Physiology Faculty - College of Medicine

About the role

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Physiology. LECOM’s mission is focused on excellence in education, research, clinical care, and service. Physiology Faculty members are required to serve as educators in medically‑oriented Physiology, facilitate Problem Based Learning (PBL), advise Osteopathic medical students, interview applicants, and contribute to the mission of the college through research and service. The successful candidate must be knowledgeable and qualified to teach Physiology at a medical college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physiology to preclinical medical students and post baccalaureate students
• Prepare lectures, lecture notes, learning objectives, Power Point slides, exam questions, and syllabi
• Participate in curriculum development and evaluation
• Serve on committees, as assigned
• Serve as content expert in area of expertise
• Serve as Problem Based Learning (PBL) facilitator
• Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM)
• Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students, providing counseling and guidance
• Serve as advisor to at least one student club
• Prepare demonstrations, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinate these educational tools with other faculty members
• Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students' work progress and help to identify students that 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 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
• 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 serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach
• Take direction and receive assignments from the Associate Dean of Pre‑Clinical Education
• Be available for work during the hours assigned for student instruction
• Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution's needs

Requirements

• Knowledge of student and patient's privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA)
• Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines, protect equipment (office, medical, facility)
• Strong communication skills and computer literacy (MS Office Suite – Word, PowerPoint, Excel) with accurate data entry skills
• Accurate and attentive to detail
• Trained and certified on the Institutional Data System
• Maintain an established work schedule
• Effective use of interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy
• Effective use of organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow‑through
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Maintain confidentiality of work‑related information and materials
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Flexibility to accept other duties needed/assigned for the COM
• Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations
• Ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM
• Ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physiology, with previous teaching experience required, preferably in medically‑oriented Physiology at the medical college level
• Required evidence of research productivity and potential for success in obtaining extramural research funding
• Strong desire to teach in a student‑centered environment using innovative methods
• Excellent organizational, communication, teaching, and decision‑making skills, along with an ability to work with faculty from other disciplines