Instructor / Asst. Professor & Director Clinical Education

Compensation : $100,000 - $120,000 based on experience

Position Summary

The Pathologists' Assistant Department in the College of Health Professions at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking to fill a full-time, Director of Clinical Education (DCE) position at the level of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Working as a member of our team, the DCE will participate in a variety of activities that sustain the educational mission of the department with an emphasis on education within the clinical environment.

The successful candidate shall demonstrate effective organizational, interpersonal, problem- solving, and advising and mentoring skills; clinical or teaching expertise, and potential to actively contribute to and lead the development of the Pathologists' Assistant Department's clinical education curriculum. In addition, candidates shall embody congruency with the department, college and university missions.

Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and the names of three individuals who are familiar with applicant's grossing and teaching abilities that are willing to provide letters of reference.

Rosalind Franklin University has a rich history of educating individuals who were historically denied because of their race, ethnicity, or gender. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that encompasses both acceptance and respect. The Pathologists' Assistant Department encourages applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in pathology or related fields.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation / personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays.

Who We Are

Faculty and staff are passionate about the Pathologists' Assistant Program's mission to prepare and develop individuals for the professional practice of surgical and autopsy pathology in a continually evolving health care environment. It is the Department's vision to be recognized as the leader in providing graduate-level training in Pathologists' Assistant studies through its outstanding graduates, curricular innovation, scholarly activity, community service, and the leadership it provides to the pathologists' assistant community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach inter and intra-departmental courses, participate in department, college and university committees, serve as a student advisor, be involved in alumni engagement, routinely travel for site visits, recruit and retain quality clinical affiliates and engage in scholarly activity. Additional duties will be assigned to support the department and program as appropriate.

All full-time faculty members employed by RFUMS are expected to engage in activities that are considered core to their primary role as a faculty member. These activities may include teaching, scholarly activity, and service.

Teaching responsibilities vary and may include :

• Direct instruction
• Curriculum management
• Assessment
• Advising and mentoring for students

Scholarly activities vary and may include :

Service activities vary and may include internal and external contributions through :

Scholarly activities and / or clinical activities are negotiated and determined at the department level and are primarily based upon the faculty track.

Conditions of Employment

Required Education & Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

EOE, Including Disability / Vets