Pathology Faculty - College of Medicine

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Bradenton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pathology Faculty members are required to serve as educators in Pathology, facilitate Problem-Based Learning (PBL), advise Osteopathic medical students, interview medical school applicants, and contribute to the mission of the college through research and service. The successful candidate is knowledgeable and qualified to teach Pathology at a medical college level.

Requirements

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
Computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e., Word, PowerPoint, and Excel])
Accurate data entry skills
Must be accurate and attentive to detail
Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System
Maintain 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
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Flexibility 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
The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors respectfully and cooperatively
Ph.D., D.O., or M.D. degree
Previous teaching experience required, preferably in Pathology at the medical college level
Required evidence of research productivity and potential for success in obtaining research funding
Must have a strong desire to teach in a student-centered environment using innovative methods
Requires excellent organizational, communication, teaching, and decision-making skills
Ability to work with faculty from other disciplines

Responsibilities

Serve as content expert in Pathology
Serve as Problem-Based Learning (PBL) facilitator
Coordinate pathology for PBL pathway
Provide a minimum of two examination questions per PBL case for PBL exams
Apply to become an NBOME item writer and submit annually if approved
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
Assist in the implementation of longitudinal board review curricular integration
Serve on committees, as assigned
Serve as the COVID-19 faculty coordinator
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 who are discovered to be weak in various areas
Attend “Team” meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession
Contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes
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
Prepare and deliver lectures in the area of expertise for the MMS program
Participate in scholarly activity to enrich and broaden the student learning experience
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 Preclinical Education
Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction with the expectation of 40 hours per calendar week when not on vacation, holiday, or conference
Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution’s needs