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Working/Functional Title

Ast Prof/Asc Professor Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics in the College of Human Medicine (CHM) invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor. The successful candidate will have an appointment as a Learning Society Fellow to participate in the Shared Discovery Curriculum (SDC) at CHM. The candidate will be expected to participate in teaching microbiology and immunology content in the integrated SDC using several modalities including small group learning, case-based exercises, team-based learning, and peer-instruction. Students will be primarily Early Clinical Experience (Year 1) and the Middle Clinical Experience (Year 2) of the medical school curriculum. Some content development will be expected, and innovation is encouraged. Teaching and content development in the SDC is a team effort so the successful candidate will be comfortable and adept with working in a team of basic science and clinical faculty. CHM Learning Society Fellows participate in weekly faculty development and faculty working sessions, as well as participate in learning society activities. Learning Society Fellows may participate in educational scholarship related to the work of the learning societies. Academic rank will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -microbiology, immunology, or related

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in microbiology, immunology, or related discipline. Applicant should have some experience teaching medical students, graduate students or undergraduates in a classroom setting. 

Required Application Materials

Application materials to be uploaded must include a statement of interest highlighting specific strengths related to this position, experience and accomplishments in teaching including why you want to be a part of the CHM Shared Discovery Curriculum; curriculum vitae; and the names of three faculty references who are familiar with your educational activities. 

Together-we-will Statement

Review of Applications Begins On

09/16/2022

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

https://mmg.natsci.msu.edu/

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