Open Rank Faculty, Curriculum Director (Savannah Campus)

About the role

The Medical College of Georgia is seeking a full-time faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, who will also hold an additional administrative post as the Academic Curriculum Director on the Savannah campus.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development & Coordination:
  • Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to design, implement, and revise the medical school curriculum.
  • Ensure that the curriculum meets accreditation standards and aligns with the mission and goals of the medical school.
  • Work closely with department chairs and course directors to maintain a cohesive and integrated curriculum across all phases of medical education.
  • Coordinate curriculum mapping to ensure alignment with program objectives and outcomes.
  • Implement methods to evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum through surveys, feedback, and data analysis.
  • Provide data-driven recommendations for curriculum improvements based on evaluation results.
  • Monitor student feedback and identify opportunities to improve the student experience within the curriculum.
• Faculty Support & Development:
  • Provide support to faculty in curriculum delivery, including offering guidance on educational strategies and best practices.
  • Facilitate faculty development workshops focused on curriculum design, assessment, and technology-enhanced teaching.
  • Serve as a resource for faculty in navigating the curriculum management system and utilizing digital tools for course content delivery.
• Accreditation & Compliance:
  • Assist in preparing reports and documents for accreditation reviews and site visits.
  • Stay current with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends in medical education to ensure compliance.
  • Work closely with the Accreditation and Compliance team to track and address any areas of concern.
  • Lead initiatives to continually improve curriculum quality, efficiency, and student engagement.
  • Foster a culture of innovation in teaching and learning through the integration of new technologies and pedagogical approaches.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of long-term strategic goals for the medical education program.
• Graduate Medical Education (GME) Curriculum Development & Integration:
  • Collaborate with GME leadership to design, implement, and continuously improve the residency and fellowship curriculum, ensuring alignment with ACGME (Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education) standards and institutional goals.
  • Integrate GME training requirements and competencies into the overall curriculum, ensuring a seamless transition from undergraduate medical education (UME to graduate level training).
  • Coverage of GME training requirements and competencies into the overall curriculum, ensuring a seamless transition from undergraduate medical education (UME to graduate level training).
  • Coordinate with residency program directors to ensure curricula are updated, relevant, and responsive to the evolving needs of the medical profession and healthcare system.
  • Support the development and management of assessment tools for GME learners, ensuring they align with competencies required by ACGME and other accrediting bodies.
  • Monitor GME resident performance, provide feedback, and collaborate with program directors to address any curriculum gaps or concerns related to resident progress.
  • Oversee the collection and analysis of feedback from GME learners, faculty, and other stakeholders to inform improvements in residency training programs.
• GME Compliance & Accreditation Support:
  • Aid in preparing documentation for ACGME and other accreditation reviews, ensuring the residency and fellowship programs meet all accreditation standards.
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in GME accreditation requirements and work with program directors to ensure compliance with these standards.
  • Support the implementation of continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives within GME programs to maintain accreditation status.
  • Collaborate with faculty to provide ongoing professional development related to teaching and assessment in GME programs, with a focus on advancing the educational experience of residents and fellows.
  • Lead faculty development workshops on topics such as competency-based education, formative and summative assessment, and innovative instructional strategies within GME.
  • Oversee the scheduling and coordination of GME rotations, conferences, and other educational activities.
  • Partner with wellness committees and student support services to integrate strategies for resident well-being, work-life balance, and mental health support into the GME curriculum.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, health professions education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with curriculum mapping, accreditation processes, and assessment strategies.
• At least 3 years of documented educational and/or administrative experience.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in medical education, including simulation, e-learning, and competency-based education.
• Doctoral degree preferred.

Salary and Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time. Salary and benefits are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and are subject to availability of funds.

Location

The Medical College of Georgia is located at:

13040 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.