Brigham Young University-posted 4 days ago
Full-time • Director
Provo, UT
1,001-5,000 employees

The BYU School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time position as Course Director for Organ Systems 4 – Nutrition, Digestion, and Elimination. This Phase 1 course introduces first-year medical students to the gastrointestinal and renal systems, the physiological basis of nutrition and metabolism, and key pathophysiologic processes affecting digestion, absorption, excretion, and homeostatic regulation. The Course Director will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of this interdisciplinary course in collaboration with faculty in physiology, nutrition science, nephrology, pathology, and related biomedical disciplines, as well as the Director of Phase 1. The ideal candidate is a basic scientist with deep expertise in gastrointestinal physiology, renal function, and/or nutritional science, with a strong commitment to student-centered education.

  • Deliver course content in nutrition, gastrointestinal, and renal physiology using student-centered, clinically integrated approaches
  • Facilitate active learning sessions that highlight digestion, absorption, metabolism, and waste elimination
  • Support student development of foundational scientific reasoning and application to patient care
  • Lead course planning, integration, and assessment design across relevant systems
  • Coordinate with faculty and clinical educators to align content with LCME standards and BYU’s institutional competencies
  • Collaborate with the Phase 1 Director and curriculum teams to ensure seamless transitions with adjacent courses
  • Engage in research or scholarly work in biomedical science or medical education
  • Disseminate innovations in teaching and curriculum design through presentations and peer-reviewed publications
  • Contribute to pedagogical advancement and educational quality
  • Participate in medical school committees and faculty development initiatives
  • Mentor students and support the mission and values of BYU and the School of Medicine
  • PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in physiology, biomedical sciences, nutrition, or a related field
  • Demonstrated expertise in gastrointestinal physiology, renal function, or nutritional metabolism
  • Strong record of teaching in undergraduate, graduate, or medical education (UME) settings
  • Experience with active learning, team-based learning, or case-based instructional methods
  • Alignment with and commitment to the mission, values, and spiritual aims of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  • Experience leading integrated or interdisciplinary courses in medical or health professions programs
  • Record of scholarship in gastrointestinal, renal, or nutritional physiology or medical education
  • Familiarity with instructional technology, digital platforms, or AI-enhanced teaching methods
  • Experience in curriculum development, course evaluation, or academic leadership
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