Careers @ WAUSM

Overview:

Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Clerkship Student Affairs provides strategic leadership, guidance, and support for the five-semester clerkship phase of the Doctor of Medicine program at Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM). This position is responsible for fostering a positive and engaging student experience throughout the clerkship years by overseeing student support services, wellness initiatives, career advising, student engagement, and professional development. The Director serves as a key advocate for clerkship students, collaborates closely with academic and administrative stakeholders, and promotes institutional excellence through effective program development, assessment, and student-centered initiatives.

This is a remote position with an annual travel requirement of approximately 30%, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight of clerkship student affairs initiatives, including student engagement, campus life activities, student government, career advising, and wellness programming.
• Deliver comprehensive advising and support to clerkship students, including guidance related to academic progression, leaves of absence, withdrawals, remediation, promotions, dismissals, and referrals to appropriate institutional resources.
• Support students transitioning from the pre-clerkship curriculum into the clerkship phase, ensuring continuity of advising and access to support services.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for student concerns and complex student matters, including crisis intervention, student complaints, professionalism issues, and other student welfare concerns.
• Assist in the development, implementation, assessment, and enforcement of student affairs policies, procedures, and initiatives that promote student success and a positive learning environment.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and administrative oversight to the Student Government Association (SGA), including budget management, organizational development, governance, programming, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Team to develop, maintain, and manage communication strategies and online content related to clerkship student affairs.
• Coordinate and participate in clerkship student orientation activities, partnering with institutional stakeholders to deliver programming and presentations related to curriculum, policies, student services, and expectations.
• Work collaboratively with the Department of Clinical Sciences to review and support the development of new elective opportunities and the approval process for away rotations.
• Co-manage the AAMC Careers in Medicine program across all ten semesters in partnership with the Director of Pre-Clerkship Student Affairs, ensuring continuity of career development programming and advising.
• Provide individualized advisement regarding clerkship scheduling, elective planning, residency preparation, and career exploration.
• Direct and develop a team of staff members by establishing performance expectations, providing coaching and mentorship, conducting evaluations, supporting professional development, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Assist the Vice President of Student Affairs with special projects, strategic initiatives, program assessment activities, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Represent Student Affairs through active participation in institutional committees, task forces, operational initiatives, and academic planning activities as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, administrators, clinical partners, and external stakeholders to advance student success and institutional objectives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs.

Education, Experience, and Attributes:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree in higher education administration, college student development, counseling, or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in academic advising, medical education, student government, student unions, study abroad programs, graduate programs, orientation and transition programs, etc.
• Solid multi-cultural proficiency, experience with international and diverse populations
• Ability to be measured and calm during a crisis/complex issue and be a productive and high performing team member in a fast-paced University environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule required, including working outside of normal business hours or weekends as necessary or as emergent situations arise.
• Willingness to work collaboratively and collegially with a team to build out the elements of a new medical school.
• Evidence of project or committee work and participation in other initiatives.
• Solid technological skills and experience with virtual learning platforms, video-conferencing and other academic / computing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Office suite and Teams, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Exhibit flexibility, adaptability and be open to and embrace creative, innovative, “break the mold” ideas of others.
• Goal oriented and internally motivated

Salary commensurate with experience.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.

Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean, Clinical Sciences, we welcome applications for our Coordinator, Clinical Sciences Operations position The Coordinator, Clinical Sciences Operations provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Clinical Sciences unit, ensuring the efficient coordination of departmental activities, academic operations, and faculty support services. This position serves as a key liaison among faculty, students, clinical partners, and institutional units to facilitate the successful delivery of the clinical sciences curriculum and related academic initiatives.

The Coordinator is responsible for managing day-to-day operational functions, coordinating meetings and events, maintaining records, supporting faculty onboarding, monitoring projects and deadlines, and assisting with accreditation and compliance activities as needed. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to building a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical education program. WAUSM has three terms per year (January, May, and September) with a cohort of students matriculating each term. Therefore, teaching duties and administrative responsibilities continue throughout the year. A focus on teaching, student learning and support is paramount, and we look to individuals who can provide excellence in these areas.

This is a remote position, though travel to Freeport, Grand Bahama, as well as to our affiliate clinical sites is anticipated.

Pay basis for this position is salary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Clerkship Curriculum oversight (including action item tracking, curriculum and syllabi updates, Canvas updates, Clinical Guide updates, Elective Catalog updates, SharePoint updates).
• Coordinate bi-annual Clerkship Curriculum review and revision.
• Participate in team meetings with hospital partners and OSA..
• Coordinate and support bi-monthly Clerkship Sub-Committee meetings, Support responsibilities include, but are not limited to, meeting coordination and scheduling, drafting of meeting agenda, preparation of meeting materials, and meeting minute taking.
• Coordinate and support annual team site visits to clerkship sites and semi-annual clinical department meetings. Support responsibilities include, but are not limited to, meeting coordination and scheduling, drafting of meeting agenda, preparation of meeting materials, and meeting minute taking.
• Organize new clinical faculty appointments, onboarding and engagement, and clinical faculty promotions.
• Maintain accreditation compliance and standards alignment.
• Coordinate and support academic quality improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and maintain clinical sciences policies, procedures, and minutes.
• Create and manage a database of clerkship assessments (mid and end-of clerkship); evaluations (end of clerkship by students, PSEAS reports, curriculum feedback forms); and examinations (SCE, CCSE, USMLE step 2CK, OSCE).
• Create and manage a database of clerkships and electives (including contracts, schedules, and completions).
• Coordinate academic review of clerkship assessments, evaluations, and examinations.
• Coordinate outcomes feedback to the curriculum subcommittee, clerkship leadership, and clinical partners.
• Coordinate University Chairs’ letters, as required by the NRMP.
• Provide administrative support for the clinical department chairs, clerkship directors, and faculty(including communications and schedules).
• Manage calendars and contact databases and schedule meetings, as needed.
• Organize and attend meetings which may include unit meetings, committee meetings, or other meetings, as needed.
• Handle a wide variety of complex situations and time conflicts involving the administrative and academic functions of the office and is responsible for managing confidential and time sensitive material on a regular basis.
• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondences, reports, and other documents.
• Maintain accurate records and files; develop and maintain filing systems to include electronic and hard copy where necessary and ensure filings are in proper format and filed in a timely manner; supplies information upon request.
• Provide administrative support for WAUSM Clerkship Subcommittee, administrative groups, task forces, and other leadership groups as needed.
• Work with appropriate parties to process invoices and reimbursements for core and elective clerkships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field desired, but a combination of education and experience (5+ years administrative / clerical experience) in a fast-paced, higher education environment will be considered.
• Prior experience providing excellence in supporting teams, leaders, faculty, and students within a medical or higher education environment is preferred.
• Advanced competence in Microsoft Office Suite and other computing platforms as applicable.
• Excellent organizational and written and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently and as a team member and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and an ability to use good judgment and discretion daily as well as when presented with confidential information.
• Problem Solving:  Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyses information skillfully.
• Project Management: Ability to develop and coordinate project plans.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations and varies writing style to meet needs.
• Quality Management: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics: Works with integrity and ethically.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.

Overview:

The Senior Enrollment Manager (SEM) assists in the management of student recruitment and admissions strategies for Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) in an assigned territory by creating and executing a territory management plan. Responsible for identifying and advising prospective students through the application and enrollment processes and identifying and developing relationships with pre-med advisors and partner institutions.

The position is responsible for driving student enrollment growth and developing institutional partnerships through strategic outreach and relationship-building. This includes recruiting prospective students via personalized communications and leading virtual and in-person info sessions for students and pre-med advisors. The role involves identifying and engaging target universities, coordinating regional events, and supporting WAUSM campus visits for both students and advisors. Additionally, the position develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders at undergraduate institutions, including administrators, pre-health advisors, and international offices, while also managing data, marketing materials, and partnership progress to support long-term enrollment goals.

Travel: At least 20% Travel annually.

Location: South East Florida Based, Remote Office.

Responsibilities:

• Student:
• Recruit students to apply and enroll via phone calls, emails, texts, according to Slate work queues
• Prospect designated region and identify university targets, events, initiatives to promote enrollment growth
• Lead info sessions, either in person and virtually, specific to undergraduate schools’ pre-med clubs
• Lead WAUSM Webinar virtual info sessions per year
• Plan, coordinate and attend 1-2 regional industry events per year
• Attend and lead accepted student visits to campus in Freeport (2 per year)
• Advisors:
• Initiate and develop relationships with pre-med advisors via initial prospecting and outreach through online research, as well as campus visits and conferences.
• Prospect designated region and identify university targets, events, initiatives to promote enrollment growth and introduce partnership opportunities.
• Schedule and lead advisor facing virtual meetings/info sessions to promote school (1 per month)
• Attend regional health professions events to network and promote school (1 per year)
• Attend and assist Advisor Visits to Campus (2 per year)

Undergraduate Partners:

• In conjunction with WAUSM leadership, prospect designated region and identify university targets, events, initiatives to promote enrollment growth and introduce partnership opportunities.
• Schedule and lead advisor facing virtual meetings/info sessions to promote school (1 per month)
• Attend regional health professions events to network and promote school (1 per year)
• Attend and assist Advisor Visits to Campus (2 per year)
• Establish and maintain relationships with key contacts at target schools, including academic advisors, pre-health program coordinators, and international student offices
• Establish and maintain relationships with Pre Med Students

Other:

• Accurately forecasts and tracks individual recruitment goals and reports progress to management on a regular basis
• Collaborates with Marketing and Communications to effectively promote events
• Continuously enhances product knowledge to effectively advise students; travels domestically and internationally as assigned to maintain and continuously improve understanding of the WAUSM curriculum, campus facilities, student housing, and clerkship experience
• Stays abreast of territory trends, market and demands to forecast recruitment strategies
• Uses the CRM to track activities, enter notes and plan events
• Conducts self with WAUSM’s Mission and Core Values guiding all activities and interactions
• Completes other duties as assigned by the management team

Education, Experience, and Attributes: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years of previous admissions and/or business development experience preferred
• Ability to be autonomously, take ownership, and make decisions
• Flexibility to schedule working time around students’ and/or departmental needs
• Dynamic public speaking skills (previous public speaking / presentation experience highly desired)
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are required
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment, be a quick learner, and a self-starter
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Prior CRM experience preferred (Campus Café, Slate, Salesforce, etc.), but not required
• Goal oriented and internally motivated

Salary commensurate with experience.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) seeks a highly organized, data driven and proactive Operations Manager, Enrollment Management to oversee the daily execution and operational discipline of the Enrollment Management team.

This role serves as the operational leader for the enrollment team, ensuring that Senior Enrollment Managers (SEMs), Enrollment Support Specialists (ESSs), and admissions staff are operating efficiently, meeting productivity expectations, and progressing prospective students through the admissions funnel in a timely and organized manner.

The Operations Manager functions as the primary day-to-day manager for the Enrollment Management unit, providing leadership, accountability, and operational structure while partnering closely with the Vice President of Development & Enrollment Management on strategy and performance improvement. This role ensures that the daily enrollment operation runs smoothly and productively.

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to building a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical education program. Our students study medicine in a highly integrated, systems-based, curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies into large and small group settings. We seek outstanding, team-oriented colleagues who share our excitement in our dynamic and innovative educational program.

Location: Bloomfield, NJ

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Operations Manager, Enrollment Management will serve as the primary operational manager responsible for maintaining visibility into day-to-day team activity and performance as directed by the Vice President – Development and Enrollment Management.
• KPI Monitoring & Team Productivity:

– Track team performance against established KPIs
– Monitor key admissions funnel metrics such as lead responsiveness, application progression, interview scheduling, and enrollment conversion
– Ensure SEMs maintain consistent outreach and engagement with prospective students
– Review CRM activity and outreach cadence
– Identify productivity gaps or pipeline concerns early
– Provide regular performance summaries to the Vice President

• Operational Leadership of the Enrollment Team

– Monitor daily team activity, availability, and travel schedules
– Maintain visibility into staff workload, priorities, and pipeline activity
– Ensure the team is operating efficiently and collaboratively
– Maintain consistent operational structure within the team

• Funnel Oversight & Performance Reporting

– Lead regular funnel review meetings with SEMs
– Monitor applicant movement across admissions stages
– Identify bottlenecks within the admissions process
– Coordinate follow-up strategies for stalled applicants
– Lead onboarding progress review with ESS’s for admitted students
– Prepare weekly operational updates and insights for the Vice President

• Team Accountability & Coaching

– Conduct regular check-ins with SEMs and ESS team members
– Support staff in managing workloads and priorities
– Reinforce professional expectations and team accountability
– Escalate personnel concerns or performance issues to the Vice President when appropriate
– Provide input for performance reviews and professional development

• Meeting Leadership & Internal Communication

– Manage agendas and follow-up for weekly Enrollment Management meetings
– Coordinate operational updates across the team
– Maintain organization of internal documentation and team resources
– Support communication between Enrollment, Admissions, and other university teams

• Process Improvement & Operational Development

– Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend improvements
– Assist in the development and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
– Help implement process improvements within the admissions workflow
– Collaborate with CRM and data teams to ensure operational visibility
– Support documentation of best practices for the Enrollment Management team

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience in admissions
• Demonstrated management or supervisory experience required, experience in enrollment management preferred
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with CRM platforms (Slate, Salesforce, or similar)
• Ability to manage multiple workflows and coordinate team accountability
• Experience working in higher education admissions or enrollment management, required; experience in a for-profit medical school preferred
• Ability to keep current on industry best practices
• Collaborative in nature and enjoys growing in a team environment

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) invites applications for full-time faculty members in the Anatomical Sciences within the pre-clerkship phase (year 1 and 2) of the medical curriculum. This position is designed for an educator-scholar that is passionate about teaching anatomy that is highly focused on clinical correlates and at the level of detail required for future physicians. This may include teaching topics across gross anatomy, histology, embryology and neuroscience, as necessary. WAUSM does not currently include dissection in its curriculum; instead, faculty employ integrated, active teaching methods that connect structure with function and disease.

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical education program. Our students study medicine in a highly integrated, systems-based curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies into large and small group settings. With a powerful focus on active, case-based learning; robust simulation; and early exposure to clinical patients, WAUSM students have an integrated learning experience with individualized support that prepares them to excel in the clerkship portion of their studies, and beyond. We seek outstanding, team-oriented teachers who share our excitement in ourdynamic and innovative educational program. The pre-clerkship foundational sciences program is built around a 5-semester (15 weeks per term) model of instruction with basic science concepts and competencies related to patient centered care integrated and woven throughout. The current campusincludes multi-functional academic learning spaces, student study, tutoring and leisure space, faculty offices and collaboration areas, simulation and clinical exam rooms and outdoor spaces.

WAUSM operates on three terms per year with a new class of students matriculating each term. Therefore, teaching duties and administrative responsibilities continue throughout the year. A focus onteaching, student learning and support is paramount, and we look to individuals who can provide excellence in these areas.

Positions are located in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. Come join us and enjoy a warm, collegial campus environment and an island lifestyle with potentially tax-free living!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Actively teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students in a manner that exemplifies excellence and care.
• Prepare teaching materials including presentations, pre-reading assignments, practice questions, quizzes, active learning activities, or other, as required.
• Assist in the creation and review of formative and summative assessments to evaluatestudent progress and performance and facilitate summative quiz sessions as required.
• Revise teaching materials and techniques to stay current and innovative, aligning with the continuous improvement of the curriculum and supporting positive student outcomes.
• Ensure that all teaching materials, communications, posts, assessment materials and any other materials delivered to students are updated, current and polished.
• Support students through the Center for Academic Success and collaborate in their initiatives as required.

Academic Service and Collaboration

• Participate in and support standing committees, task forces, accreditation efforts, academic and operational plans and initiatives as appointed or elected and/or determined by the Assistant Dean and Chair.
• Contribute to the admissions process by serving as a faculty interviewer for prospective WAUSM applicants.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty to ensure curricular coherence and integration.
• Engage in institutional initiatives related to research, education, and community health.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Chair or Dean.

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Previous experience in medical education, demonstrated teaching experience and skill in presenting to students and colleagues, and preparing students for Step 1 is desired.
• Experience with NBME / USMLE environments preferred.
• Evidence of scholarly work and eagerness to collaborate and contribute to research and scholarly work.
• Evidence of committee work and participation in other initiatives.
• Experience with curriculum development and continuous improvement desired.
• Experience with assessment programs and the ability to provide input for successful programmaticchanges based upon assessment results and adult student learning.
• Solid technological skills and experience with virtual learning platforms (Canvas), computer-assisted delivery of didactic and active learning content, video-conferencing and other academic / computing platforms (eMedley, SharePoint, Microsoft suite and Teams, etc.).
• Ability and desire to work with others in a collegial and collaborative atmosphere.
• Strong communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Exhibit flexibility, adaptability and be open to and embrace creative, innovative, “break the mold” ideas of others.
• Comfortable living an island lifestyle and embracing that experience.

To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to Dr. Laura Welke, Founding Campus Dean and Professor, Medical Education at: [email protected]

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) currently invites applications for a full-time faculty member in Epidemiology and Biostatistics within the pre-clerkship phase (year 1 and 2) of the medical curriculum. This position is designed for an educator-scholar who is passionate about teaching foundational population health sciences and mentoring medical students in scholarly activity. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an integrated curriculum that equips students with essential skills in clinical epidemiology, biostatistics, evidence-based medicine, and critical appraisal of the medical literature. In addition, the faculty member will assist in supporting faculty and student collaboration on research and scholarly development.

WAUSM provides an exciting opportunity for individuals that wish to join an energetic team of medical educators that are committed to building a fresh, new, dynamic, and innovative medical education program. Our students study medicine in a highly integrated, systems-based, curriculum that incorporates active learning strategies into large and small group settings. With a powerful focus on active, case-based learning; robust simulation; and early exposure to clinical patients, WAUSM students have an integrated learning experience with individualized support that prepares them to excel in theclerkship portion of their studies, and beyond. We seek outstanding, team-oriented teachers who share our excitement in our dynamic and innovative educational program. The pre-clerkship foundational sciences program is built around a 5-semester (15 weeks per term) model of instruction with basic science concepts and competencies related to patient centered care integrated and woven throughout. The current campus includes multi-functional academic learning spaces, student study, tutoring and leisure space, faculty offices and collaboration areas, simulation and clinical exam rooms and outdoor spaces.

WAUSM operates on three terms per year with a new class of students matriculating each term. Therefore, teaching duties and administrative responsibilities continue throughout the year. A focus onteaching, student learning and support is paramount, and we look to individuals who can provide excellence in these areas.

Positions are located in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. Come join us and enjoy a warm, collegial campus environment and an island lifestyle with potentially tax-free living!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Actively teach, advise, mentor, and evaluate students in a manner that exemplifies excellence and care.
• Prepare teaching materials including presentations, pre-reading assignments, practice questions, quizzes, active learning activities, or other, as required.
• Assist in the creation and review of formative and summative assessments to evaluatestudent progress and performance.
• Revise teaching materials and techniques to stay current and innovative, aligning with the continuous improvement of the curriculum and supporting positive student outcomes.
• Ensure that all teaching materials, communications, posts, assessment materials and any other materials delivered to students are updated, current and polished.
• Support students through the Center for Academic Success and collaborate in their initiatives as required.

Mentorship and Scholarly Activity

• Mentor faculty and students in research design, methodology, and statistical analysis.
• Guide students and faculty in conducting literature reviews, critical appraisal, and synthesis of evidence.
• Support faculty and student scholarly projects, including posters, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Provide consultation on study design and data interpretation for student-led and student-faculty collaborative research activities.
• Foster a culture of inquiry and academic scholarship among learners.

Academic Service and Collaboration

• Participate in and support standing committees, task forces, accreditation efforts, academic and operational plans and initiatives as appointed or elected and/or determined by the Assistant Dean and Chair.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty to ensure curricular coherence and integration.
• Engage in institutional initiatives related to research, education, and community health.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Chair or Dean.

Education, Experience and Attributes:

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD or MD/PhD, or equivalent degree) from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Previous experience in medical education, demonstrated teaching experience and skill in presenting to students and colleagues, and preparing students for Step 1 is desired.
• Experience with NBME / USMLE environments preferred.
• Evidence of committee work and participation in other initiatives.
• Experience with curriculum development and continuous improvement desired.
• Experience with assessment programs and the ability to provide input for successful programmatic changes based upon assessment results and adult student learning.
• Solid technological skills and experience with virtual learning platforms (Canvas), computer-assisted delivery of didactic and active learning content, video-conferencing and other academic / computing platforms (eMedley, SharePoint, Microsoft suite and Teams, etc.).
• Ability and desire to work with others in a collegial and collaborative atmosphere.
• Strong communication skills in English. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, and students.
• Exhibit flexibility, adaptability and be open to and embrace creative, innovative, “break the mold” ideas of others.
• Comfortable living an island lifestyle and embracing that experience.

To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to Dr. Laura Welke, Founding Campus Dean and Professor, Medical Education at: [email protected]

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support applicants from all backgrounds to join our team. We strive to build a community that represents the students we serve and exhibits a variety of skills, cultures, perspectives, and experiences. Employment is a decision based upon qualifications, merit, and the needs of the University.