Position Summary
The University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking outstanding applicants for a full-time faculty position as a basic or clinical science educator in the area of Pharmacology. At UIWSOM , medical students learn the basic and clinical sciences in an integrated, learner-centered curriculum that makes extensive use of case-based learning, supplemented by large group interactive sessions. The faculty member will be expected to engage in case-based and large group facilitation. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to scholarship and service to the osteopathic medical school, university, and surrounding community. UIWSOM offers unique opportunities of lifelong learning through innovative educational excellence and collaborative scholarship involving medical education, community, and translational research. Faculty members assume the shared responsibility of developing, recommending, and executing all approved policies of instruction. The faculty shall consist of individuals who have been appointed to the rank of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor. We offer Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave, UIW Tuition Waiver, Tuition Exchange Program, 13 Paid Holidays, Employer-Paid Basic Life/AD&D Insurance 1 X base salary, Employer- Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSAs) – Medical/Dependent Care, Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (403B), Employee Assistance Program, Free Membership to Wellness Center, and more!
Essential Functions
1. Per the UIWSOM mission, accreditation standards and the Chair’s discretion, implement a transformative curriculum that involves the collaborative development and facilitation of innovative and integrated learning strategies within a clinical context. 2. Engage with and educate the community with respect to osteopathic medical educational practices and scholarship. 3. Support clinically relevant community-based, social justice-based, and medical education research and scholarship, consistent with the UIWSOM Research and Scholarly Activity Strategic Plan. 4. Integrate national trends in medical education and his/her discipline into innovative educational practice. 5. Serve on committees and subcommittees as appointed by the Dean. 6. Actively participate in professional development activities to improve academic skills and facilitation of a medical curriculum. 7. Undergo training to qualify as a facilitator in the case-based learning program and UIWSOM curriculum delivery methods. 8. Other duties as assigned. 9. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service and professional activities. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of teaching excellence and progressive leadership experience in an undergraduate medical education or health professional education setting in North America. Experience with case-based and active learning methods in both small and large group settings. Demonstrated flexibility in a new medical school startup or other endeavor requiring adaptability. Background and experience in clinical pharmacology or pharmacy. Record of championing and implementing innovations in medical education.