Assistant Course Director Nervous System
University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, United States
Assistant Course Director – Nervous System
Department:
Office of Medical Education (OME)
Job Title:
Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor
Working Title:
Assistant Course Director - Nervous System
Position #:
00846113 – Requisition # 39323
FTE:
0.10
Key Responsibilities
Communicate and meet regularly with the Course Director to plan and prepare for the course.
Vet and revise course learning objectives with the Course Director and Content Directors.
Ensure the course schedule and granular information sheet are accurate.
Develop and create course content including session materials, pre‑work, etc.
Recruit and develop faculty to deliver, facilitate, and/or present educational content.
Distribute accurate learning objectives to teaching faculty for each individual session.
Communicate with faculty to ensure deadlines are met.
Confirm that course materials submitted by faculty meet OME guidelines and align with course/session objectives; provide feedback as needed.
Work with OME and the curriculum office to coordinate facilitator and faculty development needs.
Ensure timely coordination with support staff while accounting for their competing responsibilities.
Serve as a resource and communicate proactively with administrative staff and faculty.
Serve as liaison between course faculty and the Assessment Team for item writing and test development.
Review and approve all assessment items submitted by Assessment Point People (APPs) to ensure they meet established guidelines.
Ensure all assessment items include keys, learning objectives, and explanations; collect missing information from APPs as needed.
Participate in item review meetings and item selection for End‑of‑Week (EOW) checkpoints and End‑of‑Course (EOC) assessments.
Review and provide feedback on EOW and EOC assessment drafts.
Participate in standard setting for the EOC assessment.
Field questions from the Assessment Team on Thursday mornings or ensure assessments are finalized or delegated ahead of time.
Provide day‑of‑course support and maintain a presence at all sessions or ensure appropriate faculty coverage.
Be prepared to assume temporary responsibility for course content, organization, and execution in the Course Director's absence.
Ensure all faculty and students understand the course's competencies and learning goals.
Serve as a resource and maintain timely communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Assist with Office Hours and respond to student inquiries.
Teach select content and facilitate learning events as needed.
Lead “just‑in‑time” faculty development sessions as required.
Develop and distribute review or clarification materials after sessions.
Communicate with faculty post‑session for continuous quality improvement.
Track, monitor, and assess curriculum effectiveness; identify areas for improvement in alignment with curriculum oversight bodies.
Create and foster a professional learning environment.
Carry out additional responsibilities essential to course production as identified by the Course Director.
Attend and actively participate in collaborative meetings with Course Directors, Content Directors, and Assistant Course Directors.
Work collaboratively to improve and standardize curricular elements, develop policies, provide input, ensure LCME compliance, and share best practices.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Master's degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO from an accredited university.
Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment as an Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
Available for preferred start date: July 1, 2026.
Experience with healthcare professions, education, pedagogy, and assessment.
Available to be present, as needed, for learning events throughout the course's duration.
Experience working effectively with blended teams.
Demonstrate an interest in medical student education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
Demonstration of effective collaboration and teamwork.
Thoughtful understanding of the medical knowledge a student must possess to be a successful early clerkship student.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to cultivate relationships with both university and community physicians and be available to answer questions and problem solve as needed.
Ability to cultivate sustainable relationships with other faculty in the school of medicine and work to ensure the Pre‑clerkship Curriculum is well represented within the school.
Enjoy working with students, helping them with any learning issues, providing advice on how to troubleshoot/resolve issues, and assisting students to ensure their success.
Application Materials Required
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
Curriculum vitae / Resume.
Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
How to Apply Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
https://cu.edu/cu-careers
(link).
Compensation The salary range for this position is $12,500 – $25,000 for a 0.10 FTE, representing an estimated 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits. The final offer will be capped at $250,000 annually and will depend on the individual's current 1.0 FTE salary.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Accommodation Statement The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at
hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .
Background Check Statement The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducts background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID‑19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of those facilities or clinics.
Application Deadline Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by the application deadline. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
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Office of Medical Education (OME)
Job Title:
Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor
Working Title:
Assistant Course Director - Nervous System
Position #:
00846113 – Requisition # 39323
FTE:
0.10
Key Responsibilities
Communicate and meet regularly with the Course Director to plan and prepare for the course.
Vet and revise course learning objectives with the Course Director and Content Directors.
Ensure the course schedule and granular information sheet are accurate.
Develop and create course content including session materials, pre‑work, etc.
Recruit and develop faculty to deliver, facilitate, and/or present educational content.
Distribute accurate learning objectives to teaching faculty for each individual session.
Communicate with faculty to ensure deadlines are met.
Confirm that course materials submitted by faculty meet OME guidelines and align with course/session objectives; provide feedback as needed.
Work with OME and the curriculum office to coordinate facilitator and faculty development needs.
Ensure timely coordination with support staff while accounting for their competing responsibilities.
Serve as a resource and communicate proactively with administrative staff and faculty.
Serve as liaison between course faculty and the Assessment Team for item writing and test development.
Review and approve all assessment items submitted by Assessment Point People (APPs) to ensure they meet established guidelines.
Ensure all assessment items include keys, learning objectives, and explanations; collect missing information from APPs as needed.
Participate in item review meetings and item selection for End‑of‑Week (EOW) checkpoints and End‑of‑Course (EOC) assessments.
Review and provide feedback on EOW and EOC assessment drafts.
Participate in standard setting for the EOC assessment.
Field questions from the Assessment Team on Thursday mornings or ensure assessments are finalized or delegated ahead of time.
Provide day‑of‑course support and maintain a presence at all sessions or ensure appropriate faculty coverage.
Be prepared to assume temporary responsibility for course content, organization, and execution in the Course Director's absence.
Ensure all faculty and students understand the course's competencies and learning goals.
Serve as a resource and maintain timely communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Assist with Office Hours and respond to student inquiries.
Teach select content and facilitate learning events as needed.
Lead “just‑in‑time” faculty development sessions as required.
Develop and distribute review or clarification materials after sessions.
Communicate with faculty post‑session for continuous quality improvement.
Track, monitor, and assess curriculum effectiveness; identify areas for improvement in alignment with curriculum oversight bodies.
Create and foster a professional learning environment.
Carry out additional responsibilities essential to course production as identified by the Course Director.
Attend and actively participate in collaborative meetings with Course Directors, Content Directors, and Assistant Course Directors.
Work collaboratively to improve and standardize curricular elements, develop policies, provide input, ensure LCME compliance, and share best practices.
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Master's degree or terminal degree such as an MD or DO from an accredited university.
Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment as an Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
Available for preferred start date: July 1, 2026.
Experience with healthcare professions, education, pedagogy, and assessment.
Available to be present, as needed, for learning events throughout the course's duration.
Experience working effectively with blended teams.
Demonstrate an interest in medical student education.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Integrity, civility, professionalism, and commitment to School of Medicine values.
Demonstration of effective collaboration and teamwork.
Thoughtful understanding of the medical knowledge a student must possess to be a successful early clerkship student.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to cultivate relationships with both university and community physicians and be available to answer questions and problem solve as needed.
Ability to cultivate sustainable relationships with other faculty in the school of medicine and work to ensure the Pre‑clerkship Curriculum is well represented within the school.
Enjoy working with students, helping them with any learning issues, providing advice on how to troubleshoot/resolve issues, and assisting students to ensure their success.
Application Materials Required
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
Curriculum vitae / Resume.
Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
How to Apply Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
https://cu.edu/cu-careers
(link).
Compensation The salary range for this position is $12,500 – $25,000 for a 0.10 FTE, representing an estimated 0.10 FTE salary support plus benefits. The final offer will be capped at $250,000 annually and will depend on the individual's current 1.0 FTE salary.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Accommodation Statement The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at
hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .
Background Check Statement The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducts background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID‑19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of those facilities or clinics.
Application Deadline Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by the application deadline. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
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