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POSITION
SUMMARY:
Assist the Course Director/Anatomy Instructor with facilitation and
instruction of the weekly Gross Anatomy Lab for the Physician
Assistant Program. Instruction should include meaningful learning
of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support
all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through
learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill
the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of
learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long
learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and
professional development. Assure that the South University
philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth,
involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment
conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is
considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this
position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the
academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South
University Board of Trustees and administration's
mandates.
KEY JOB
ELEMENTS:
Assists the Course Director and Anatomy Lab Instructor with
facilitation and instruction of the weekly Gross Anatomy Lab for
the Physician Assistant Program.
Perform, instruct, and supervise dissection of anatomical
specimens.
Working cohesively with the Anatomy Lab Instructor and anatomy lab
facility to assure rules and regulations that govern the use of a
gross anatomy laboratory are followed by students and
faculty.
Assists with the evaluation of the student’s laboratory performance
and knowledge based on the course learning outcomes and course
instructional objectives.
Assists with the set-up and proctoring of the laboratory practical
examinations and assists with grading laboratory
assignments.
Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved
in a positive educational experience through the learning,
teaching, and social environment.
Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job
description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement
to the South University Employee Handbook.
Provide course instruction that aligns with the South University
model of curricula and supports the South University style of
system delivery.
Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the
student learning experience.
Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student
achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction
that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance
criteria and evaluation.
Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an
educational environment conducive to learning and student
involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and
student success.
Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work
schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students, and
engaging students in the learning process.
Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate
records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing
academic and attendance policies consistent with the school,
campus, or online division.
Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by
continuing professional/technical skills development, the
introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active
awareness of professional/industry trends and
opportunities.
Participate in the faculty development process to enhance
knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered
instruction.
Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s),
faculty, and other South University administrators.
Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and
system task forces, support local campus events such as orientation
and graduation, and participate in various other workshops and
meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in biologic sciences.
One year of gross anatomy laboratory or related
experience.
A core working knowledge of rules and regulations that govern the
use of a gross anatomy laboratory.
Ability to commute to the laboratory facility.
Experience working in an anatomic or physiologic laboratory in a
higher education setting (graduate courses) preferred.
Faculty teaching general education courses at the undergraduate
level: doctor's or master's degree in the teaching discipline or
master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a
minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline).
Faculty teaching associate degree courses designed for transfer to
a baccalaureate degree: doctor's or master's degree in the teaching
discipline or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching
discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline).
Faculty teaching associate degree courses not designed for transfer
to the baccalaureate degree: bachelor's degree in the teaching
discipline, or associate's degree and demonstrated competencies in
the teaching discipline.
Faculty teaching baccalaureate courses: doctor's or master's degree
in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a concentration
in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours
in the teaching discipline).
Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate course work:
earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a
related discipline.
Graduate teaching assistants: master's in the teaching discipline
or 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline, direct
supervision by a faculty member experienced in the teaching
discipline, regular in-service training, and planned and periodic
evaluations.
Experience in instruction or formalized education process,
preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
At least six months of teaching experience at South University or
another post-secondary education institution preferred, with online
experience a plus (for online only).
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a
disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or
without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential
functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job,
the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in
person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic
means, move about the office or school, handle various types of
media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe
and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces
diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and
graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a
diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and
perspectives can thrive.
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