Harvard Medical School
MEDscience Teacher & Program Coordinator
Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
MEDscience Teacher & Program Coordinator
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Company Description:
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world‑changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Why join Harvard Medical School?
Harvard Medical School's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well‑being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership. You’ll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world‑renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.
About the Department:
HMS MEDscience’s mission is to inspire and empower a rising generation of STEM leaders. Our program immerses students in realistic and dynamic simulated medical emergencies that transform the way students approach and solve problems. HMS MEDscience engages over 4,000 high school students (including nearly 1,200 Boston Public School students) through school‑year and summer programs.
Job Description:
HMS MEDscience has an opening for an experienced team teacher for its high school biology‑based enrichment program. In addition to teaching, this position will coordinate the logistics of our programming for various partners and support the training of volunteers who join our teaching team. The role will directly support the work that advances the goals and vision of HMS MEDscience. This team member will work effectively within a culture inclusive of individuals with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations, and appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. This role will focus primarily on MEDscience's clinical program but may teach other program areas over time.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Teacher: Delivers interactive lectures, simulation cases, and debriefs using innovative pedagogy techniques aligned with program goals of critical thinking, problem solving, building teamwork, communication skills, personal health literacy, and continued interest in STEM fields.
Program Coordination: Coordinates programming for at least 20 partnering high school classroom teachers, discusses logistics, individualizes program curriculum calendar, provides program materials, monitors completion of required paperwork and surveys, establishes roles for each session, and supports set‑up and breakdown of session materials.
Teacher Training: Trains newly hired teachers and volunteers on the curriculum, meets ahead of class sessions to run training and observes classes to provide feedback.
Curriculum Development: Assists in refining written materials for pedagogy evaluation and other documents needed for program expansion, and works with leadership and teaching team to develop and support curricular innovation and cultural competency.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to teach 3–4 in‑person sessions each day (75 minutes/session).
Requires assisting in set‑up of simulation equipment and clinical skills training, which can include lifting and carrying objects of moderate weight.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
College‑level understanding of biology and anatomy and physiology; prior high school‑level teaching experience strongly preferred; excellent written communication and oral presentation skills; strong project management skills with proven attention to detail; demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands; open‑minded and adaptable; comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment; embraces opportunities to learn and grow; experience in a patient‑facing healthcare profession is a plus; experience in or open to training on ELISA, PCR, gel electrophoresis; ability to teach in Spanish preferred.
Additional Information
Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week.
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity, Education.
Other Information: We are currently conducting the majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually.
Staying Informed About Your Application: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.
Work Format Details:
All duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges:
Position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one.
Retirement plans with university contributions.
Well‑being and mental health resources.
Support for families and caregivers.
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement.
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks.
EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non‑discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non‑discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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Company Description:
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world‑changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Why join Harvard Medical School?
Harvard Medical School's mission is to nurture a diverse, inclusive community dedicated to alleviating suffering and improving health and well‑being for all through excellence in teaching and learning, discovery and scholarship, and service and leadership. You’ll be at the heart of biomedical discovery, education, and innovation, working alongside world‑renowned faculty and a community dedicated to improving human health. This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of medicine.
About the Department:
HMS MEDscience’s mission is to inspire and empower a rising generation of STEM leaders. Our program immerses students in realistic and dynamic simulated medical emergencies that transform the way students approach and solve problems. HMS MEDscience engages over 4,000 high school students (including nearly 1,200 Boston Public School students) through school‑year and summer programs.
Job Description:
HMS MEDscience has an opening for an experienced team teacher for its high school biology‑based enrichment program. In addition to teaching, this position will coordinate the logistics of our programming for various partners and support the training of volunteers who join our teaching team. The role will directly support the work that advances the goals and vision of HMS MEDscience. This team member will work effectively within a culture inclusive of individuals with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations, and appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. This role will focus primarily on MEDscience's clinical program but may teach other program areas over time.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Teacher: Delivers interactive lectures, simulation cases, and debriefs using innovative pedagogy techniques aligned with program goals of critical thinking, problem solving, building teamwork, communication skills, personal health literacy, and continued interest in STEM fields.
Program Coordination: Coordinates programming for at least 20 partnering high school classroom teachers, discusses logistics, individualizes program curriculum calendar, provides program materials, monitors completion of required paperwork and surveys, establishes roles for each session, and supports set‑up and breakdown of session materials.
Teacher Training: Trains newly hired teachers and volunteers on the curriculum, meets ahead of class sessions to run training and observes classes to provide feedback.
Curriculum Development: Assists in refining written materials for pedagogy evaluation and other documents needed for program expansion, and works with leadership and teaching team to develop and support curricular innovation and cultural competency.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to teach 3–4 in‑person sessions each day (75 minutes/session).
Requires assisting in set‑up of simulation equipment and clinical skills training, which can include lifting and carrying objects of moderate weight.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
College‑level understanding of biology and anatomy and physiology; prior high school‑level teaching experience strongly preferred; excellent written communication and oral presentation skills; strong project management skills with proven attention to detail; demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands; open‑minded and adaptable; comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment; embraces opportunities to learn and grow; experience in a patient‑facing healthcare profession is a plus; experience in or open to training on ELISA, PCR, gel electrophoresis; ability to teach in Spanish preferred.
Additional Information
Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week.
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Pre‑Employment Screening: Identity, Education.
Other Information: We are currently conducting the majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually.
Staying Informed About Your Application: Due to the high volume of applications, we may not reach out right away, but you can track your status anytime through the Careers@Harvard portal.
Work Format Details:
All duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard or Harvard‑designated location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges:
Position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Generous paid time off including parental leave.
Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one.
Retirement plans with university contributions.
Well‑being and mental health resources.
Support for families and caregivers.
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement.
Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks.
EEO/Non‑Discrimination Commitment Statement Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes. Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non‑discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non‑discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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