Preclinical Medical School Educator: Physiology
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Project Description
The PCRV will be a key member of the college of medicine and will assist with the various educational and training activities in conjunction with the preclinical coordinator. In addition to teaching courses, the PCRV will enhance the structure and design of pre-clinical training, develop additional learning resources for students, review and recommend revision to curricula and modules, work in partnership with peers and trainees to identify and develop opportunities for collaborative research, support the development and implementation of administrative tools and structures required for medical education operations, including the creation of trainee, faculty, and program evaluations tools. The PCRV will also conduct seminars to upgrade the knowledge and skills of other colleagues in the department. The skills of a PCRV are sought to deliver content, be available full-time on campus for student advising and mentoring, and introduce teaching innovations to AMD.
Peace Corps Response established its “Advancing Health Professionals” program in 2019. Response Volunteers serving with the AHP program seek to improve health outcomes on a societal level through the provision of high-level, specialized service in the health sector. AHP projects include programming such as nursing education, health systems strengthening, service delivery improvement, and other non-clinical interventions which enhance the quality of healthcare.
Please note that departure dates and other details of this project could change because of the uncertainties as Peace Corps and local partners resume volunteer operations. Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in Liberia together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Partner Information
Required Skills
• A minimum of 3 years of experience teaching at an accredited college of medicine, medical school, school of pharmacy or equivalent
• A PhD or equivalent from an accredited institution OR MD with Master’s or equivalent; OR Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 5 years teaching experience.
• A proven track record as a leader and teacher
• Teaching experience in cross-cultural and/or low-income settings
• English proficiency
The Peace Corps embraces and leverages the diversity of its volunteers as a reflection of America's diversity. Peace Corps Response is committed to reflecting the diversity of the United States in the professionals we send into the field to support the mission of world peace and friendship. Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Medical Considerations
Before you apply, please review Medical Information for Applicants to learn about the clearance process and other health conditions that are difficult to accommodate in Peace Corps service.
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