Lecturer in Psychiatry (3 Posts)

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FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate must possess at minimum, from a recognized university: Doctor of Medicine (DM) in Psychiatry OR Equivalent postgraduate qualification Candidates should also possess: Ideally at least four (4) years clinical experience (after graduation) from MBBS or equivalent Ability to guide and provide clinical supervision of postgraduate students Candidates with the following would have an advantage: A good record of research and publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals Proficiency in clinical audit and research skills Ability to support university assessment and examinations activities The following would be considered assets: Degree or Certificate in Medical Education Certificate in university teaching and learning Ideally at least two (2) years postgraduate teaching experience Ideally at least two (2) years' clinical experience at consultant level Successful award of grant as a Principal Investigator (PI) or member of a team Candidates must be registered or able to be registered as a specialist in Psychiatry with the Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago (MBTT). Key Responsibilities Teaching of Psychiatry for the MBBS degree and the DM Psychiatry programmes via online and face to face modes Providing work-based clinical supervision and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students Supervising postgraduate research projects Managing a Clinical Service Mentoring students Personal Attributes The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also: Uphold the highest standards of professional practice and behaviour and medical ethics Have strong interest in mentoring staff Be able to use online pedagogical platforms such as Zoom Be able to use teaching aids such as PowerPoint presentations Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@uwi.edu . Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at http://www.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered . The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

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