Medical Education- Asst. Professor of Professional Practice at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

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Department of Medical Education


University of Miami Miller School of Medicine


The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic and innovative anatomy faculty member to join our Department of Medical Education. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in anatomy for medical and health professions students. This role involves developing and enhancing anatomy curricula and actively engaging in student teaching and assessment across our three-phase NextGenMD curriculum.


Teaching:

• Deliver lectures, laboratory instruction, and small-group sessions on human anatomy, including gross anatomy, histology, embryology and neuroanatomy.


• Utilize traditional and modern teaching methods, such as donor-based instruction, digital tools, and 3D models.


• Recruit and train other faculty and residents to support anatomy lab sessions.


• Serve as course director for Phase 3 required and elective anatomy courses.


• Teach in the Masters of Biomedical Sciences program

Curriculum Development:

• Design, implement, and evaluate anatomy curricula aligned with the latest educational standards and learning objectives, ensuring an integrated approach across various health disciplines.


• Assist with mapping anatomy objectives to our curriculum map.

Student Assessment:

• Develop and administer assessments, including practical exams, written tests, and quizzes, to evaluate student learning and mastery of anatomical concepts.


• Finalize course grades within our learning management system.

Interprofessional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with faculty and Phase Directors across our curriculum to provide a cohesive, longitudinal anatomy curriculum.


• Attend Executive Curriculum Committee and sub-committee meetings


• Manage the South Florida Body Donor Program for the State of Florida Anatomical Board

Continuous Quality Improvement:


•Provide feedback to students and respond to student feedback as appropriate.


•Participate in faculty development and training for continuous quality improvement.


Research:

• Engage in scholarly work, particularly medical education research and ethics of human tissue use

Qualifications


Educational Background: Ph.D., MD, or equivalent degree in Anatomy, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field is required.


Experience: Proven experience in teaching anatomy at the undergraduate or graduate level. Previous experience with donor dissection and lab instruction is highly desirable.


Expertise: Strong foundation in human anatomy, with additional knowledge in histology, neuroanatomy, or embryology preferred.


Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex anatomical concepts clearly and effectively.


Preferred Qualifications:


Experience with modern teaching technologies, including digital dissection tools, virtual reality, and 3D modeling.


Evidence of involvement in curriculum development or interprofessional education initiatives.


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