Ast Prof/Asc Prof Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title Ast Prof/Asc Prof Fixed Term Position Summary The College of Human Medicine educates exemplary physicians and seeks to improve health through discovery and responding to the needs of the medically underserved in our communities. Through our competency-based Shared Discovery Curriculum, the patient is at the center of the educational enterprise. Our students are exposed to real world medicine and diverse populations that match the public health challenges faced by all physicians in the medical profession. The colleges footprint spans the state of Michigan; medical education and research take place across eight community campuses through affiliations with over 90 inpatient institutions, local hospitals, physicians, and other health care providers. Our world-class researchers push the boundaries and drive groundbreaking biomedical discoveries to advance human health. OMERAD is the longest continuously operating office of medical education in the country. OMERAD supports the Share Discovery Curriculum through consultation and collaboration with leaders, faculty members, and students for professional development, curricular design, assessment, use of artificial intelligence and technology, program evaluation, and medical education research. Job Responsibilities 50% Assessment, Evaluation & CQI Applying advanced measurement and quantitative methods to education issues. Supporting program evaluation, including logic model development, data collection, analysis, and reporting for curriculum or program effectiveness. Supporting curricular Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) efforts by analyzing data aligned with accreditation standards and student outcomes. Designing and validating educational tools such as scales, instruments, assessments, and surveys to measure student learning, program outcomes, and other key educational constructs. 15% Data Visualization & Communication Creating and organizing visual presentations based on data and research to effectively communicate research findings, evaluation data, or program metrics. Collaborating with teams to ensure presentations are visually compelling, accurate, and aligned with messaging goals. Writing and editing reports to disseminate findings within the institution and contribute to the broader academic discourse. 15% Teaching & Instruction Teaching as assigned, which may include large-group lectures, small-group facilitation, online instruction, or one-on-one mentoring. Engaging in instructional design, assessment of student learning, and refinement of teaching strategies to ensure effectiveness and inclusivity. 10% Service & Administration Participating in committee and administrative service. Contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations, community engagement, and institutional initiatives. 10% Research & Scholarship Conducting medical education research aligned with assigned duties. Position is planned for a recurring basis. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Terminal -PhD or equivalent degree in educational measurement, learning analytics, data science, quantitative psychology, or related field. Minimum Requirements PhD or equivalent degree in educational measurement, learning analytics, data science, quantitative psychology, or related field. Desired Qualifications Background in measurement and quantitative methods; Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R, and/or Python); Ability to use diverse technologies to support learning, teaching, grant proposal submissions, and research; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to present complex data in clear, concise reports and presentations; Demonstrated ability to work effectively within groups of colleagues; Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Ability to design and implement data collection strategies, including surveys, tests, and questionnaires; Experience in health professional education; Experience in higher education research; Experience in program evaluation. Required Application Materials Application materials to be uploaded must include a statement of interest highlighting specific strengths related to this position and your interest in joining our team guided by this mission; curriculum vitae; and the names of three references (not to be contacted without the permission of the applicant). Interested individuals should apply online at careers.msu.edu. To ensure full consideration, please submit the following application materials: a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae (CV), and three (3) professional references Review of Applications Begins On 04/21/2026 Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Website omerad.msu.edu (under construction) Department Statement The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (CHM) is committed to advancing all members of the academic community, including students, faculty, administration, and staff in alignment with the college mission to educate exemplary physicians and scholars, to discover and disseminate new knowledge, to provide service at home and abroad, and to respond to the needs of the medically underserved. The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine’s (CHM) mission is to educate exemplary physicians and scholars, discover and disseminate new knowledge, and provide service at home and abroad. Foundational to our work is promoting the dignity and inclusion of all people and responding to the needs of the medically underserved. MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.