Adjunct Faculty - Community Medicine Department

Touro University•New York, NY

23h•$200 - $250

About The Position

A dedicated and experienced educator delivering engaging classroom instructions, and providing student support with a proven ability to facilitate learning and assess student progress in a dynamic academic environment.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree required
Strong attention to details required
Accuracy and productivity in completing tasks required
A high degree of interpersonal competency: professionalism, diplomacy, judgement, and discretion required
Demonstrated ability to develop positive and cooperative relationships with students & faculty
Ability to solve complex problems and meet deadlines required
Demonstrated proficiency in communication (written and verbal) required
Superb interpersonal, observational, and communication skills
Good analytical and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Published papers or research articles would be a plus

Responsibilities

Direct Research Methodology course for second year podiatric medical students
Organize handout materials and lecture materials in a manner that students can easily access (Canvas)
Prepare syllabi and examinations with emphasis on objectives published in the Curriculum Guide authored by the Council of Faculties of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine
Deliver didactic lectures
Provide PowerPoint (Slide Deck) lecture materials twenty-four hours prior to the lecture
Develop and prepare examination questions in keeping with National Board (APMLE Part 1) requirements
Prepare assessments in keeping with department schedules and the academic calendar
Work with student representatives (Education Committee, Teaching Assistants, Tutors) to review assessment items and requirements
Ensure that information is transmitted to remainder of students
Provide students with up-to-date information on research methods, current FDA regulations and protection of human research volunteers
Good interpersonal skills including patience and empathy to create a learning environment that enhances active learning
Developing and reviewing standard exam questions with explanations of the answers
Creating a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning
Setting up assessments based on departmental regulations and requirements
Preparing students for assessments and providing helpful performance feedback
Providing extra support to students who require it and scheduling consultation times where questions and concerns can be voiced
Answering students' questions and providing feedback on assignments
Recommending additional readings or advice to students as required