
Assistant/Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
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Job Description Summary
Job Summary: The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM) is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic individual to join our faculty as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. This position involves contributing to the education of osteopathic medical students while actively participating in clinical practice, research/scholarly activities, and service within the Primary Care department.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities: The Assistant/Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics shall perform the following duties under the direction of the Department Chair of Primary Care and the Associate Dean of Clinical Sciences:
Teaching and Education:
- Provide didactic and clinical instruction to medical students in the field of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
- Provide lectures to medical students in the teaching discipline.
- Develop and implement curriculum components related to Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
- May serve as a Clerkship Director or Course Director.
- Mentor and advise medical students.
Clinical Practice:
- Participate in clinical practice at our teaching clinics.
- Provide comprehensive patient care to individuals across the lifespan, encompassing both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
Research and Scholarly Activities:
- Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and presentations.
- Collaborate with colleagues and students on research projects.
- Contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge in the fields of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
Service:
- Serve on departmental and college committees.
- Engage in community outreach and service initiatives.
- Interview applicants for the D.O. program.
Position Qualifications:
Eligible candidates for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics position must:
Required
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or Medical Doctor (MD) degree
- Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
- Eligibility for licensure in the state of Alabama.
Preferred
- Experience in medical education and curriculum development.
- Previous academic experience in an osteopathic institution or other medical college with experience working in an integrated curriculum.
Candidate must also demonstrate:
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Dedication to teaching and mentorship.
- Capacity for research and scholarly activities.
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor (Rank commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Workload: Full-time, 12-month faculty position; FTE 1.0 (Teaching .6, Clinical Practice .2, Research/Scholarly Activity .1, and Service .1 components)