Geriatrics/Palliative Care Clerkship Director — Educational Leader

UT Health Sciences; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Medicine-Chattanooga, seeks a full-time non-tenured Assistant Professor to serve as Geriatrics/Palliative Care Clerkship Director. This role provides educational leadership and oversight of the clerkship, ensuring a high-quality learning experience aligned with curricular objectives and accreditation standards.

The Director collaborates with faculty, preceptors, UME Office, and College leadership to support student learning, assessment,

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board-certification or eligibility in an appropriate clinical specialty.
• Active Tennessee Medical License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational leadership and oversight of the Geriatrics/Palliative Care clerkship.
• Ensure curriculum aligns with educational objectives and competencies.
• Recruit and orient faculty and clinical preceptors.
• Monitor student experiences and address learning concerns.
• Oversee student assessment and provide timely feedback.
• Lead curriculum review and quality improvement with UME leadership.
• Communicate clerkship expectations and operational needs.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Faculty development

Assessment and feedback

Communication

Education

MD/DO

Job description

University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Medicine-Chattanooga, seeks a full-time non-tenured Assistant Professor to serve as Geriatrics/Palliative Care Clerkship Director. This role provides educational leadership and oversight of the clerkship, ensuring a high-quality learning experience aligned with curricular objectives and accreditation standards.

The Director collaborates with faculty, preceptors, UME Office, and College leadership to support student learning, assessment,