Job Description

Company Description

RUSM

Founded in 1978, Ross University School of Medicine (Ross Med) prepares skilled, practice-ready physicians to lead within the U.S. healthcare system, supported by a network of more than 16,000 alumni.

Ross Med is committed to expanding access to opportunities across the medical profession and offers students from a wide range of backgrounds the opportunity to pursue a Doctor of Medicine degree. Students complete their foundational studies in Bridgetown, Barbados, before completing their clinical training in one of our affiliated teaching hospitals throughout the U.S.

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Job Description

Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM), Barbados

Ross University School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor, Medical Foundations (Physiology) based in Barbados. Academic rank will be determined at the time of selection based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated achievements.

We are seeking a collaborative and student-focused educator with expertise in physiology and a passion for medical education. Candidates with experience teaching respiratory physiology are especially encouraged to apply. Experience teaching renal physiology is also highly desirable.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated faculty team committed to preparing future physicians through innovative teaching, meaningful student engagement, and continuous curricular improvement. The selected candidate is expected to join the faculty early in the January semester.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching & Student Success

• Deliver engaging lectures, workshops, and other instructional activities within the Medical Foundations curriculum.
• Facilitate small-group learning experiences, including case-based and problem-based learning sessions.
• Work closely with highly motivated medical students through individual academic support and mentoring.
• Advise students on academic matters and refer them to appropriate support resources when needed.
• Demonstrate effective integration of modern teaching technologies and instructional tools to enhance learning.
• Utilize educational platforms such as Zoom, InteDashboard, PointSolutions, and other learning technologies to support instruction.

Curriculum Development & Assessment

• Prepare course materials, including handouts, learning resources, and practice questions.
• Write and review NBME-style questions for assessments and practice examinations.
• Prepare, administer, and evaluate examinations and other assessment methods to measure student achievement.
• Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve instructional materials and teaching strategies.
• Participate in ongoing curriculum review, enhancement, and integration efforts in collaboration with departmental colleagues.

Academic Service & Institutional Engagement

• Serve on faculty committees and contribute to institutional initiatives as appointed or elected.
• Collaborate with the Academy for Teaching and Learning to support effective instructional practices and student learning outcomes.
• Participate in advisory groups and departmental activities that enhance curricular quality and student success.
• Maintain active involvement in professional development activities to strengthen teaching effectiveness and subject matter expertise.
• Adhere to all applicable University policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and standards of professional conduct.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and academic service activities as assigned.

Scholarship & Professional Contributions

• Initiate, facilitate, and participate in scholarly activities consistent with faculty expectations.
• Contribute to presentations, publications, educational research, and other academic pursuits that support the mission of the University.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience teaching physiology within a medical school curriculum.
• Demonstrated expertise in physiology with the ability to effectively teach foundational medical science concepts.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
• Commitment to student success and excellence in teaching.
• Proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching respiratory physiology strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching renal physiology highly desirable.
• Experience writing or reviewing NBME-style assessment questions.
• Experience with integrated, systems-based medical curricula.
• Experience contributing to curriculum development, educational innovation, or scholarly activity.
• Experience teaching at a North American, United Kingdom, or Caribbean medical school.

Additional Information

Why Join Ross University School of Medicine?

Ross University School of Medicine is dedicated to educating a diverse community of students to become skilled and compassionate physicians. Faculty work within a collaborative academic environment that values innovation, student success, continuous improvement, and educational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the development of future physicians while living and working in beautiful Barbados.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation