Lecturer in Psychiatry (2 Posts) [Ref# 187/13/15-2 L1]
Faculty: Medical SciencesClinical Medical Sciences
Deadline Date: Sunday, July 21, 2024
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Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate must possess either of the following from a recognized university:
- Doctor of Medicine (DM) in Psychiatry
OR
- Equivalent postgraduate qualification
Candidates should also possess:
- At least four (4) years clinical experience (after graduation) from MBBS or equivalent
- Ability to guide and provide clinical supervision of postgraduate students
The following would be considered an advantage:
- 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
- At least two (2) years postgraduate teaching experience
- Successful award of grant as a Principal Investigator (PI) or member of a team
- A good publication record
- At least two (2) years clinical experience at consultant level
Candidates must be registered or able to be registered as a specialist in Psychiatry with the Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago (MBTT).
Special Responsibilities
- Providing work-based clinical supervision and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Supervising postgraduate research projects
- Teaching of Psychiatry for the MBBS degree and the DM Psychiatry programmes via online and face to face modes
- Managing a Clinical Service
- Mentoring students
Personal Attributes
- Uphold the highest standards of professional behaviour and ethical practice
- 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: HRApplications@sta.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.sta.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.