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Title | Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology Curriculum Fellow |
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School | Harvard Medical School |
Department/Area | Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology |
Position Description | The Harvard Medical School Curriculum Fellows Program (HMS CFP) welcomes applications for a Curriculum Fellow (CF) for the Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology (BCMP). This postdoctoral program targets early-career scientist-educators, emphasizing curriculum development, teaching, and educational programming in the biological and biomedical sciences. The BCMP Curriculum Fellow collaborates with a diverse cohort of Curriculum Fellows, leveraging individual expertise while closely engaging with Harvard Medical School faculty and administration to craft, implement, and assess evidence-based graduate training. Fellows benefit from mentorship and career guidance, nurturing their growth as educators and facilitating success across various education-focused careers. Further details are available on our website (https://curriculumfellows.hms.harvard.edu/ ). The BCMP Curriculum Fellow will be embedded within the BCMP Department to support the department’s goals in graduate education. A major focus will be working closely with faculty on two foundational graduate courses in molecular biology and protein biochemistry targeted to first year graduate students. The CF will be expected to play a large role in the development of curriculum and assessments, course administration, and the training and oversight of graduate teaching fellows. Participation in these courses also provides opportunities for the CF to carry out research on curriculum development and pedagogical innovations, which for prior BCMP CF’s have led to successful publications. The CF will report directly to and receive mentorship from Joseph Loparo, Professor of BCMP, and Aimee Hollander, the Curriculum Fellows Program Director. The primary responsibilities of the BCMP Curriculum Fellow are expected to include:
Additionally, the BCMP Curriculum Fellow will also have specific responsibilities to the CFP:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates are expected to have a PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, biochemistry or closely related field by the time of appointment. ability to work as part of a team. Advanced knowledge of structural biology is an advantage but not required. Candidates who are currently finishing their doctoral work but have not yet graduated are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will be evaluated based upon their:
The ideal start date for this Curriculum Fellow is approximately July 1st, 2024 or sooner. This is a hybrid position and the candidate will be expected to work in person on the HMS campus in Boston, MA 2-3 days per week. The CF appointment is renewable annually for a maximum of three years and is non-tenure-track. Application Deadline & Instructions: Applications received by Monday, March 25 will receive a full review. Review of applications will begin on Tuesday, March 26. Applicants who apply after the deadline must email [email protected] to alert the hiring team you’ve applied. Below are the required application materials needed to apply:
If you have any questions specific to the program or fellowship, please email: [email protected] . |
Basic Qualifications | Candidates are expected to have a PhD or equivalent degree in molecular biology, biochemistry or closely related field by the time of appointment. ability to work as part of a team. Advanced knowledge of structural biology is an advantage but not required. Candidates who are currently finishing their doctoral work but have not yet graduated are encouraged to apply. |
Additional Qualifications | |
Special Instructions | |
Contact Information | Bethany Krevat Curriculum Fellows Program Coordinator |
Contact Email | [email protected] |
Equal Opportunity Employer | We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture (https://hr.fas.harvard.edu/inclusive-culture ) of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values: https://hms.harvard.edu/about-hms/campus-culture/mission-community-values-diversity-statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law. |
Minimum Number of References Required | 3 |
Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
Keywords | biomedical science, Biological Chemistry, biochemistry, Molecular Pharmacology, teaching, faculty, postdoc, curriculum |
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