LUCOM | Part-time Instructor/Lecturer

Job Description Summary

The Lecturer is responsible to develop and present lectures within specific coursed to students in the first and second years of study at the COM. They will work closely with the respective course director to ensure accurate, current, and effective content is delivered in a manner that supports students’ progression through the course. **

Essential Functions And Responsibilities**

• Works collaboratively with the Course Director to develop components of the lecture(s), including PowerPoint with learning objectives and a designated number of exam questions per lecture hour.
• Submits these components of the lecture(s) to the Course Director 1 week in advance of the scheduled lecture(s) or as designated.
• Works collaboratively with the Office of Medical Education and the Assistant Dean of Medical Education and Curriculum to ensure timely completion of the requirements.
• Works with the Office of Medical Education to communicate any lecture support needs (i.e. IT, software, etc.).
• The Lecturer ensures availability to answer content-related questions from students following lectures.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean or his/her designee.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Does position directly or indirectly supervise other employees? ☐ YES ☒ NO

Does position supervise subordinate supervisors? ☐ YES ☒ NO

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_ Does this position directly oversee non-supervisory personnel? ☐ YES ☒ NO

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_ Does position interact with individuals/entities outside the company? ☐ YES ☒ NO

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Qualifications And Credentials**

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or terminal degree in respective field of study.
• Experience in education, preferably medical education.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong ability to work with and learn a variety of computer systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate time management skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to delegate.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• Curriculum and Learning Outcomes - Knowledge related to the development, maintenance, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum and learning outcomes, including curriculum mapping/blueprinting, and management across the continuum of education, including UME and GME.
• Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures related to identifying, recruiting, onboarding, developing, managing, and retaining qualified faculty, staff, and preceptors to accomplish the goals of Clinical Affairs.
• Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, read, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possession of public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and clerical skills, having knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Microsoft Office, managing files and records, transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology, and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply knowledge of guidelines, policies, and procedures in a variety of situations.
• Ability to contribute to a team environment and contribute expertise at appropriate times while recognizing each team members strengths and contributions.
• Use of “listen first" communication style to ensure that everyone is heard so the best decision can be reached.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to show respect to their colleagues and to work in a collegial manner.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to critical and subtle issues which can potentially impact academic performance and wellness, particularly for students from culturally and socio-economically diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience effectively advising students.
• Passion to ensure both academic success and overall personal wellness.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with FERPA guidelines.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Exercise critical thinking, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Active learning by understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making needs.
• Systems analysis and evaluation to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes; identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Skilled negotiator, with the ability to positively persuade and influence behaviors.
• Exercise time management of self and team members

Physical And Sensory Abilities

• Social perceptiveness, being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

Use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.

Disclaimer Liberty University’s hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. Liberty University is in that category.