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Physiology (Open Rank Faculty)
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) El Paso
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine (PLFSOM)
The Department of Medical Education at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso – Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is seeking qualified applicants for a full‑time open‑rank faculty position in physiology. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary team of medical educators to develop and deliver a highly integrated clinical presentation‑based medical curriculum. Our faculty also engage in research and service activities based on individual interests, credentials and experience.
The Department of Medical Education houses a number of state‑of‑the‑art educational spaces, including a 5,000 square‑foot gross anatomy lab and 2,700 square‑foot molecular and cell biology lab for teaching and faculty‑mentored student research projects. Access to additional instrumentation and collaborative research expertise is granted through four centers of research emphasis (Cancer, Diabetes & Metabolism, Infectious Diseases, and Neuroscience) located in the adjacent Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine.
The Community:
El Paso is the 6th largest city in Texas, the 23rd largest city in the U.S., and consistently ranks as one of the safest large cities in the country with excellent schools and family amenities. The El Paso community enjoys over 300 days of sunshine per year, and has numerous outdoor and cultural pursuits. The Franklin Mountains State Park, one of the largest U.S. urban parks, bisects the city and offers easy access to hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and camping within the city limits. El Paso is home to an international airport, Ft. Bliss, the Sun Bowl, Division I athletics, historic sites, museums, minor league baseball, pro soccer, Broadway series, symphony, and a classic film festival.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Physiology or a closely related discipline, or M.D./D.O. or equivalent medical degree
Expertise/experience in teaching human physiology, especially clinically-integrated physiology for medical students
Evidence of scholarship in the field of expertise
Texas Medical License or eligibility for Texas Medical License for physician candidates
Board certification by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties for physician candidates
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing and delivering an integrated medical curriculum
Experience with active learning methods, such as interactive large- and small-group formats, team-based learning, case-based learning, and problem-based learning
Experience with curriculum management software systems
Participation in national organizations or committees devoted to medical education
Experience in medical education scholarshipExperience in the development of grant proposals and the management of extramural funding
Emerging or established regional or national reputation for the rank of associate professor or higher
Position Description:
Participate in the collaborative development and delivery of the pre‑clerkship medical school curriculum (years 1-2), with an emphasis on curricular elements related to the teaching and assessment of human physiology and pathophysiology
Participate in course administration and instruction for the pre‑clerkship phase of the medical school curriculum
Collaborate with faculty members in other disciplines to develop and deliver an integrated curriculum that blends basic science, clinical science, and health systems science
Employ a variety of teaching methods including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, and team-based learning
Provide formative and summative assessment of medical student performance
Provide individual support, feedback, and advice to medical students
Work closely with course and curriculum committees, fellow faculty, and key administrators to accomplish the educational program goals and objectives established by the School of Medicine
Engage in advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship
Provide clinical service (when applicable) to the extent necessary to adequately support the teaching programs of the department
Contribute to the community through academically-related public service complementary to the institutional mission
Serve the academic community through participation in institutional governance, such as committee work and other administrative duties
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and billing regulations
Adhere to institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrate professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility
Promote and uphold the values-based culture of TTUHSC El Paso
Depending on individual goals and interests, and as negotiated with the Chair of the Department of Medical Education, the successful candidate may also have the opportunity to:
Serve as a ‘college mentor’ by providing one-on-one support, feedback, and advising to medical students assigned to one of the school’s academic learning communities (‘colleges’)
Co-facilitate discussion-based sessions in the ‘College Colloquium,’ a course devoted to topics such as medical ethics, controversies in medicine, evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, safety and quality improvement, communication, humanism, empathy, wellness, life‑long learning, bias, leadership, and professionalism
This position is salaried and fully funded. Salary, academic rank and tenure option are commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included.
Interested candidates:
To be considered for this position, all candidates must apply online at select ‘Faculty Positions’ under ‘TTUHSC El Paso’ and enter code 43236BR in the Search job opportunities.
For further information please contact:
Dr. Nathan Holland, M.S., Ph.D.
Search Committee Chair
Department of Medical Education
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso
130 Rick Francis St, El Paso, Texas 79905
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Worksite address
el paso, TX, 88568, US
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