Clinical Foundations Faculty

Join Our Dynamic Faculty Team!

Are you passionate about innovative teaching and student success? We're seeking a dedicated educator to join our academic team and help shape the future of learning through technology, collaboration, and mentorship.

Why Join RUSM?

• Teach year-round in a trimester-based academic calendar
• Work with highly motivated medical students
• Collaborate with a supportive and innovative academic team
• Engage in research opportunities focused on medical education

Responsibilities:

• Engage Students with Modern Tools
  Use cutting-edge educational platforms and apps like Zoom, Interdashboard, Turning Point, Doceri, NearPod, Socrates, Kahoot, and more. Experience with mobile learning, iPads, and iBook creation is a plus!

• Deliver High-Impact Instruction
  Prepare course materials, lead lectures and workshops, facilitate small group sessions, and provide one-on-one support to our highly motivated students.

• Support Academic Growth
  Advise students individually or in groups, using sound judgment to guide them to appropriate resources. Collaborate with our Academy for Teaching and Learning to enhance student outcomes.

• Assess and Improve Learning
  Write and review NBME-style questions, prepare and evaluate exams, and continuously refine instructional materials and teaching techniques.

• Contribute to Curriculum Development
  Participate in curriculum reviews and revisions with departmental colleagues, and actively engage in our faculty mentoring program.

• Stay Professionally Engaged
  Take part in relevant professional activities to enhance your teaching and subject matter expertise.

• Collaborate and Lead
  Serve on faculty committees, contribute to advisory groups, and help shape course content. 

• Facilitate Active Learning
  Lead Case and Problem-Based Learning discussions and support other departmental initiatives as assigned by the Department Chair or Dean.

• Uphold Standards
  Adhere to all institutional policies and standards.

We’re looking for a dedicated medical educator with the following credentials and experience:

Education & Credentials

• Terminal medical degree required: MD, MBBS, or equivalent
• Residency trained and Board Eligible or Board Certified
• Current medical licensure in relevant specialty

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical or academic experience
• Active medical practice or substantial experience within your specialty
• Recent academic appointment at an accredited U.S. or international medical school (preferred)
• Experience teaching medical students or residents
• Familiarity with NBME/USMLE environments (desirable)

Teaching & Educational Skills

• Documented record of teaching effectiveness (desirable)
• Knowledge of adult learning methodologies
• Ability to use active teaching methods (preferred)
• Experience with medical education research, including initiating and presenting projects

Technology & Innovation

• Proficiency with educational technology, including:
  • Learning Management Systems (LMS)
  • Audience response systems
  • Online examinations
  • Videoconferencing tools
• Ability to demonstrate ongoing faculty development in medical education (desirable)

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic academic environment
• Commitment to continuous self-improvement

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to reside in Barbados
• Faculty rank will be determined based on education, credentials, and experience in accordance with RUSM’s appointment policy

Ready to inspire and innovate? Apply now and become part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and student-centered learning.

*Please include cover letter with your application

 

 

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