Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
https://www.greatrwandajobs.com/employers/newest-jobs/company-University-of-Global-Health-Equity-UGHE-1739
Reports to: Chair of Division of Basic Medical Sciences in School of Medicine
Group/Department: Basic medical sciences
Location: Butaro

Position Overview 
As a faculty member and Head of Anatomy at the Division of Basic Medical Sciences of the school of medicine, you will be responsible for working as part of a team to develop and teach modules in Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) of the undergraduate MBBS and postgraduate Master and PhD program using cutting-edge pedagogical methods. Faculty members must have a deep commitment to excellence in teaching and broad expertise in Human Anatomy, histology, embryology and other foundational health sciences. All UGHE faculty members will be required to conduct research, supervise graduate students, and pursue external research grant funding. In addition, as the Head of Anatomy, you are expected to support and lead in the academic and administrative activities of the Division of BMS as assigned by the Chair of Division. You will be expected to teach and assess BMS modules and participate in the development and the effective implementation of Basic Medical Sciences modules for undergraduate and graduate students as well as promote the UGHE research agenda.

 Academic Responsibilities 
• Lead the development and improvement of longitudinal, integrated courses in the foundational health sciences 
• Develop syllabi, modules, learning objectives, student assessments, case studies, simulations, problem-solving activities, and classroom activities for BMS modules and other courses taught at UGHE 
• Write and oversee the preparation and delivery of examinations in the foundational health sciences and assume responsibility for timely reporting of student grades to the Dean’s office 
• Recruit and coordinate part-time and visiting faculty to co-teach Basic Science modules at UGHE 
• Develop, or research and source, course materials to be integrated into student assignments, including readings and teaching videos 
• Deliver interactive and engaging classroom instruction 
• Organize all course materials in a clear, presentable way on the UGHE learning management system 
• Teach gross Anatomy and Histology laboratory classes and/or clinical simulation-based classes 
• Teach and supervise Msc and PhD students in Medical Sciences
• Participate in regular curriculum integration meetings across the UGHE faculty, and support community-based learning 
• Coordinate with the Educational Development and Quality Center at UGHE to implement evidence-based continuous improvement of teaching and courses 
• Solicit and develop international institutional relationships and partnerships 
• Contribute to research at UGHE and to the development of a UGHE research agenda 
• Participate in community engagement activities 

Administrative Responsibilities 
• Mentor and advise students and supervise student research projects 
• Manage course supplies and laboratory supplies, including ordering, stocking, preparation, and distribution 
• Develop semi-annual plans, reports, and budgets to sustain academic activities a  UGHE 
• Serve on university committees and represent the university on external committees  as assigned 
• Provide other duties as assigned by the Chair of Division, Dean, and other members of the University leadership

General Qualifications:
• An earned PhD in Human Anatomy from a reputable international University 
• More than 5 years teaching experience at the level of Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in a Medical School at a reputable University
• Must have served in a Senior academic administrative role such as Head of Department, Chair of Academic committee, member of Senate or other academic governance structures
• Evidence of active research participation and scientific publications in reputable journals
• Evidence of competence in digital medical education, use of Learning Management Systems, Anatomage, Complete Anatomy and other software to support teaching
• Experience in teaching using cadaveric dissection
• Experienced in horizontal and vertical integration of the MBBS curriculum
• Demonstrate interest in medical education and continuous professional development.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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