development and continuous improvement desired.
• Experience with assessment programs and the ability to provide input for successful programmatic changes based upon assessment results and adult student learning.
• Solid technological skills and experience with virtual learning platforms (Canvas), computer-assisted delivery of didactic and active learning content, video-conferencing and other academic / computing platforms (eMedley, SharePoint, Microsoft suite and Teams, etc.).
• Ability and desire to work with others in a collegial and collaborative atmosphere.
• Strong communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Exhibit flexibility, adaptability and be open to and embrace creative, innovative, "break the mold" ideas of others.
• Comfortable living an island lifestyle and embracing that experience.