Job Description

The Pathology faculty member is a non-tenured position responsible for the education in Pre-doctoral didactic and/or clinical educational programs. This position participates and assists the Department Chair and colleagues in the planning, directing and implementation of college programs, policies and procedures, and assists in the development and teaching of curricula which integrates the different specialty areas in a team-based, large and small group learning environments.

The responsibilities for this position may include some or all of the following: serving the academic mission of the Department in teaching medical students, performing scholarly activities, and service. In addition, other responsibilities may include student advising, student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching - Teach in didactic preclinical and/or course material taught by the Department in assigned courses for years 1 - 4. Teach in any assigned courses or act as a course director, if assigned. Responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, or laboratory, courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers. Working closely with other faculty to develop and implement innovative and interactive presentations of the curriculum, professional peer review and professional development are essential features of effective teaching.
• Advising- Student advising to include time spent meeting with students regarding academic, curricular and career matters. Participation in student mentoring in preparation for examinations including licensing board exams.
• Research - Working to create and add to knowledge in a field, including the advancement of new theories and principles. Assisting in the planning and development of research programs and the allocation of resources to support such research. Supervision of student participation in departmental research endeavors.
• Service – Participating in courses/lectures/workshops to meet the curricular needs of the department to include: course structure and content, course preparation, written course materials, lecture, workshop and lab presentations, course quizzes, exams, course evaluations and course faculty evaluations. Service on the departmental governing bodies and committees. Use academic and professional expertise to serve your profession and the community.
• Work, as assigned by the Department Chair, with ICOM Dean.
• Participating in faculty development and meetings.
• Representing ICOM in a positive and productive manner in areas assigned by the Department Chair and/or the Dean. The faculty member will possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Exchanges non-routine information using tact and persuasion.
• Maintaining professional literacy in academic fields.
• Familiarity and adherence to ICOM’s bylaws, rules, regulations, administrative and academic practices, policies and procedures as set forth in documents such as the Employee Handbook, Academic Handbook and ICOM’s Code of Ethical Conduct and AOA’s Code of Ethics.
• Participation in committees and prospective student interviews as assigned by the Dean.
• Demonstrating commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusivity of the departmental faculty and staff.
• Participating in and successfully completing all ICOM required training including, but not limited to discrimination/harassment, safety, and code of conduct.
• Performs other job related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student workers.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Any terminal degree in a related/educational/professional field.
• A substantial record of success as an educator with experience in teaching foundational concepts which are relevant to medical education. Preferred candidates shall have teaching experience in an academic setting being preferred.
• Experience with curricular and instructional design and training or experience in educational theory and/or evaluation preferred.
• Experience using innovative teaching methods which might include team-based learning, ‘flipped classroom’, problem-based learning, distance learning, interactive large group presentation, audience response systems, curriculum delivery systems (e.g.Canvas), and proficiency in exam item writing (COMLEX and/or USMLE-style) preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• A team player who values collaboration, mutual support and team cohesion.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies is desirable.
• A history of exceptional scholarly, professional and/or individual achievement.
• Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans.
• Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct work flow.
• Ability to work with different computer programs and databases.
• Ability to present the COM in an appropriate and positive fashion in public meetings, testimony and public appearances.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Winter Break)
• Family Leave
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education (CE)
• Employee Assistance Program