PEARLS Facilitator

Hofstra University; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 123,984 - 151,536; Part time

Job summary

Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY, is seeking a PEARLS Facilitator to guide 8–10 students in biomedical science concepts through real patient cases. This part-time role requires 8–10 hours per week of student contact and faculty development.

The facilitator will supervise student groups, provide feedback, and assist with end-of-course assessments, contributing to an active, multidisciplinary educational environment.

Qualifications

• MD/DO/PhD in biomedical science.
• Three years’ experience teaching medical students or health professions students.
• Ability to contribute to a multi-disciplinary educational environment and maintain positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates PEARLS throughout the academic year, as needed.
• Attends faculty development meetings for PEARLS facilitators.
• Reviews weekly formative essay exams submitted by students in the facilitator’s group.
• Meets individually with students in the facilitator’s group for mid-course feedback and as needed.
• Completes end of course student assessments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

MD/DO/PhD in biomedical science

Three years’ experience teaching medical students

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

About Hofstra

At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.

Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.

Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.

Position Title

PEARLS Facilitator

Position Number

897389

School/Division

School of Medicine

Full-Time or Part-Time

Part-Time

Description

The PEARLS (Patient-centered Explorations in Active Reasoning, Learning, and Synthesis) facilitator provides guidance of self-regulated learning and team dynamics to groups of 8-10 to first- and/or second-year students with the goal of students’ learning key concepts in biomedical science embedded in real patient cases. This is a part-time position requiring between 8-10 hours per week of student contact and faculty development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitates PEARLS throughout the academic year, as needed.
• Attends faculty development meetings for PEARLS facilitators.
• Reviews weekly formative essay exams submitted by students in the facilitator’s group.
• Meets individually with students in the facilitator’s group for mid-course feedback and as needed.
• Completes end of course student assessments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or PhD in biomedical science discipline.
• Three years’ experience teaching medical students or other health professions students.
• Must demonstrate the ability to contribute to a multi-disciplinary educational environment and establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, faculty, and students.
• Must have computing experience and proficiency with MS Word and Outlook.

Preferred Quals Summary

• Experience with Learning Management Systems.

Date Posted

07/13/2026

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary/Salary Range

$100.00 per hour