Adjunct Faculty - Case-Based Collaborative Learning

SOM Wichita Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) -----

CBCL Instructors Position Title

Adjunct Faculty - Case-Based Collaborative Learning Job Family Group

Academic Job Description Summary

CBCL (Case-Based Collaborative Learning) sessions are structured educational experiences for M1 and M2 students facilitated by faculty. CBCL is designed to foster active learning, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving among medical students. The structured time allocation ensures faculty are supported in delivering high-quality educational experiences. Faculty facilitate the sessions for the same small group of 7-8 students during the academic year. Job Description:

Job Duties Outlined

• Before a session, the facilitator should review all materials pertinent to the case. This includes any readings or other pre-work that the students will receive in addition to a guide created especially for the facilitator which covers key points and learning objectives for the session.
• G uide the discussion and p romote self-directed learning and intellectual inquiry during small groups .
• Empower students to work through the case themselves by creating a teaching environment that succeeds in achieving input from all students in the small group sessions.
• Facilitators should intervene if students are clearly off track, rushing to conclusions too quickly, or if there is not equal participation among team members, etc.
• Demonstrate professionalism in communication skills, ethical behavior, and respect with students and colleagues. The facilitator does not lecture, but is still responsible for ensuring key learning objectives are achieved.
• Provide brief written assessment for each student after the CBCL session.

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Education : MD, DO, EdD, PsyD, D. Sc, Sc.D , or PhD degree

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position . The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Work Experience

• Experience teaching

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience

• Experience working in or teaching in a biomedical - related field such as microbiology, anatomy, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, or immunology.
• Experience facilitating small group teaching sessions

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Employee Type

Temporary (Fixed Term) Time Type

Part time