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About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The Department of Internal Medicine and Geriatrics at the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) is committed to excellence in patient care, education, research, and community engagement. As part of UNT Health, the department provides comprehensive primary and specialty care to diverse populations across the region.
Our faculty members are dedicated clinicians, educators, and scholars who work collaboratively across disciplines to train the next generation of physicians and healthcare professionals. Through innovative programs, clinical partnerships, and a focus on whole-person health, the department strives to advance medical knowledge, improve health outcomes, and promote well-being throughout the communities we serve.
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Position Overview
The Educational Program Assistant Director will implement and maintain programs, courses, training, and activities for student, faculty, and other trainees. This function focuses on the planning, development, facilitation, implementation, evaluation and administration of a wide variety of educational programs and initiatives to increase and enhance continues educational learning. Also, entails developing and implementing organizational and employee development strategies and interventions which may include developing courses, developing broad range programs to meet the needs of a diverse population, managing training and organizational development programs, contracting services and developing budgets. Typically allocates and coordinates work of administrative support staff within the team/project, or as a purely technical or professional role, the job has an advisory role and/or influence over the direction of an education program. This individual will collaborate with program leads and faculty to ensure that the course aligns with institutional learning objectives, accreditation standards, and best practices in medical education.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of IPEC competencies for Interprofessional collaboration.
- Knowledge of Health professions curriculum.
- Knowledge of IPE assessment methods.
- Knowledge of statistical analysis.
- Strong ability to collaborate and foster collaboration across healthcare professions.
- Ability to work with students, faculty, and clinicians.
- Excellent presentation skills both visual and verbal.
- Proficient in design thinking and curriculum development.
- Proficiency in MS Suite, Learning Management Systems, Qualtrics or other survey instruments.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Education, health sciences or related field. Doctorate highly preferred.
- Experience in curriculum design, instructional management, or health professions education.
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Job Duties
- Implements academic and educational programs, courses, and activities.
- Develops procedures and practices for others to follow in programs.
- Provides support to faculty in the implementation of routine program logistics, participation in team activities, use of electronic communications and technology, preparation of reports and program documentation.
- Responsible for assessment data and metrics development and reporting, of programs evaluation and continuous assessment.
- Follows standard principles and systems and uses appropriate terminology associated with a particular field of specialization.
- Leads and contributes to curricular innovation, assessment redesign, and integration of clinical relevance in course materials.
- Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing; manage course delivery across multiple sections and learning platforms.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary program faculty leads, student affairs and academic leadership to engage students and address and mediate student-related concerns, including professionalism and behavioral issues.
- Coordinate and manage the delivery of course content across multiple sections and learning platforms.
- Plans, assigns and supervises support staff including hiring and selection, assigning work, performance evaluation, personnel and discipline actions, and scheduling/leave approval.
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Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
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Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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Work Schedule
Monday - Friday
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Driving University Vehicle
No
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Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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