Clinical teaching assistant

College/Department ProfileQatar University Profile:Qatar University is the nation's premier higher education institution. It aims to produce well-rounded graduates known for their academic excellence, volunteerism, and civic responsibility. This ethos is driven by dedicated leadership and an experienced, motivated faculty and staff.College Profile:Established in October 2014, the College of Medicine is Qatar University's eighth college. It is meticulously aligned with Qatar's national strategies in Education and Health and reflects Qatar University's strategic vision. The College champions an innovative, ability-based curriculum, emphasizing a student-centric teaching approach using Problem-Based Learning (PBL) as the main teaching method. This method equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to become proficient physicians catering to society's healthcare requirements. The College offers a six-year medical program leading to an MD degree. Graduates are well-prepared to undertake advanced clinical training and are equipped to sit for international medical licensing exams (IFOM). In doing so, the College substantially contributes to medical education, patient care, research, and community outreach in Qatar. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse faculty known for teaching excellence, research, and the holistic integration of knowledge.Duties & ResponsibilitiesBasic Function and Responsibility:The Clinical Teaching Assistant (TA) collaborates closely with the Clerkship Director, supporting the execution, monitoring, and assessment of Clinical clerkships. Furthermore, post-clerkship, the TA is anticipated to facilitate teaching during the pre-clerkship phase.Typical Duties and Responsibilities:. Organize and participate in clinical assessments and exams, including OSCEs, MCQs, case presentations, and discussions.. Engage in teaching fundamental clinical skills during the pre-clerkship phase - this includes session preparation, delivery, and evaluation.. Act as a liaison between teaching hospitals and the College of Medicine (CMED), aiding academic staff and clinicians in their educational duties.. Facilitate small and large group teaching, like lectures, clinical rounds, PBL sessions etc.. Assist in organizing students clinical rotations during clerkship training.. Support and participate in clinical CME/CPD activities, including faculty development.. Maintain records related to student attendance and both formative and summative assessments.. Lead group discussions, catering to small groups or entire classes.. Compile and present student progress reports at the end of each semester using E-value..Monitor and guide student learning at the clinical teaching sites.. Manage the distribution and collection of course evaluation questionnaires for each clerkship rotation.Duties & ResponsibilitiesBasic Function and Responsibility:The Clinical Teaching Assistant (TA) collaborates closely with the Clerkship Director, supporting the execution, monitoring, and assessment of Clinical clerkships. Furthermore, post-clerkship, the TA is anticipated to facilitate teaching during the pre-clerkship phase.Typical Duties and Responsibilities:. Organize and participate in clinical assessments and exams, including OSCEs, MCQs, case presentations, and discussions.. Engage in teaching fundamental clinical skills during the pre-clerkship phase - this includes session preparation, delivery, and evaluation.. Act as a liaison between teaching hospitals and the College of Medicine (CMED), aiding academic staff and clinicians in their educational duties.. Facilitate small and large group teaching, like lectures, clinical rounds, PBL sessions etc.. Assist in organizing students clinical rotations during clerkship training.. Support and participate in clinical CME/CPD activities, including faculty development.. Maintain records related to student attendance and both formative and summative assessments.. Lead group discussions, catering to small groups or entire classes.. Compile and present student progress reports at the end of each semester using E-value..Monitor and guide student learning at the clinical teaching sites.. Manage the distribution and collection of course evaluation questionnaires for each clerkship rotation.Required DocumentsAcademic:Current Curriculum Vitae with Cover letter.Teaching,research, and service philosophy.Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed.However, if no course work was completed,an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.BenefitsAcademic:A three-year renewable contract.Salary is commensurate with experience.Tax-free salary.Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.Annual air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.End-of-contract indemnity.