"Assistant/Associate Professor - Educational Innovation Institute"

Job Description

Job Summary

Job ID 291367
Position 40099849

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) at Augusta University invites applications for a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the Educational Innovation Institute (Ell). The mission of the Ell is to champion excellence and innovation in health sciences education, and educational scholarship that enhances learning and develops educational leaders locally and globally. We seek a collaborative scholar with expertise in social science research methods and a strong potential to contribute to medical or health professions education. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Faculty Development and is a full-time, in-person role based on the Augusta University campus. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Research - 15%
  Conduct independent and collaborative research in medical education, with an emphasis on areas such as learning sciences, curriculum design, assessment, faculty development, or educational technology integrated into the MCG strategic plan and related Ell tactical plans.
• Journals - 10%
  Publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and present at national conferences.
• Apply research findings - 15%
  Apply research findings to advance curriculum, learner assessment, and faculty development, using evidence-based strategies and scholarly evaluation to enhance teaching and learning.
• Educational research design and implementation - 15%
  Support and partner with MCG faculty, Academic Affairs & curriculum, MCG departments, and programs to support rigorous qualitative or mixed-methods educational research design and implementation.
• Mentor - 10%
  Mentor faculty, residents, fellows, and students in educational research methodology, data analysis, and dissemination.
• Faculty Workshops - 10%
  Develop and facilitate faculty workshops that support the progression of research skills from beginner to advanced levels while occasionally integrating content on teaching strategies, learning methodologies, and curriculum design.
• Consultation to support faculty - 10%
  Provide expert consultation to support faculty in educational research and scholarly activities, fostering continuous improvement and innovation in academic practice.
• Committees - 10%
  Serve on Ell, MCG, and Augusta University committees as appropriate and needed.
• Other - 5%
  Other duties as assigned by the MCG Associate Dean for Faculty Development.

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, PsyD, or equivalent).

Demonstrated research experience in a social science field such as education, psychology, educational psychology, anthropology, sociology.

Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

Assistant Professor- Early level career as a faculty member.

Associate Professor- Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate in higher education/health professions education, instructional design/curriculum, psychology/educational psychology, sociology or equivalent.

Experience in medical or health professions education research.

Expertise in qualitative and/or mixed methods research.

Experience in curriculum development, assessment, and/or faculty development.

Experience working in medical education environment (UME, GME programs) with learners and faculty at various levels.

Background in integrating Al-driven tools or methodologies into medical training programs and/or educational research.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website:
https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

Location

Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals.
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.