Lecturer in Physiology

Reporting To: Prof Jochen Prehn

Location: RCSI, St Stephen’s Green

Interview date:  Early- / Mid-August 

Objective of this post:

The principal objective of the post is to provide teaching, co-ordination and examining of RCSI’s undergraduate medical teaching programmes, and to support the development of a new medical curriculum, in the area of Respiratory Physiology.

RCSI is seeking a professional who is passionate about teaching, who would like to contribute to working as an academic in a multicultural environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm, initiative and excellent organisation and communication skills.

The post-holder will be based in the Department of Physiology and Medical Physics 

Specific Responsibilities include: 

• Participating in the administration and delivery of current teaching programmes, teaching modalities and assessment in Respiratory Physiology for undergraduate students
• Contributing to the development and introduction of new teaching programmes, teaching modalities and modes of assessment (particularly in the Research Summer School)
• Liaising with colleagues across RCSI international campuses in the facilitation of research and teaching activities
• Undergoing programmes of training and development as may be required
• Facilitating and assessing Case Based tutorials
• Participating in the development of RCSI’s teaching and learning strategy including the effective use of technology-enhanced learning
• Contributing to quality assurance/quality improvement and accreditation of existing modules
• Performing such other related duties as may be required, such as facilitating Case Based teaching 

Person Specification Essential: 

• PhD degree or equivalent in Physiology, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences or related field
• Strong teaching interest and skill set, as evidenced by experience of, a proven track record in, and enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching and assessment in Physiology or related field
• Enthusiasm for your specialist teaching area and the ability to engage your students to successfully transfer this passion and learning
• Capacity for original thought and the ability to produce original and up to date teaching methods
• An ability to continuously adapt and innovate teaching methods to ensure students’ full understanding
• Demonstrate an interest in seeking ways and opportunities to support students’ whole development 

Person Specification Desirable: 

• Effective communication style appropriate to audience and situation
• Strong commitment to own personal and professional development
• Has excellent time-management skills
• Can build and maintain strong working relationships
• Has a proven ability for both independent and teamwork

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