Basic Medical Sciences – Neuroscience | Future Faculty Opportunities

Company Description

AUC

Founded in 1978, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC School of Medicine) has more than 8,500 graduates and is one of the oldest medical schools in the Caribbean. Dedicated to developing practice-ready physicians with a lifelong commitment to patient-centered care, AUC embraces collaboration, inclusion and community service.

With campuses in Sint Maarten and the U.K., affiliated teaching hospitals in the U.S. and the U.K. and internationally recognized faculty, AUC has a medical education program designed for today’s globally minded physician. AUC’s Medical Doctorate program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine. Visit aucmed.edu for more information, and follow AUC on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Job Description

We are building a pipeline of exceptional faculty candidates with a passion for innovative medical education and collaborative teaching. Faculty at our institution play a central role in educating future physicians across a three‑semester academic year, with new classes admitted each semester and teaching activities continuing year‑round.

We seek engaging, student‑focused educators who thrive in a team‑based academic environment, are committed to continuous improvement in medical education, and are eager to contribute to an integrated, clinically relevant curriculum. Opportunities for scholarship and research exist, particularly in medical education.

Role Summary

Successful candidates will deliver high‑quality, innovative instruction in neuroscience, integrating foundational concepts across organ systems and clinical disciplines. Faculty are expected to work closely with medical students to support mastery of medical knowledge and the development of clinical competencies, while collaborating with academic leadership to advance curricular excellence.

Key Responsibilities

In collaboration with Module Course Co‑Directors and the Chair of Basic Medical Sciences, faculty will:

• Develop and maintain integrated neuroscience course syllabi and content
• Ensure instruction reflects current concepts tied to real‑world clinical scenarios
• Create clinically relevant, integrated examination questions
• Design and implement new cross‑disciplinary integrative exercises
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date student records
• Complete additional curriculum‑related duties as assigned
• Comply with all institutional policies, procedures, and standards

Additional Faculty Expectations:

• Attend a minimum of one professional conference annually for curriculum enhancement and/or presentation of research
• Maintain regular office hours and be readily available to students
• Foster strong advisor/advisee relationships and provide academic advising
• Serve on academic committees as needed
• Contribute to community outreach and/or student‑centered research initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

• PhD, MD, MBBS, or equivalent terminal degree
• Demonstrated ability to integrate neuroscience across medical systems
• Minimum 3–4 years of teaching experience in a medical school environment
• Familiarity with USMLE‑style assessment
• Documented record of teaching effectiveness
• Ability to translate foundational concepts into clinically relevant applications
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English
• Strong interest in mentoring and working closely with medical students
• Flexibility and ability to collaborate effectively in a team‑based academic setting
• Willingness to reside in St. Maarten

Preferred:

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and best practices in medical education/postsecondary teaching
• Experience with educational technologies, including learning management systems, audience response tools, online examinations, and videoconferencing platforms

Additional Information

• Please include a cover letter with your application
• Academic rank will be determined at time of selection
• Position is benefits‑eligible, including relocation and housing/living allowances

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation