Lecturer.2.01 - Unit for Undergraduate Medical Education at University of the Witwatersrand

Main purpose of the job

• The main purpose of this position is to coordinate, oversee and support all teaching and administrative activities for the MBBCh 5 and 6 (GEMP 3 and 4) programmes.  
• Additional duties are specified in the “Key performance areas” section below.

Brief Description        
Key Performance areas

The primary responsibility of the incumbent will be the

• Coordination of the clinical training of medical students in the final two years (MBBCh 5 to MBBCh 6) of the MBBCh degree including the general management of the clinical rotations and integrating processes. This post will have specific focus on the final 2 years of the MBBCh degree.
• Coordination of research training of medical students in the final three years (MBBCh 4 to MBBCh 6) of the MBBCh degree.
• Coordinate and offer advice to the clinical teachers at various hospital sites. Act as a liaison staff member between staff and students to improve and enhance the educational environment for GEMP students.
• Assist the clinical departments with overseeing the allocation of students in the Extended Academic Platform (EAP) ensuring fair allocations across the EAP.
• Assist with organization and review of GEMP course materials (handbooks, notes, etc.).
• Be prepared to work in a variety of settings as determined by the supervisor (the Director of Undergraduate Medical Education).
• The incumbent will be working with medical students in improving their clinical skills through tutorials and practical sessions.
• Will prepare teaching, teaching materials and web pages to support the delivery of the clinical and communication skills programme from MBBCh 5 to final year.
• Participate in assessment process such as MCQs, OSCE and OSPE including setting and marking of these, in particular, the integrated examinations in MBBCh 5 and 6.
• Assist with faculty staff development through workshops to train staff and simulated patients.

Minimum requirements to apply for this position:

The successful applicant must have:

• MBBCh (medical doctor) degree from an accredited South African University
• Post graduate experience and/or qualification (a medical specialist qualification would serve as a strong recommendation)
• Registered, and in good standing, with the HPCSA as an Independent medical practitioner would serve as a strong recommendation
• A South African citizen
• Evidence of a passion for medical education
• At least 5 years’ experience in:
• teaching in a health sciences discipline at undergraduate level

OR

• a Health science education/ medical education unit at a tertiary institution.
• Academic administrative experience and membership of Faculty/University level committees

Abilities, qualifications or experience that would be an advantage in your application

• Previous experience with assessment, curriculum development and evaluation and/or student support
• Health professional degree with a Masters degree in Health Sciences Education, completed or nearing completion

Desirable personal abilities of the successful applicant

• Team player with a heart for collaborative approach to delivering goals.
• Passionate and enthusiastic individual with a strong task focus
• Good administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Positive work attitude and keen to engage with students
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of the UUME team
• Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills, tactful, respectful, non-judgmental and punctual