Director of Medical Practice, and Faculty

Job Title:

Director of Medical Practice, and Faculty Department:
Internal Medicine College/Division:
School Of Medicine Primary Job Posting

Location:

Macon, GA 31207 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based)

Mercer University School of Medicine is searching for a non-tenure track Clinical Faculty position to serve as Director of Medical Practice. Rank to be determined based on the credentials of the selected candidate.

The Mercer University School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified educator with a passion for teaching thorough history and physical exam skills. This position is available on the Macon campus. This teaching position will play a key role in planning for 2nd year curriculum including all clinical skills practices, practicums and final exams. This M.D. will give lectures or recruit faculty to provide overviews as directed in the curriculum and lead practice sessions.

This position will need to oversee and grade any written assignments and clinical investigation curriculum as well as remediate students as needed. Coordination with the Directors of Medical Practice and the entire Medical Practice Team on the Columbus and Savannah campuses is key. For over thirty years, MUSM has focused on training medical students to fulfill MUSM’s mission of preparing healthcare professionals to meet the primary care and health care needs of rural and underserved Georgia residents and communities.

Emphasizing interactive and problem-based teaching strategies, our student-centered faculty provides a conceptual and practical foundation that equips graduates to be discerning consumers and innovative producers of knowledge across a variety of medical and community settings, as well as academic institutions. Through teaching, scholarship, and service, students and faculty work closely to have local, regional, national, and international impact.

Candidates must:
Hold a terminal degree (M.D.). The ideal candidate will have:
Experience in health professions education and 10+ years of clinical experience Experience with ultrasound and a willingness to learn point of care ultrasound as directed in the curriculum Commitment to helping students refine their clinical reasoning ability and physical exam skills Knowledge of computer based teaching applications (i.e. Learning Space, Canvas) and working knowledge of electronic presentation applications (i.e. PowerPoint) Provide demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work with members of the academic and clinical community Strong service orientation and commitment to teamwork Strong organizational skills

• Criminal History

• CV
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service.

At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer…