Service-Learning Curriculum - Director

Job Summary:

The Director of Service-Learning Curriculum is responsible for the ongoing development, implementation, and evaluation of the service-learning curriculum for the medical student training program at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The service-learning curriculum is part of the Health and Society domain and is required of all medical students. The vision of the Health and Society domain is to prepare CU’s physician graduates to be systems thinkers, who provide exemplary patient and family-centered care, and promote health equity and population health through advocacy and leadership on behalf of diverse patients, families, and their communities.

The service-learning curriculum will help achieve this vision by engaging learners in activities that allow them to: demonstrate curiosity about community members’ values and social determinants of health; effectively communicate with people from all backgrounds, communities, and professions to foster respectful, productive human connection and work toward shared goals; and to demonstrate behaviors that convey compassion, respect, and inclusion; and, advocate for the well-being of patients, families, communities, and populations.

The director will be responsible for continuing current and establishing new partnerships for service-learning, and student and community support for project participation. This role will require connecting and collaborating with multiple community organizations and interested parties. The Director of Service-Learning Curriculum will have dual commitment to the success of students and community partners.

As the service-learning curriculum develops, the Director of Service-Learning will need to adapt and address needs as they arise. This includes the ability to engage in continuous quality improvement.

The Director of Service-Learning curriculum will be funded at 0.3 FTE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create the structures and processes to ensure learner readiness for community engagement
• Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with multiple community organizations, members, and leaders to co-develop service-learning projects
• Support students in communication and collaboration with community organizations
• Collaborate with School of Medicine curriculum team to align service learning opportunities with the curriculum
• Implement a robust multi-directional assessment strategy (e.g., students evaluate community organizations; community members evaluate students) in collaboration with the Community Engagement Curriculum Advisory Board (CECAB).
• Create a process for student and/or community partners to surface concerns, needs, or challenges and to address these issues in a timely manner
• Determine the scope and minimum requirements for service-learning community engagement experiences
• In collaboration with service learning coordinator, track student completion of required elements and assign grades, as appropriate
• In collaboration with curriculum team, develop grading and remediation plans
• Provide leadership and oversight of service learning branch directors in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins 

Work Location:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Instructor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (Instructor rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Master’s Degree or higher in a public health, social work, healthcare, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and/or service-learning
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or teaching in the health professions or related field      

Sr. Instructor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (Senior Instructor rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Master’s Degree or higher in a public health, social work, healthcare, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and/or service-learning
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or teaching in the health professions or related field      

Assistant Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (Assistant Professor rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Master’s Degree or higher in a public health, social work, healthcare, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and/or service-learning
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or teaching in the health professions or related field      

Associate Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (Associate Professor rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Master’s Degree or higher in a public health, social work, healthcare, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and/or service-learning
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or teaching in the health professions or related field

Professor:

• Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (Professor rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
• Master’s Degree or higher in a public health, social work, healthcare, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience with community engagement and/or service-learning
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Minimum 1 years’ experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or teaching in the health professions or related field. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in collaborating with diverse communities
• Experience with asset-based community development
• Experience engaging with and providing assistance to student, faculty, staff and/or community within a higher education/medical education environment 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Interprofessional leadership and teamwork skills
• Ability to work with a diverse group
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt various skills
• Comfort communicating with students, faculty, and community stakeholders
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Ability to represent the University in a professional manner 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Kristin Furfari [email protected]  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by March 27, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor- $30,000-$60,000 as 0.3 FTE equivalent in salary support plus benefits. This range is not in addition to your current salary.

Sr. Instructor- $30,000-$60,000 as 0.3 FTE equivalent in salary support plus benefits. This range is not in addition to your current salary.

Assistant Professor- $30,000-$60,000 as 0.3 FTE equivalent in salary support plus benefits. This range is not in addition to your current salary.

Associate Professor- $30,000-$60,000 as 0.3 FTE equivalent in salary support plus benefits. This range is not in addition to your current salary.

Professor- $30,000-$60,000 as 0.3 FTE equivalent in salary support plus benefits. This range is not in addition to your current salary.

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .