What are the responsibilities and job description for the LUCOM Medical Student Fellow-Anatomy position at Liberty University?
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
1. Work under the direction and supervision of the Dean, Department Chair, or Professor to whom assigned.
2. Be present for all necessary events put on by the department and the Graduate School.
3. Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the Graduate Assistantship Handbook; uphold the Graduate Student Honor Code; LUCOM Student Handbook maintain agreement with the Liberty University Doctrinal Statement.
4. Assist with teaching in the lab sessions, as determined by the supervisor, and additional help sessions as scheduled.
5. Assist with practical examinations and evaluations {preparation, delivery, grading), where applicable, and development of teaching materials (prosections, video training modules, etc.).
6. MSFs are expected to teach at least one anatomy/histology lecture including writing exam items.
7. May conduct approved research/publication project over course of the academic year.
8. Additional responsibilities/requests as appointed by the Supervising faculty or Chair.
9. Participants must have had> 80% average overall for anatomy lab practicals for first two years of curriculum.
10. Participants must pass COMLEX-I on first attempt (may be selected for program prior to this requirement but if requirement is not met, participant must step down).
11. Participants must never have been on suspension and/or probation. Good academic standing is required.
12. Please note that MSFs will be considered to be enrolled half-time, making them eligible for loans, if desired. LUCOM tuition and fees will be waived for the fellowship year only.
13. Resignations prior to the completion of the MSF contract may result in ineligibility for re-hire until the next contracted academic year.
14. Students can apply for conference presentations through LU Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
15. Assist the department with miscellaneous administrative tasks/projects and any other various responsibilities.
Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Good standing in LUCOM and successful completion of OMS I and OMS II curriculum.
2. Passing of COMPLEX Level One.
3. Understanding of experimental and analytical research.
4. Proficient with Microsoft excel.
5. Competency in Report writing.
6. Competency with Public speaking.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Strong research background.
2. Teaching experience in the research fellow’s specialty area.
3. Experience coordinating research grant projects.
