Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Anatomy, Medical Education, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medi[...]

Job Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Anatomy, Medical Education – Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine (UNLV) [R0150443] Role Summary The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine invites applications for faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Department of Medical Education, with a focus in Anatomy. Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to a dynamic learner‑centered undergraduate medical education program, and ability to contribute to curriculum, scholarship, and service. Teaching & Instruction Dedicate approximately 80% of time to medical education, primarily supporting delivery of the Phase 1 curriculum with additional involvement in Phase 2 electives and Phase 3 as needed. Provide instruction in human anatomy through interactive lectures, small‑group sessions, prosections, dissections, plastinated specimens, plastic models, virtual dissection platforms, and medical imaging. Facilitate multimodal learning experiences, including team‑based learning, case‑based learning, interactive classroom activities, and both dissection‑based and virtual laboratory instruction. Teach an additional discipline beyond the primary specialty as required to meet curricular needs. Supervise and evaluate medical student performance across educational activities. Collaborate to integrate basic science, anatomical studies, clinical reasoning, Problem‑Based Learning (PBL), and clinical skills learning objectives across the curriculum. Curriculum & Program Development Contribute to curriculum design, mapping, assessment, and continuous quality improvement. Collaborate with faculty across departments to support longitudinal integration of foundational and clinical concepts. Promote self‑directed learning, clinical reasoning, and professional development. Scholarship Allocate approximately 10% of efforts toward scholarly activity related to the primary discipline, medical education, or both. Maintain an active scholarly profile appropriate to rank and track. Service & Administration Commit approximately 10% of time to departmental and institutional committees and service assignments. Fulfill administrative duties as negotiated with the Chair of the Department of Medical Education and the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs. Adhere to institutional policies and accreditation standards. Minimum Qualifications PhD, MD, DO, or equivalent terminal degree. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem‑solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and commitment to diversity. Familiarity with IFAA, AAA, AACA recommendations and the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act for ethical procurement and use of anatomical specimens and images. Preferred Qualifications Experience developing and delivering components of a medical curriculum at an LCME‑accredited institution. Experience with modern teaching approaches, including PBL, simulation, and interactive group instruction. Experience with learning management systems (LMS) such as Canvas. Participation in national organizations related to medical education. Previous publications in the medical education or discipline‑relevant literature. Experience with grant development and extramural funding. Experience contributing to an integrated medical curriculum. Salary Range Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding. Benefits Competitive total rewards package. No state income tax. Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education schools. Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. EEO/AA Statement The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. Discrimination and unlawful harassment are illegal under federal and state law. When discrimination occurs, UNLV will act to stop it, prevent recurrence, remedy its effects, and discipline responsible parties. Title IX Statement The University of Nevada, Las Vegas does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the corresponding implementation regulations. The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Safety and Security Statement UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. Job Category Academic Faculty Exempt Yes Full‑Time Equivalent 100.0% #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co