Job Information
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – El Paso Instructor or Higher - Developmental Genetics (WLHSDM) in El Paso, Texas
37906BR
Extended Job Title:
Instructor or Higher - Developmental Genetics (WLHSDM)
Org Level 1:
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Position Description:
Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching and service, some variation by academic unit.
Requisition ID:
37906BR
Optional Attachments:
Recommendation/Referral, Transcript
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Participates in course administration and instruction for the dental school curriculum
Develops and delivers an integrated curriculum, which blends basic science and clinical concepts, in collaboration with faculty members in other disciplines
Employs multiple teaching methods including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, team-based learning, and distance education
Mentors students in the laboratory on developmental biology projects
Provides formative and summative assessment of dental student performance
Provides individual support, feedback, and advice to dental students
Works closely with the course and curriculum committees, fellow faculty, and key administrators to accomplish the goals and objectives of the dental school's curriculum
Engages in advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship
Serves the academic community through participation in institutional governance, such as committee work and other administrative duties
Contributes to the community through academically related public service complementary to the institutional mission
Adheres to institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility
Upholds and promotes the values-based culture of TTUHSC El Paso
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Work Location:
El Paso
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in teaching clinically-integrated human craniofacial development for dental students
Experience in the use of medical/dental laboratory findings and clinical case-based scenarios in the teaching of human craniofacial development
Experience in the development and delivery of an integrated dental curriculum
Experience with innovative teaching methods such as interactive large and small group formats, laboratory-based instruction, team-based learning, case-based learning, problem-based, and distance education learning
Experience with curriculum management software systems
Participation in national organizations or committees devoted to dental education
Demonstration of research excellence in their field
Demonstration of productive research collaborations and interdisciplinary research
Demonstration of post-doctoral training related to developmental biology or craniofacial genetics
Experience in mentoring students in the laboratory
Experience in the development of grant proposals and the management of extramural funding
Experience in dental education scholarship
Emerging or established regional or national reputation for associate professor or higher rank
Campus:
HSC - El Paso
Department:
Woody L. Hunt SDM Admin ELP
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group:
Instructors
Shift:
Day
EEO Statement:
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in genetics, developmental biology, developmental genetics, craniofacial biology, stem cell biology, or equivalent related specialty
A minimum of three years of experience in teaching developmental genetics or craniofacial development at the level of higher education
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Jeanne Clery Act:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx) .