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Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26078

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Kayla Ouert

(406) 994-4411

[email protected]

Classification Title Instructor

Working Title WWAMI Non-Tenure Track Faculty - pooled position

Brief Position Overview

The WWAMI Medical Education Program provides education at MSU Bozeman for first and second-year medical students in partnership with the University of Washington School of Medicine. The teaching occurs in multiple successive teaching blocks covering material ranging from physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, to pharmacology. Teaching occurs in a variety of formats including lectures, small groups, and case-based discussions.

Faculty Tenure Track No

Faculty Rank Instructor

Position Number 4A6155

Department WWAMI Medical Educ Program

Division WWAMI Medical Education Program

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

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Union Affiliation AFMSU

FTE 0.25-0.5

Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)

Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type LOA

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The WWAMI Medical Education Program provides education at MSU Bozeman for first and second-year medical students in partnership with the University of Washington School of Medicine. This position will provide longitudinal instruction and support in foundational sciences (e.g., physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology) aligned with clinical topics and cases. Teaching occurs in a variety of formats including lectures, small groups, and case-based discussions. This unique role involves sustained engagement with a cohort of students throughout the pre-clinical phase, blending foundational science education with clinical relevance.

Appointments are on a part-time basis for an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program. Salary and FTE is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.

Montana State University values all perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building a whole community, which includes people of many backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach in one or more the nine WWAMI 1st and 2nd year curriculum blocks.

This will include:

+ Preparing for classes.

+ Facilitating student learning during classes.

+ Reviewing and discussing assignments.

+ Following up on a regular basis with students or as needed.

+ Student remediation.

+ Serving as a resource for medical students.

+ Submitting evaluations to the school of mediation in a timely manner participating in faculty meetings and committee work of the WWAMI curriculum, inter-professional education, and service-learning activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ MD/DO or PhD in one of the Biological Sciences relevant to the medical school curriculum.

+ Documented interest in teaching.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Instructional experience in a medical education curriculum

+ Expertise in in the biological sciences related to the medical school curriculum, e.g., physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, pharmacology.

+ Demonstration of excellence in teaching, ideally with experience in active learning and the use of educational technology.

+ Experience with collegiality and collaboration in an inter-professional environment.

+ Skills or experience that contribute to a safe and inclusive learning and work environment.

+ Excellent skills in organization, time management, and written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

The Successful Candidate Will

+ Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students.

+ Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Have experience communicating complex scientific information to a wide-range of audiences.

+ Have the ability to work independently on a wide variety of tasks and in different roles.

+ Maintain effective attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing competing demands.

+ Possess a commitment to health education.

+ Take initiative and work well independently.

+ Exercise good judgment and self-motivation.

+ Maintain strict confidentiality of records and information.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.

+ Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University ( AFMSU ). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU (https://mus.edu/hr/cba/collbarg.html) or by emailing AFSMU ([email protected]) .

+ Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.

+ If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.

+ Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The Program

The WWAMI Medical Education Program, a regional partner with the University of Washington School of Medicine, provides access to publicly supported medical education for residents in Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. WWAMI places special emphasis on meeting the healthcare needs of the State, recognizing the importance of training primary care physicians and advancing medical knowledge. The WWAMI Medical Program at Montana State University admits 30 Montana residents into the program leading to the degree of Doctor of Medicine. Montana WWAMI students complete the first year and a half of medical school at MSU , including training in both the basic sciences and clinical skills.

The Department

The College

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies pooled position

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.