Medscience Assistant Teacher - Boston, United States - Harvard University

Harvard University

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Boston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Description

HMS MEDscience's mission is to address the inspiration gap in STEM education by providing students with opportunities to enhance the necessary 21st Century skills for success in their academic and future careers. Our vision is that all students, regardless of background, education, or zip code, should have equal opportunities in education and the sciences. Our program immerses students in realistic and dynamic simulated medical emergencies that promote teamwork and problemsolving skills. HMS MEDscience engages over 2,700 high school students (including over 900 Boston Public School students) through schoolyear and summer programs. 65% of the students who engage in schoolyear programming identify themselves as being part of a racial/ethnic group that is underrepresented in medicine.
The MEDscience Assistant Teacher role is an entrylevel position for an individual who is interested in learning how to teach and eager to get involved with the many projects vital to the growth of an educational nonprofit organization. In this role, the teacher will be trained to teach in our experiential learning style under the mentorship of a veteran teacher, will coteach classes, and will have various administrative and technical responsibilities to support the maintenance and growth of the organization. This individual must be a team player who likes working in a fastpaced, dynamic, and highly interactive environment and who is looking for a challenging opportunity to learn and grow with support.
Our medical simulations require teachers to take on the roles of instructor, attending physician, patient, and/or counselor to students as they diagnose patients. The clinical skills in the MEDscience curriculum requires teachers to be able to work with a variety of medical simulation equipment and communicate proper technique to students. Additionally, the teacher must be able to create a welcoming space for students with varying educational needs.

Basic Qualifications

College Background with 12+ years of related work/internship experience. Education beyond high school may count toward experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Helpful to have experience in or be open to training on the following lab techniques: ELISA, PCR, gel electrophoresis.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details.
Social media/marketing experience and/or interest in research or administration desirable.
Proven interpersonal skills.
Must be flexible and have strong project management skills to effectively handle multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment with competing deadlines.

Additional Information

This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Work Format Details
This position is based primarily oncampus, in Massachusetts. This may include inperson during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits-
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
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Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
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Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
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Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
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Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
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Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited ins