Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) El Paso

Paul L. Foster School of Medicine (PLFSOM)

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso – Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is seeking a highly qualified faculty member to join our Department of Medical Education with an emphasis on teaching epidemiology, biostatistics and public health. The successful candidate will assume a major educational role working with an interdisciplinary team of faculty to develop and deliver an integrated clinical presentation-based curriculum. The successful candidate will also engage in scholarship and academic service activities aligned with individual interests, credentials and experience.

Highlights of the Community and Position:

• One of the Best Overall Places to Live, US News and World Report, 2018
• #1 safest city in America with a population over 500,000
• Multicultural environment with rich history, food, arts and entertainment
• No local or state income tax, low housing costs, great schools, and high desert climate with scenic mountain landscape
• Average of 300 sunny days per year
• Dynamic and collegial work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Position Description:

• Participates in course administration and instruction for the pre-clerkship phase of the medical school curriculum
• Develops and delivers an integrated curriculum, which blends biostatistics, epidemiology, evidence-based medicine and public health, in collaboration with faculty members in other disciplines
• Employs multiple teaching methods including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, and team-based learning
• Provides formative and summative assessment of medical student performance
• Provides individual support, feedback, and advice to medical students
• Works closely with the course and curriculum committees, fellow faculty, and key administrators to accomplish the goals and objectives of the medical school's curriculum
• Engages in scholarship, clinical service (if applicable), and academically-related public service
• Adheres to institutional policies and procedures
• Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility