Physiology Faculty

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) is actively seeking a dynamic, experienced  full-time faculty member to join the Department of Physiology at their St. Maarten Campus

Education is the primary focus of the AUC faculty. The academic year is divided into three semesters with a new class of students admitted each semester. Lectures and other educational responsibilities continue throughout the year. AUC is particularly interested in individuals who have an interest in improving medical education and are effective team members.

• Preparation of course material (handouts etc.).
• Effective delivery of lectures  
• Preparation, administration, marking and reporting of examinations
• Undergo training to qualify as a facilitator in the problem-based learning program
• Supervise educational activities of students under actual or simulated situations
• Prepare instructional plans and career analyses to reflect current changes in the field
• Advise individuals or groups of students in academic matters and exercise professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel
• Develop new instructional materials and teaching techniques with participation in on-going reviews and revision of curriculum planning
• Actively participate in relevant professional activities in order to improve teaching and subject matter competence
• Serve on faculty committees as appointed or elected, and confer with advisory groups in order to modify course content
• Prepare, administer and evaluate examinations to assess the development of student accomplishments
• Participate in other activities as assigned by the department chair or executive dean
• Completed other duties as assigned. 

• M.D or PhD from an accredited USA, Canadian or UK medical school required
• 3-5 years teaching experience in the USA, Canadian or UK medical curriculum required
• Interest in medical education
• Desire for self-improvement
• Flexibility and ability to work well on a team
• Preference will be given to an applicant with proven teaching skills within medical cardiovascular physiology
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

*Please submit your CV, cover letter and list of physiology lectures taught in a US medical school curriculum.

American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) is an international medical school preparing physicians for careers in the United States, Canada, and worldwide. AUC was founded in 1978 and is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine, which is recognized by the US Department of Education and the World Health Organization. AUC offers a diversity of students, primarily US citizens and permanent residents, with the opportunity to pursue a high-quality medical education. AUC graduates are practicing medicine in some of the most prestigious hospitals in the United States, with many earning Chief Resident positions and other positions of leadership.

AUC employs a U.S. model curriculum, with two years of medical sciences taught at the St. Maarten campus, followed by two years of clinical sciences taught at affiliated hospitals in the United States and United Kingdom. AUC is known for its student–centered environment, a faculty passionate about teaching, and a commitment to giving students who have the desire, the persistence, and the intellectual capacity an opportunity to become outstanding physicians. In 2013, AUC achieved a first-time pass rate of 97 percent on USMLE, which is on par with the rate achieved by US and Canadian schools, and above the rate achieved by osteopathic schools (94 percent) and international schools (79 percent).