Clerkship Site Director

Please see Special Instructions for more details. This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 2, 2025. Posting Summary Logo Posting Number Posting Number RTF00155PO25 USC Market Title USC Market Title Clinical Assistant Professor Link to USC Market Title Business Title Campus Campus School of Medicine Columbia Work County Work County Florence College/Division College/Division School of Medicine Columbia Department Department SOMC Florence Initiative Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 3.5 Type of Faculty Position Type of Faculty Position Faculty Time-Limited (FTL) Basis Basis 12 months Job Search Category Job Search Category Other About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement South Carolina Retirement No State Insurance Programs State Insurance Programs No Annual Leave No Sick Leave No Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Clinical Internal Medicine Clerkship Site Director oversees the day-to-day clinical activities and assessments of third-year medical students during their required clinical clerkships in Florence which includes, but is not limited to, the instruction and teaching of medical knowledge, skills, practices and procedures, orientation, academic advisement and hands-on medical training, as required by the USC SOM educational programs and performance objectives. Their activities will be coordinated with the Office of Medical Student Education-Florence, which will provide administrative support. They will report to the Assistant Dean for Medical Student Education, Florence, and the Clerkship Director in Columbia. Given that each clerkship will have between 1-4 students on a rotation at a time, it is estimated that these duties will require no more than 1-4 hours per week. The Clerkship Site Director may also serve as a Clinical Preceptor. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience MD or DO eligible for a faculty appointment in the School of Medicine. Completion of an accredited residency program. Strong interest in medical education. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Board Certified in specialty area. Preferred Qualifications Previous work/teaching experience in an academic medical center. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge and ability to review the current written set of education goals and objectives for the clerkship with a plan for periodic review. Knowledge and ability to review learning objectives and goals for faculty and students in compliance with Liaison Committee on Medical Education ( LCME ). Strong written and verbal communications skills with a focus on the ability to teach effectively and promote a successful learning environment within the parameters and discipline guidelines of the School of Medicine. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. Job Duties Job Duty Teaches medical coursework to students, including, but not limited to, patient care, practices, procedures, exams, etc., in addition to educational program and performance objectives aligned with core competency guidelines through didactic lecture and learning groups. Provides current material in a format consistent with best practices for learning. Provides timely feedback with constructive suggestions and opportunities for improvement/remediation when needed. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Supervises students and faculty in their specialty. Objectively assesses the student(s) on their clinical competencies and examinations processes to ensure they are learning what they are being taught. Works with them to improve their performance as needed. Troubleshoots student issues and works with the Office of Medical Student Education-Florence and the Columbia clerkship director to resolve them. Objectively assesses the clinical faculty on their skills and works with them to improve their performance, if necessary. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Implements academic coursework decisions through policies and procedures which will ensure the quality of the educational experience in the clerkship and ensure that clerkship-relevant accreditation standards are attained and maintained. Attends joint clerkship site director meetings between Florence and Columbia to promote networking and sharing of information. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Performs other duties as required. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Desired Start Date Desired Start Date 07/16/2025 Position End Date Position End Date 07/15/2027 Job Open Date Job Open Date 07/14/2025 Job Close Date Job Close Date 09/02/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 2, 2025. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). J-18808-Ljbffr

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Posted Date: 8/20/2025