Overview:
An adjunct in anatomy or basic sciences is responsible to teach is responsible to teach in the lecture and/or laboratory setting. Adjuncts are assigned to provide instruction in a portion of the curriculum for which they have suitable training and experience.
Responsibilities:
The following outlines the basic responsibilities of this position. Other duties are to be assigned as necessary.
- Prepare and deliver lectures or laboratory lessons on assigned topics
- Participate in assessment of student performance through appropriate examination methods as assigned
- Promote an appropriate atmosphere for student education and be responsive to students' needs
- Serve on TouroCOM committees as assigned.
- Provide reports, budgetary information, and other documents as requested by department chairs, directors, and deans
- Advise and mentor students
- Participate in medical student admission interviews
Qualifications:
Education, Preparation, and Training
- Graduate level degree (Masters or Doctoral) in any of the topics mentioned in the job responsibilities section.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
- Proficient in the following areas: Relevant content expertise, research techniques, instructional design, delivery and assessment, course management, psychometrics/statistics, learning theory, public speaking, effective communication, conflict management.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills supporting the proficient use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Excel, as well as software used to prepare and administer written exams electronically
- Experience with Learning Management Systems.