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Biochemistry Faculty - College of Medicine

Biochemistry Faculty - College of Medicine

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bradenton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine rating

4.3

Company rating: 4.3 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

534th of 537 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
JOB SUMMARY: Biochemistry Faculty members are required to serve as educators in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, facilitate Problem Based Learning (PBL), advise Osteopathic medical students, interview applicants, and contribute to the mission of the college through research and service. The successful candidate is knowledgeable and qualified to teach Biochemistry and Medical Genetics at a medical college level.
CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are a list of Academic Exercises that may be required as a member of the Biochemistry Faculty from time to time:
  • Serve as content expert in area of expertise;
  • Serve as Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitator;
  • Provide examination questions in area of expertise;
  • Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM);
  • Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students;
  • Serve as advisor to at least one student club;
  • Serve on committees, as assigned;
  • Provide, at minimum, one scholarly activity or research project yearly;
  • Preparation of educational tools (A/V, demonstration models, lectures, lesson plans...etc.);
  • Preparation of demonstrations, lectures, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools with other faculty members;
  • Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students' work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be weak in various areas;
  • Attend "Team" meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession; Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes;
  • Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
  • Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience;
  • Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach;
  • Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Pre-Clinical Education;
  • Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction; and
  • Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution's needs.

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Minimum Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of student and patient's privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA...etc.);
  • Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office, medical, facility);
  • Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suit [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel]) and accurate data entry skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills;
  • Must be accurate and attentive to detail;
  • Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;
  • Maintaining an established work schedule;
  • Effective use of interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;
  • Effective use of organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
  • Must be able to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
  • Must maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials;
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
  • Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the COM;
  • The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
  • The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and
  • The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to: Doctorate level of achievement (Ph.D., D.O., M.D.) and at least two (2) years of teaching Biochemistry at a medical college level, or within other accredited graduate or professional programs required, with experience teaching Medical Genetics preferred. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated interest in teaching medical students in our problem-based learning format and in other programs as needed.

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