Biomedical Sciences Microbiology Faculty

Job Description:

Reporting to the Chair, Department of Anatomy and Biomedical Sciences Chair, this role functions as a member of a collaborative teaching team that will develop and deliver a medical curriculum for Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) pre-clinical sciences. We are currently specifically seeking educational expertise for the generalist teaching of the foundations of microbiology, virology, mycosis and parasitic diseases to first- and second-year medical students.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching (60-70%)

• Utilization of diverse, novel, and innovative teaching modalities in the delivery of patient and population-based medical knowledge to medical students.
  • Lecture demonstrations incorporating AV support
  • Case-based presentations requiring medical decision-making
  • Small group discussions using SDL and groups or “flipped classroom”
  • Development of student assessments
• Utilization of diverse, novel, and innovative teaching modalities, including interprofessional education, professionally challenging cases or scenarios, systems-based practice, and self-directed learning and discovery.
• Assist in the development and delivery of active educational activities.

Service (15-20%)

• Participate in student interviewing/selection, mentorship, and career counseling.
• Foster a positive culture amongst the students, faculty, and KHSC-KansasCOM staff.
• Serve on selected committees at the discretion of the supervising Dean/Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Assist in accreditation functions, including document creation, data collection, data entry, education of faculty on accreditation, and other accreditation-related functions at the discretion of the supervising Dean.
• Assist with interviewing and hiring of faculty as requested.
• Participate in the peer evaluation of faculty.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean, Academic Center of Excellence (ADACE) on all evaluations of all courses, laboratory, service, and scholarly activities, ensuring formal after-action reporting and curriculum inventory and mapping, at least annually (or as additionally requested).
• Provide professional representation as a member of the faculty of KansasCOM.
• Provide professional service while promoting health care professions and discipline, advancing medical knowledge and public literacy and education.
• Collaborate with KHSU-KansasCOM leadership and the ADACE on the evaluation of osteopathic student readiness to advance to the next level of curriculum in accordance with KHSU-KansasCOM policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Research and Scholarly Activity (15-20%)

• Engage in scholarly activity with outcomes of public dissemination/publication of scholarship.
• Promote and support scholarly activity and research by KHSU-KansasCOM faculty and students with outcomes of public dissemination of scholarship.
• Promote student research.

QUALIFICATION(S):

• An academic leader with a track record of proven effective academic contributions and previous administrative experience within the universe of medical education.

• A terminal degree (PhD, MD, DO, MBBS, or other) in microbiology or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education (or international equivalent). 
• Experience in teaching foundational concepts and discipline specific material relevant to the needs of a medical student and consistent with the values and goals of an osteopathic medical education.
• At least 5 years of experience in medical education in a COM/SOM setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in the delivery of medical knowledge, application and utilization of discipline related knowledge and skill incorporating it into the needs of the students in preparing for its application to patient care.
• Experience using innovative teaching methods, which might include team-based learning, ‘flipped classroom’, problem-based learning, case-based learning, self-directed learning, distance learning, interactive large group presentation, audience response systems, and curriculum delivery systems (e.g., Canvas).
• Proficiency in exam item writing for the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) and United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) licensing exams.
• A substantial record of success as an educator.
• Experience in publication/national presentations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NA

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership abilities in influencing and shaping curriculum content and outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm to contribute to organizational growth and development.
• Strong knowledge base in medical education assessment.
• Strong team & people management skills.

• Familiarity with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) core competencies.

• Strong, effective, and diplomatic oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Excellent service skills relevant to supervisor, peers, direct reports, medical students, and faculty.
• Experience with medical school accreditation and reporting.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KHSC-KansasCOM offers a generous compensation and benefits package. Some of our key benefits include: paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

It is the policy of KHSU- KansasCOM not to discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. KHSU-KansasCOM is committed to complying with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunities. KHSU-KansasCOM strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Kansas Health Science University offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.

Kansas Health Science University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.