University of Colorado · 21 hours ago
Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor - Assistant Course Director – Gastrointestinal Systems
Aurora, CO
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$25K/yr - $250K/yrThe University of Colorado is seeking an Open Rank Instructor for the Office of Undergraduate Medical Education. This role involves developing and implementing curriculum for medical students, assisting with course administration, and serving as a liaison between faculty and the assessment team.
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Responsibilities
Communicate and meet regularly with the Course Director to plan and prepare for the course
Vet and revise course learning objectives with the Course Director and Content Directors
Ensure the course schedule and granular information sheet are accurate
Develop and create course content including session materials, pre-work, etc
Recruit and develop faculty to deliver, facilitate, and/or present educational content
Distribute accurate learning objectives to teaching faculty for each individual session
Communicate with faculty to ensure deadlines are met
Confirm that course materials submitted by faculty meet OME guidelines and align with course/session objectives; provide feedback as needed
Work with OME and the curriculum office to coordinate facilitator and faculty development needs
Ensure timely coordination with support staff while accounting for their competing responsibilities
Serve as a resource and communicate proactively with administrative staff and faculty
Serve as liaison between course faculty and the Assessment Team for item writing and test development
Review and approve all assessment items submitted by Assessment Point People (APPs) to ensure they meet established guidelines
Ensure all assessment items include keys, learning objectives, and explanations; collect missing information from APPs as needed
Participate in item review meetings and item selection for End-of-Week (EOW) checkpoints and End-of-Course (EOC) assessments
Review and provide feedback on EOW and EOC assessment drafts
Participate in standard setting for the EOC assessment
Field questions from the Assessment Team on Thursday mornings or ensure assessments are finalized or delegated ahead of time
Participate in key validation meetings for EOW and EOC assessments
Provide ‘day-of’ course support and maintain a presence at all sessions or ensure appropriate faculty coverage
Be prepared to assume temporary responsibility for course content, organization, and execution in the Course Director’s absence
Ensure all faculty and students understand the course’s competencies and learning goals
Serve as a resource and maintain timely communication with students, faculty, and staff
Assist with Office Hours and respond to student inquiries
Teach select content and facilitate learning events as needed
Lead 'just-in-time' faculty development sessions as required
Develop and distribute review or clarification materials after sessions
Communicate with faculty post-session for continuous quality improvement
Track, monitor, and assess curriculum effectiveness; identify areas for improvement in alignment with curriculum oversight bodies
Create and foster a professional learning environment
Carry out additional responsibilities essential to course production as identified by the Course Director
Attend and actively participate in collaborative meetings with Course Directors, Content Directors, and Assistant Course Directors
Work collaboratively to improve and standardize curricular elements, develop policies, provide input, ensure LCME compliance, and share best practices
Qualification
Required
Candidates must hold a Master's degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO degree from an accredited University
Board Certified Physician
Candidates must be able to obtain an Instructor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Candidates must be able to obtain a Sr Instructor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Candidates must be able to obtain an Assistant Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Candidates must be able to obtain an Associate Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Candidates must be able to obtain a Professor faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Preferred
Available for preferred start date: March 1, 2026
Experience with healthcare professions, education, pedagogy, and assessment
Available to be present, as needed, for learning events throughout the course's duration
Experience working effectively with blended teams
Demonstrate an interest in medical student education
Benefits
Generous leave
Health plans
Retirement contributions
Company
University of Colorado
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
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2023-07-27Grant
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2021-04-06Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Richard Schulick
Professor and Chair of Surgery
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