Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor - Assistant Course Director – Gastrointestinal Systems

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

23h•$25,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Assistant course directors are critical leaders in the education of medical students at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Broadly, the responsibilities of this role include development and implementation of curriculum and experiences that introduce medical students to the core knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to develop into a competent physician. Responsibilities include assisting the Course Director with course administration, curriculum execution, program innovation, curriculum review, and student support, as well as course faculty recruitment, support, and development. The Assistant Course Director will also serve as liaison between course faculty and the Office of Assessment, Evaluation, and Outcomes for test development. Over the course of the year the time commitment of the Assistant Course Director is about 2 hours per week. However, the Assistant Course Director can expect that their work hours will be heavily weighed in the weeks prior to, during, and immediately after the course (~15- 20hrs/week). Supervision Received: This position will report to the Course Director and Associate Dean, Pre-Clerkship Curriculum. Supervision Exercised: This position has no direct supervision

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University.
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain an Instructor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University.
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain a Sr Instructor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University.
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain an Assistant Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University.
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain an Associate Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University.
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain a Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
Demonstration of effective collaboration and teamwork
Thoughtful understanding of the medical knowledge a student must possess in order to be a successful early clerkship student
Excellent written and oral communication.
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to cultivate relationships with both university and community physicians and be available to answer questions and problem solve as needed
Ability to cultivate sustainable relationships with other faculty in the school of medicine and work to ensure the Pre-clerkship Curriculum is well represented within the school
Enjoy working with students, helping them with any learning issues, providing advice on how to troubleshoot/resolve issues, and assisting students to ensure their success

Nice To Haves

Available for preferred start date: March 1, 2026
Experience with healthcare professions, education, pedagogy, and assessment
Available to be present, as needed, for learning events throughout the course’s duration
Experience working effectively with blended teams.
Demonstrate an interest in medical student education.