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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Medical Education Specialist, M1/M2 Basic Science Curriculum - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Collect and enter course and lecture session materials into our learning management systems and other curriculum databases as applicable.

Accurately schedule, update and maintain lecture recordings and ensure they are available to faculty and students in a timely fashion.

Assist with preparation, posting and/or distribution of large and small group session materials for all foundational science courses·   Maintain all files and records associated with the curriculum and respective courses as directed.

Assist with the curriculum mapping process for courses as assigned.  

Assist the Office of Medical Education (OME) in the coordination, preparation, set-up, and proctoring of all quizzes and exams across the curriculum. This may include cross-training in exam administration platforms and processes.

Assist with the logistics of Institutional Competency Assessment (ICA) week for all academic years and administration of Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCEs).  

Assist with administrative support for other courses within the MD program as needed.

Work collaboratively with fellow members of the COM faculty and staff, including but not limited to the Office of Medical Education, the Clinical Skills and Simulation Center, and Office of Student Affairs.

Work with Course Directors, faculty and students in a responsive, courteous and professional manner.

Complete special projects and/or other duties as assigned.

The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

FAU Benefits and Perks: 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service 

Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php 

Sick Leave Pool Program 

Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf 

Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of appropriate experience required.


Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor’s degree.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel as well as the ability to learn and maintain proficiency in new software programs.

Ability to work independently with a high degree of reliability and attention to detail.

Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable in a setting with multiple ongoing tasks and competing demands.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders within the university and health care community.

Ability to respect and navigate sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality in all matters required.

Consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism.

Experience in a higher education institution, medical school, or hospital.

Salary:

$40,000 - $45,000 per year.

College or Department:

COM: Foundational Basic Science Administration

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Occasional extended morning, evening, and weekend hours as needed.

Application Deadline:

2025-02-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position eligible for flex scheduling under the discretion of the supervisor.


APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume




OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.


As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.