Assistant Professor of Medical Microbiology

Position Details

The Burnett School of Medicine at Texas Christian University is seeking a Medical Science Educator (faculty) to deliver active and applied learning sessions in Microbiology and related content areas for our integrated Phase 1/Phase 2 basic and clinical sciences curriculum.

Medical Science Educators serve as content experts and collaborate with basic science faculty, course and module directors, and other curricular leaders in the development and delivery of Phase 1 and Phase 2 content. They participate in planning sessions, coordinate content and instructional modalities, and prepare through review and run‑through meetings.

They spend time commensurate with their FTE facilitating student learning of applied medical knowledge through active learning modalities, fostering a student‑directed learning environment that guides reflective inquiry, discussion, and critical thinking.

Reporting to the Chair for Medical Education, this faculty position collaborates with curricular leadership to develop and implement a transformative curriculum that incorporates innovative and integrated learning strategies. It also serves as a facilitator in curricular sessions and supports module directors and other faculty.

• Lead and coordinate components of the integrated undergraduate medical school curriculum in medical microbiology, immunology and molecular biology, aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Teach in the phase 1 Mechanism of Health and Disease courses and in the phase 2 curriculum for discipline specific needs.
• Exhibit teaching and facilitation skills that promote student‑centered learning.
• Work with course directors and other leaders to develop, review, and refine course materials, including pre‑work, session plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Facilitate Step 1 board review content related to microbiology and immunology as needed.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning and integration, modifying instructional content and methods in response to feedback.
• Integrate national trends in medical education and the discipline into innovative educational practice.
• Complete training and faculty development activities to improve skills in active learning modalities.
• Be available for student consultation, including scheduled office hours.

• Maintain an active research agenda focused on medical education and innovative curricular approaches.

• Model professional practice: ethical, honest, punctual, and open to continuous learning.
• Complete administrative paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Serve on faculty committees as appointed or elected.
• Participate in other activities assigned by the Chair of Medical Education and academic leaders.

• PhD, MD or DO degree is required.
• Expertise in microbiology and/or immunology or related field is required.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in pre‑clinical or pre‑clerkship medical education program development and assessment.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in an undergraduate medical education or health professional education setting.
• Qualify for academic appointment (Assistant Professor or Associate Professor) in a School of Medicine department.

• Additional expertise in Immunology and/or Molecular Biology is preferred.
• Experience implementing innovative active learning methods (e.g., integrated curricula, problem‑based learning, case‑based learning, team‑based learning, e‑learning) within the discipline.
• Experience with teaching and/or integration of curricula in other relevant disciplines.
• Evidence of educational scholarship.

• Knowledge of basic science principles and application to clinical medicine.
• Knowledge and skills in medical education program development, delivery, administration, and assessment.
• Ability to develop and deliver case‑based and active learning methods in both small and large group settings.
• Demonstrated flexibility in curriculum development and delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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