Faculty Education & Pedagogy Facilitator, Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine is launching a new Office of Faculty Learning and Advancement (OFLA). The mission of the OFLA is to enhance the quality of academic life for HCOM faculty so that they can achieve professional excellence as they fulfill their essential roles in medical education, research, and service.  We are currently advertising 3 new positions for this office in the areas of faculty affairs and faculty development. For all 3 positions, occasional in-state, regional, and national travel is required.

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking to hire a full-time Faculty Education and Pedagogy Facilitator

Reporting to the Senior Director of Faculty Education and Pedagogy, the Facilitator of Faculty Education and Pedagogy will carry into effect the strategy for developing faculty teaching skills and provide ongoing support for the understanding and implementation of best pedagogical practices. The Faculty Education and Pedagogy Facilitator will ensure high quality teaching and learning in accordance with curriculum goals by organizing and leading discussions, workshops, and one-on-one instruction/consultations on course design, course or activity delivery, assignment design, student assessment, inclusive teaching and other topics as needed; developing and curating content and resources for faculty related to instruction and pedagogy relevant for our curriculum; assisting with a needs assessment to determine areas for faculty development; and performing teaching observations and review learning activities to help identify areas of strength and improvement.  The person in this role will also support the medical education research initiative through the implementation of faculty training programs that impact pedagogy and thus student outcomes. This position will have an adjunct faculty appointment in a relevant academic department and assist with teaching in areas of content expertise and / or through medical student small group coaching. Occasional in-state, regional and national travel is required. The position can be located at any of our campuses (Athens, Dublin, or Cleveland) with a potential for hybrid work options as well.

Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in Education, Health or related field

• This position requires an educational foundation of principles, processes and experiences that one who has an advanced degree will have been exposed to and applied in the educational setting.

• 3 years of experience designing and facilitating professional development opportunities related to pedagogy for higher education faculty.

• Established track record of teaching excellence, as demonstrated by student, peer, and supervisor evaluations.

• 1 year of supervisory or managerial responsibilities

Since our founding in 1975, the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine has become a leader in providing a patient-centered, clinically integrated medical education continuum, from pre-medical education to undergraduate medical education, and on through residency training, with an emphasis on primary care. With the opening of two new campuses, made possible in part by a $105 million gift from the Osteopathic Heritage Foundations, the Heritage College now has three Ohio locations: Athens, Dublin and Cleveland. Each campus provides a unique environment, but they are all connected by a shared learning experience. We promote a culture of collaboration to foster a forward-thinking approach to medical education, research and engagement with underserved populations. Our students and faculty benefit from the college’s use of advanced technology, modern classrooms and lab space, partnerships with respected medical institutions, and enriching community health programs.

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

For additional information visit:

Ohio University  www.ohio.edu 

Heritage College  www.ohio.edu/medicine 

Benefits:  https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits 

For full consideration, please complete the online application by July 4, 2022 at https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/41677  and attach the following documents:  

• CV
• Contact information for three professional references
• Cover Letter

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.