What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine Residency Program – Assistant Program Director - Assistant/Associate Professor position at Florida Atlantic University?
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Position Summary:
The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine seeks an innovative, enthusiastic, and mission-driven emergency medicine physician to serve as the Assistant Program Director (APD) of our ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine Residency Program. This individual will join our core faculty at the academic rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience.
As a key member of the residency leadership team, the APD will work closely with the Program Director and other stakeholders to advance the mission, vision, and educational excellence of the residency program. The APD plays a critical role in resident mentorship, curriculum development, program quality assurance, faculty development, and strategic planning.
The College of Medicine’s mission is to advance the health and well-being of our community by training future generations of humanistic clinicians and scientists and translating discovery to patient-centered care. Our residency program is deeply committed to fostering a culture of academic rigor, service, and innovation.
The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from various backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.
Key Responsibilities:
Commensurate with Experience
College or Department:
College of Medicine
Location:
Clinical - Off Campus Location (COM use only)
Work Days and Hours:
N/A
Application Deadline:
2025-07-01
Special Instructions to Applicant:
This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.
Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.
Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.
Position Summary:
The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine seeks an innovative, enthusiastic, and mission-driven emergency medicine physician to serve as the Assistant Program Director (APD) of our ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine Residency Program. This individual will join our core faculty at the academic rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience.
As a key member of the residency leadership team, the APD will work closely with the Program Director and other stakeholders to advance the mission, vision, and educational excellence of the residency program. The APD plays a critical role in resident mentorship, curriculum development, program quality assurance, faculty development, and strategic planning.
The College of Medicine’s mission is to advance the health and well-being of our community by training future generations of humanistic clinicians and scientists and translating discovery to patient-centered care. Our residency program is deeply committed to fostering a culture of academic rigor, service, and innovation.
The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from various backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Program Director in the overall administration and continuous improvement of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program
- Provide strategic leadership and direction in resident education, recruitment, and professional development
- Collaborate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the didactic curriculum, simulation, and longitudinal educational initiatives
- Provide regular feedback, coaching, and career mentorship to residents
- Oversee and enhance program evaluation and accreditation activities, ensuring compliance with ACGME requirements and readiness for site visits
- Serve as a leader on key residency committees such as the Clinical Competency Committee (CCC), Program Evaluation Committee (PEC), and Recruitment Committee
- Promote and model excellence in clinical teaching, supervising residents and medical students in the emergency department
- Engage in faculty development efforts, supporting the professional growth and scholarly activity of core faculty
- Assist with annual resident recruitment, interview day planning, and application review processes
- Represent the residency program at local, regional, and national meetings or committees to enhance visibility and reputation
- Maintain board certification and clinical practice as part of the College of Medicine Faculty Plan
- Contribute to scholarly activity in accordance with ACGME expectations for core faculty
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited institution
- ABEM or ABOEM board certification in Emergency Medicine
- Academic credentials meriting appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor
- Full, unrestricted Florida medical license (or ability to obtain prior to start date) and current DEA registration
- Demonstrated excellence in resident education with significant teaching experience
- Minimum of 2 years of Core Faculty experience within an Emergency Medicine Residency Program, prior experience in residency program education administration strongly preferred
- Commitment to academic scholarship and ability to meet ACGME core faculty scholarly activity requirements
- Ability to engage with and support a variety of students, residents, and employees
- Candidate must have completed an emergency medicine subspecialty fellowship or hold an advanced degree in a related field
- Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications
Commensurate with Experience
College or Department:
College of Medicine
Location:
Clinical - Off Campus Location (COM use only)
Work Days and Hours:
N/A
Application Deadline:
2025-07-01
Special Instructions to Applicant:
This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.
Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
