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JOB DESCRIPTION
Primary Appointment: Assistant Director for Curriculum and Instructor Development of the Division of Prehospital and Emergency Training (PET) at the University of Miami Gordon Center for Simulation and Innovation in Medical Education
Training
Academic Appointment: To be recommended at level of:
Assistant Professor
Department of Medical Education
Overview: The Assistant Director of Curriculum and Instructor Development will play a key leadership role within the Prehospital and Emergency Training Division (PETD) at the University of Miami Gordon Center for Simulation and Innovation in Medical Education. This faculty member will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of educational curricula and instructor training programs for prehospital and emergency care providers. The position requires expertise in curriculum development, instructor training, simulation-based education, and adult learning methodologies.
The Assistant Director will work collaboratively with faculty, simulation specialists, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders to ensure that the educational programs meet the highest standards.
Required Expertise:
1.
Completion of a Residency and/or Fellowship in Emergency Medicine, Cardiology, Critical Care or related acute care medical field and Experience in Clinical Practice (3 or more years)
2.
Completion of a Simulation Education or Medical Education Fellowship and/or Masters or Doctoral degree in Health Professions Education or related discipline
3.
Teaching and Curriculum Development in Emergency Medicine in the areas of UME, GME, and/or CME
4.
Experience training emergency healthcare providers, residents, and medical students including Simulation-based training (2 or more years)
5.
Experience in training instructors, faculty development, and program evaluation.
6.
Familiarity with accreditation requirements, competency-based training models, and quality assurance processes.
7.
Research experience in healthcare education and/or simulation or training in health sciences education research
First Year Salary Range: Dependent on prior experience, faculty rank, and AAMC Faculty Salary Benchmarks
(To be paid by the Gordon Center)
Department of Medical Education Domains for Faculty
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Teaching and Instruction
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Curriculum Development and Enhancement
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Assessment and Evaluation
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Advising, Mentoring and Coaching
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Interprofessional Collaboration
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Educational Research and Scholarship
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Committee and Administration Roles
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Leadership, Advocacy, and Diversity
Responsibilities
I.
Curriculum Development for health professions students and providers
A.
Assist the PETD Director in the development, implementation, evaluation, and enhancement of curricula for prehospital and emergency medical training programs ensuring alignment with national standards and best practices.
B.
Conduct needs assessments to identify training gaps and determining new program development, in concert with stakeholders and ensure all curricula incorporate evidence-based practices, current guidelines, and cutting-edge educational technologies.
C.
Collaborate with subject matter experts, instructors, and faculty to refine learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment tools.
D.
Design, develop and integrate simulation-based learning, case-based scenarios, innovative interactive approaches, and hands-on training methodologies into Curricula. This includes the use of standardized patient methodology, task trainers, mannequin and virtual simulators.
E.
Employ best practices in healthcare curriculum development including simulation, adult learning theory, deliberate practice and mastery learning .
F.
Oversee the review and revision process for existing curricula, ensuring content is current with scientific and educational advancements.
G.
Develop multimodal instructional resources, including presentations, manuals, instructor guides, e-learning modules, and competency assessment tools.
H.
Help develop training programs and curricula for specialized groups, including the military, disaster response professionals, and law enforcement.
I.
Work with representatives from UHealth, Miller School of Medicine Departments, local, statewide and with national and international partners to create the curricula and to conduct outcomes research programs for PETD.
J.
Collaborate with the PETD Assistant Director of Research and Program Evaluation to incorporate learner feedback and curriculum/program evaluation into training program revisions and improvements.
K.
Perform quality assurance initiatives to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of PETD training programs on learner outcomes and patient care and implement improvements based on data.
L.
Assist in the dissemination of these curricular programs at the University of Miami, in the State of Florida, nationally and internationally.
II.
Digital Technology and Simulation Development
A.
Assist the PETD Director in the development, integration and evaluation of digital resources including online adaptive learning, mixed, augmented, and virtual reality.
B.
Utilize simulation software tools to create and incorporate innovation features and functionalities to enhance interactive and immersive learning experiences.
C.
Assist in the development, implementation, and dissemination of PETD programs using remote, virtual and distance learning methodologies throughout Florida, nationally, and globally.
D.
Assist the PETD Director and Director of Training Operations in the management of the PETD standardized patient, task trainers and simulation programs.
III. Teaching
Note: teaching responsibilities will be closely linked to curriculum development, dissemination and outcomes assessment. These activities will be carried out primarily at the Gordon Center and will be integrated with the school wide goals in medical education. Selected off-site teaching throughout Florida and beyond will also take place.
A.
Teach emergency personnel and other healthcare professionals, including prehospital and hospital providers in multiple PETD courses.
B.
Teach medical students, residents, and nurses emergency medicine topics, including students on emergency medicine, cardiology and neurology rotations.
C. Participate as an instructor in Gordon Center conferences and faculty development courses.
D.
Develop and teach Gordon Center educational offerings and workshops at national and international conferences.
IV. Instructor and Faculty Development
A.
Develop, implement and evaluate a comprehensive instructor and faculty development program in simulation-based and technology-enhanced healthcare education for PETD instructors and faculty.
B.
Lead initiatives to train and mentor instructors, ensuring excellence in teaching methods, simulation facilitation, and student engagement.
C.
Establish a structured evaluation and feedback system to assess instructor performance and support continuous improvement.
D.
Promote the use of innovative teaching methodologies, including adaptive learning, competency-based training, and interprofessional education strategies.
E.
Serve as a mentor to instructors and adjunct faculty members, supporting their integration into the PETD team.
F.
Collaborate with faculty and staff, including trainees and students, regarding educational program development.
G.
Work with the PETD Assistant Director of Research and Program Evaluation to incorporate learner feedback in instructor and faculty development.
H.
Contribute to the Gordon Center Fellowship in Simulation and Medical Education as it relates to training and mentoring.
I.
Assist Gordon Center senior faculty in conducting workshops and courses on research methodology, IRB processes and publishing for health professionals.
V. Program Management and Accreditation
A.
Assist the PETD Director in the management of all PETD educational programs.
B.
Work with the PETD Director, Director of Operations, and Assistant Director of Research and Program Evaluation to oversee daily course implementation, both on-site and off-site, including course scheduling, instructor assignments, and resource allocation.
C.
Assist the PETD Director in the expansion of statewide training programs for paramedics and other emergency personnel in collaboration with the State University System, Department of Health, Municipal and County EMS systems, Community Colleges and Florida Chapters of the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, EMS Medical Directors and College of Emergency Physicians.
D.
Work with the PETD Director and Director of CME to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements from organizations such as the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE),
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the American Heart Association (AHA), National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE), Florida Boards of EMS and Nursing, and other governing bodies.
E.
Represent Gordon Center programs at local, state, national and international conferences and participate in committees as requested.
VI. Outcomes Research and Grant Funding
A.
Collaborate with Gordon Center faculty to design, implement, and conduct educational research, including data collection and analysis, and outcomes assessment.
B.
Assist PETD Director and Assistant Director for Research and Program Evaluation in applying for intramural and extramural funding for studies and programs.
C.
Participate in the dissemination of knowledge through conference presentations, publications, and professional collaborations.
VII. Administration
A.
Assist the PETD Director in managing the activities of the PETD to include data analysis, reports, personnel management.
B.
Assist with recruiting, hiring, and training of PETD faculty, instructors, simulation technologists and staff.
C.
Assist with performance evaluations and providing feedback to staff.
D.
Assist with building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders local, state, national and international agencies and organizations.
B. Assist the PETD Director in the overall administration of the Gordon Center, as requested
VIII. Public Relations, Collaborations and Program Dissemination
A.
Participate in outreach activities of the Gordon Center, including with State and Federal agencies, Foundations and individual donors that will involve presentations at the Gordon Center and in various venues throughout the local community and beyond.
B.
Work collaboratively with institutional leadership, clinical partners, and industry
stakeholders to expand program offerings and enhance educational impact.
C.
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams within the organization and externally to showcase programs, innovations and accomplishments of the center and its teams
D.
Assist with creating content for the center's website and social media channels in partnership with center and university public relationships
IX. Community Service
Participate in community service events hosted or supported by the Gordon Center. This includes giving demonstrations and presentations at community events in South Florida and hosting local primary and secondary education schools at the Gordon Center.
X. Patient Care and Clinical Shadowing
Participate in patient care or clinical shadowing, as allowed by licensure, should be carried out to maintain clinical skills. The time allocated should not exceed 10%.
XI. Department of Medical Education Service
In addition to the responsibilities to the Gordon Center, this role will also include responsibilities as a faculty member with a primary appointment to the Department of Medical Education. These include:
A.
Actively attend and participate in formal departmental activities, including, but not limited to:
oGrand Rounds
oJournal Clubs
oFaculty Development Workshops
oMonthly departmental faculty meetings
B.
Serve on the Medical Education Scholarship Committee that meets monthly to review and provide feedback to Miller School faculty research ideas and projects
C.
Support the Academy of Medical Education Scholars
o Provide mentorship to faculty and trainees whose academic focus is medical education
o Support professional development and career advancement of all medical education faculty
o Promote and disseminate innovations in curriculum development/evaluation and best practices in medical education research
oProvide peer assessment and evaluation of teaching.
Additional Considerations:
Working Conditions & Schedule:
•This is a full-time faculty position based at the University of Miami Gordon Center in Miami, Florida.
•May require intermittent travel for off-site training, conferences, and faculty development programs.
•Some evening and weekend availability may be necessary for course facilitation and instructor training sessions.
Current Employees:
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Faculty
Education