Western Atlantic University School of Medicine Looking for Physiology Faculty Full Time

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) currently invites applications for a faculty member in
Physiology. Come join us at our newly constructed pre-clerkship campus in Freeport, Grand Bahama! Enjoy a warm, collegial
campus environment and an island lifestyle with potentially tax-free living!

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals
that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to building a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical
education program. Our students will study medicine in a highly integrated, systems-based, hybrid curriculum that incorporates active
learning strategies into large and small group settings. With a powerful focus on active, case-based learning; robust simulation; and early
exposure to clinical patients, WAUSM students can expect an integrated learning experience with individualized support that will prepare them to excel
in the Clerkship portion of their studies,
and beyond. We seek outstanding, team-oriented teachers who will share our excitement in building a dynamic and innovative educational
program. The pre-clerkship foundational sciences program is built around a 5-semester (15 weeks per term) model of instruction with basic
science concepts and competencies related to patient centered care integrated and woven throughout. The current WAUSM campus includes
multi-functional academic learning spaces, student study, tutoring and leisure spaces, faculty offices and collaboration
areas, simulation and clinical exam rooms and outdoor spaces.

WAUSM operates on three terms per year with a new class of students
matriculating each term Therefore, teaching duties and administrative responsibilities continue throughout the year. A focus on teaching,
student learning and support is paramount, and we look to individuals who can provide excellence in these areas. The position is located in
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively teach, advise,
  mentor, and evaluate students in a manner that exemplifies excellence and care.
• Prepare teaching materials including cases,
  presentations, pre-reading assignments, practice questions, quizzes, workbooks or other as required. 
• Facilitate small and
  large group active learning sessions.
• Assist in the creation and review of formative and summative assessments to evaluate student
  progress and performance. Proctor examinations as required.
• Revise teaching materials and techniques to stay current and
  innovative, aligning with the continuous improvement of the curriculum.
• Assist leadership in ensuring that the curriculum is
  integrated, clinically relevant, delivered in a logical manner and that content is at a depth and breadth suitable for learners who will
  enter clinical practice.
• Ensure that all teaching materials, communications, posts, assessment materials and any other materials
  delivered to students are updated, current and polished.
• Support students through active participation in the Center for Academic
  Success and collaborate with the Department of Medical Education and the Center for Academic Success in their initiatives as required.
• Participate in and support standing committees, task forces, academic and operational plans and initiatives as appointed / elected
  and/or determined by the Assistant Dean and Chair.
• Serve as unit or course directed as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned
  by the Assistant Dean and Chair or Dean.

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a team to teach and refine curriculum.
• Commitment to team-based learning with a broad
  base of knowledge and the ability to facilitate multidisciplinary student learning.
• Evidence of excellence in medical education
  preferred, with demonstrated teaching/facilitating experience and skill in presenting to students and colleagues.
• Evidence of
  committee work and participation in other initiatives.
• Experience with curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Experience with assessment programs and the ability to lead successful programmatic changes based upon assessment results and adult
  student learning.
• Solid technological skills and experience with virtual learning platforms (Canvas), computer-assisted delivery of
  didactic and active learning content, video-conferencing and other academic / computing platforms (Zoom, Microsoft suite and Teams,
  etc.).
• Ability and desire to work with others in a collegial and collaborative atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills
  in English. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Exhibit flexibility,
  adaptability and be open to and embrace creative, innovative, “break the mold” ideas of others.
• Comfortable living an island
  lifestyle and embracing that experience.