Lecturer in Anatomy

RCSI Medical University of Bahrain; Busaiteen; Vor Ort; BHD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

RCSI Medical University of Bahrain seeks an accomplished academic to plan, develop, deliver and assess Anatomy teaching for undergraduate medical programmes. The role spans engagement with RCSI Dublin on curriculum delivery, examinations and research matters in a multicultural environment.

The candidate will contribute to teaching across lectures, tutorials and practical sessions, and advance technology-enhanced learning.

Qualifikationen

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Aufgaben

• Participating in the administration and delivery of current teaching programmes, teaching modalities and assessment in anatomy for undergraduate students.
• Contributing to the development and introduction of new teaching programmes, teaching modalities and modes of assessment.
• 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.
• Undertaking overseas assignments as may be required.
• Providing academic guidance, supervision, and support to undergraduate students throughout their learning journey.
• 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.
• Participate in public engagement, science communication, and school outreach activities.
• Representing the best interests of the Department and RCSI at all times.

Ausbildung

PhD in Anatomy

Medical degree with relevant postgraduate qualification

Teaching anatomy to undergrads

Curriculum development

Assessment design & delivery

Educational technology in teaching

Jobbeschreibung

Objectives: The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, development, delivery, facilitation, and assessment of Anatomy teaching within the undergraduate medical programmes at RCSI-MUB, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. They will assist with the delivery of the RCSI curriculum in the multicultural environment of RCSI-MUB, will liaise with RCSI Dublin on curriculum delivery, examinations and research matters, ensuring academic quality and consistency across the RCSI campuses. RCSI is seeking a professional who is passionate about research and teaching, would like to experience working as an academic in a multicultural environment, and demonstrates initiative, openness and resilience.

Specific Responsibilities includes:

• Participating in the administration and delivery of current teaching programmes, teaching modalities and assessment in anatomy for undergraduate students.
• Contributing to the development and introduction of new teaching programmes, teaching modalities and modes of assessment.
• 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.
• Undertaking overseas assignments as may be required from time to time.
• Providing academic guidance, supervision, and support to undergraduate students throughout their learning journey.
• 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.
• Participate in public engagement, science communication, and school outreach activities.
• Representing the best interests of the Department and RCSI at all times.

Requirements

Person Specification – Essential

Academic Qualifications and Subject Expertise:

• A PhD in Anatomy or a related anatomical or biomedical discipline (e.g. Neuroanatomy, Embryology, Histology or Developmental Biology), or a medical degree with a relevant postgraduate qualification, supported by a strong foundation in human anatomy.
• Sound knowledge of human anatomy, with the ability to teach relevant anatomical concepts in the context of undergraduate medical education.
• Ability to integrate anatomical knowledge with clinical applications and other relevant biomedical disciplines.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment:

• Experience in teaching Anatomy or related biomedical subjects, with the ability to deliver effective teaching across a range of educational settings, including lectures, small-group tutorials and practical sessions.
• Understanding of assessment principles, with the ability to contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of student assessments.
• Commitment to providing constructive feedback, academic guidance and support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Willingness to contribute to curriculum delivery, development, review and continuous quality improvement.

Professional and Interpersonal Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex anatomical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially within multidisciplinary teaching teams.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage teaching responsibilities, meet deadlines and contribute to departmental activities.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, adaptability and commitment to maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining currency in anatomical knowledge and educational practices.

Person Specification – Desirable

Educational Scholarship and Research

• Evidence of engagement or interest in educational scholarship, pedagogical innovation or research relevant to Anatomy, medical education or related disciplines.
• Peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations or other scholarly contributions in Anatomy, medical education or related fields.

Additional Contributions

• Experience in the use or development of innovative teaching approaches, including technology-enhanced learning, simulation, three-dimensional visualisation or other digital anatomy platforms.
• Experience in academic advising, student mentoring or supporting student academic development.
• Previous involvement in academic committees, quality assurance activities or educational accreditation processes.