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About The Position

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

Nice To Haves

• Published papers or research articles would be a plus
• Superb interpersonal, observational, and communication skills
• Good analytical and organizational skills

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