Public Health / Health Systems Science (Open Rank Faculty)

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) El Paso

Paul L. Foster School of Medicine (PLFSOM)

The Department of Medical Education at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso – Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time open rank faculty position in public health & health systems science. The successful candidate will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary team of medical educators to develop and deliver a highly integrated clinical presentation-based medical curriculum. Our faculty also engage in research and service activities based on individual interests, credentials and experience.

El Paso’s location on the US-Mexico border provides unparalleled opportunities to teach, study and address binational health challenges, health disparities, and cross-cultural healthcare delivery models.

Position Description:

Participate in the collaborative development and delivery of the pre-clerkship medical school curriculum (years 1-2), with an emphasis on curricular elements related to the teaching and assessment of health systems science
Participate in course administration and instruction for the pre-clerkship phase of the medical school curriculum
Collaborate with faculty members in other disciplines to develop and deliver an integrated curriculum that blends basic science, clinical science, and health systems science
Employ a variety of teaching methods including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, and team-based learning
Provide formative and summative assessment of medical student performance
Provide individual support, feedback, and advice to medical students
Work closely with course and curriculum committees, fellow faculty, and key administrators to accomplish the educational program goals and objectives established by the School of Medicine
Engage in advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship
Provide clinical service (when applicable) to the extent necessary to adequately support the teaching programs of the department
Contribute to the community through academically-related public service complementary to the institutional mission
Serve the academic community through participation in institutional governance, such as committee work and other administrative duties
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and billing regulations
Adhere to institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrate professionalism in accordance with the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility
Promote and uphold the values-based culture of TTUHSC El Paso

Depending on individual goals and interests, and as negotiated with the Chair of the Department of Medical Education, the successful candidate may also have the opportunity to serve as a ‘college mentor’ and co-facilitate discussion-based sessions in the ‘College Colloquium.’

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD or equivalent degree in public health, health systems science, or a closely related discipline, or MD/DO or equivalent medical degree together with an MPH
Expertise/experience in teaching multiple curricular domains of health systems science
Evidence of scholarship in the field of expertise
Texas Medical License or eligibility for Texas Medical License for physician candidates
Board certification by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties for physician candidates

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing and delivering an integrated medical curriculum
Experience with active learning methods
Experience with curriculum management software systems
Participation in national organizations or committees devoted to medical education
Experience in medical education scholarship
Experience in the development of grant proposals and the management of extramural funding
Emerging or established regional or national reputation for the rank of associate professor or higher

This position is salaried and fully funded. Salary, academic rank and tenure option are commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Interested candidates are asked to apply online at http://www.texastech.edu/careers/, under TTUHSC El Paso, click Faculty Positions, and enter 40865 – El Paso.

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