OUR MISSION
The Brigham Young University School of Medicine is founded on the teachings and example of Jesus Christ, the Master Healer, and guided by the doctrine and leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We provide a spiritually grounded and scientifically rigorous education for physicians who will minister to God’s children throughout the world as healers, teachers, researchers, leaders, and disciples of Jesus Christ. We approach the practice of medicine as an opportunity to prevent and alleviate human suffering and to care for all people as fellow children of a loving God.
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Job Title: School of Medicine - Part-time Clinical Faculty - Associate Clerkship Director, Surgery
Desired Start Date: July 1, 2026
Last Day to Apply: June 4, 2026 @ 11:59 pm (MDT)
Posting End Date: June 5, 2026
WHAT YOU’LL DO IN THIS POSITION
Job Summary:
TheAssociateClerkship Director for Surgerysupports the Clerkship Director forSurgery withacademic leadership, oversight, and continuous quality improvement for the required Phase 2 clerkship in Surgerywithin the BYU School of Medicine (BYU MED). This individualhelpsensure the delivery of a Christ-centered, evidence-based clinical learning experience that meets LCME standards, upholds institutional values, and prepares students for compassionate, competent, and spiritually grounded medical practice.
This position hasthreedistinct phases:
Under the direction of the Clerkship Director, theAssociateClerkship Directorwillcollaborateclosely with clinicalaffiliatedinstitution leaders and staff, site directors, preceptors, andBYU MEDleadership to ensure consistency,fairness,and excellence across all training environments.
Duties and Expectations:
1. Leadership & Administration
Provides input on andhelpsexecute thestrategic and operationalvisionfor the Surgeryclerkship across all clinical sites.
Maintain compliance with LCME standards related to clerkship design, supervision, assessment, and student experience.
Lead annual clerkship review processes and implement continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives.
Coordinate with the Clerkship Director for Surgery,Associate Dean of Curriculum (ADC), Phase 2 Director, and curriculum committees
2.Curriculum Design & Oversight
Under the direction of the Curriculum Committeeand Clerkship Director forSurgery,develop, review, and update clerkship goals, learningobjectives,instructional activities, syllabi, and required clinical experiences.
Ensure alignment withBYU MEDcompetencies,Medical Education Program Objectives (MEPOs), and mission-centered outcomes.
Provide clear expectations for students and preceptors.
Assistin the creation of student evaluations for the clerkship.
3. Student Assessment & Evaluation
Helpoverseeassessment tools including direct observation, narrative evaluations, workplace-based assessments, OSCEs, and exams
Ensure fairness, transparency, and reliability in grading.
Providetimelyfeedback andidentifystudents in difficultyand refer students to the Office of Student Progress.
Participate in remediationefforts and decisions
4. Faculty & Preceptor Development
Orient and support preceptors across clerkship sites.
Coordinateand assist inongoing faculty developmentwith the BYUMEDDirector of FacultyDevelopment, and otherschool leadersfocused on teaching, assessment, and Christlike mentorship.
Works with their specialty Associate Chairto recruit, train, and evaluate facultypreceptors involved in the clerkship teaching.
5.Site Coordination & Clinical Partnerships
Maintain regular communication with site directors and partners.
Help overseeequitabledistribution of patient encounters and procedures.
Help ensureall sites meet BYUMEDexpectations for learning environment and student safety.
Assistwith preceptor and site recruitment and retention.
6.Learning Environment & Student Experience
Promote belonging,clinical excellence,spiritual growth, and professionalism.
Helpmonitorworkloads, duty hours, and mistreatment concerns.
Serve as a mentor and primary faculty contact during the specialty rotation
7. Scholarly & Institutional Contributions
Participate inBYUMEDcommittees and mission initiatives.
WHAT QUALIFIES YOU FOR THIS ROLE
Required Degree:
MD or DO degree and board certification inGeneral Surgery or other surgicalspecialty (The required degree must be completed by the start date.)
Required Qualifications:
Eligibility for Utah medical licensure.
Activeclinical practicewith a BYUMED clinicalaffiliatewithin 50 miles of the BYU campus.
Commitment to education and mentorship.
Ability tosupportBYU and Church standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
Teachingor clerkshipleadership experience.
Experience in curriculum development or faculty development.
Experience in distributed clinical education.
Educational scholarship or QI experience.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
Please attach the following to your application:
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below)
2-3 References
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
