MEDscience Teacher

Details

Posted: 09-Apr-24

Location: USA - MA - Boston

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Administrative/Support
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 65410BR

Position Description

HMS MEDscience's mission is to address the inspiration gap in STEM education by providing students with opportunities to enhance the necessary 21st Century skills for success in their academic and future careers. Our vision is that all students, regardless of background, education, or zip code, should have equal opportunities in education and the sciences. Our program immerses students in realistic and dynamic simulated medical emergencies that promote teamwork and problem-solving skills. HMS MEDscience engages over 3,000 high school students through school-year and summer programs. 65% of the students who engage in school-year programming identify themselves as being part of a racial/ethnic group that is underrepresented in medicine.
The MEDscience Teacher I role is a position for an individual who is interested in teaching in our unique pedagogy. In addition to co-teaching classes, this individual will also support the growth of the organization by taking the lead on projects involving marketing and career exposure/public relations. This individual must be a team player who likes working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly interactive environment and who is looking for a challenging opportunity to learn and grow with support.
Our medical simulations require teachers to take on the roles of instructor, attending physician, patient, and/or counselor to students as they diagnose patients. The clinical skills in the MEDscience curriculum requires teachers to be able to work with a variety of medical simulation equipment and communicate proper technique to students. Additionally, the teacher must be able to create a welcoming space for students with varying educational needs.

Basic Qualifications

• College Background and 1-2+ years of teaching experience preferred. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.
• A qualified candidate would have a strong foundation of knowledge in biology and human anatomy & physiology.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details.
• Proven interpersonal skills.
• Must be flexible and have strong project management skills to effectively handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.
• Social media/marketing experience and/or interest in research or administration desirable.
• Helpful to have experience in or be open to training on the following lab techniques: ELISA, PCR, gel electrophoresis.

Additional Information

This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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