Clinical teaching assistant

Role overview

Teaching and assessment

• Organize and participate in OSCEs, MCQs, case presentations, discussions, and other clinical assessments and examinations.
• Prepare, deliver, and evaluate fundamental clinical-skills sessions during pre-clerkship.
• Facilitate lectures, clinical rounds, PBL sessions, and small- and large-group teaching.
• Lead group discussions for small groups or entire classes.

Clerkship and student support

• Liaise between teaching hospitals and the College of Medicine, supporting academic staff and clinicians.
• Assist with student clinical rotations and monitor and guide learning at clinical teaching sites.
• Maintain attendance and formative and summative assessment records.
• Compile and present semester-end student progress reports using E-value.
• Distribute and collect course evaluation questionnaires for each clerkship rotation.

Faculty development

• Support and participate in clinical CME/CPD activities, including faculty development.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS, MD, or equivalent).
• At least two years’ experience in clinical practice or a similar educational environment.
• Prior experience in clinical medicine or medical education is essential.
• Familiarity with clinical skills teaching methods is a plus.
• Postgraduate training in a specialization, board qualification, master’s, or diploma is desirable.

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, prioritize tasks, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative in problem-solving.
• Proficiency in computer applications and openness to continuous learning.

Benefits and contract

• The position is offered on a three-year renewable contract.
• Salary is commensurate with experience and is tax-free.
• Benefits include furnished accommodation, annual air tickets for the faculty member and eligible dependents, and educational allowance for eligible candidates’ children.
• Private healthcare and health insurance, annual leave, and end-of-contract indemnity are provided in accordance with Qatar University HR policies.

Application documents

• Applicants are asked to submit a CV with cover letter, teaching, research, and service philosophy, referee contact information, proof of highest earned credential, and any other relevant documentation.
• Applicants apply through Qatar University Recruitment Online after creating an account and completing their profile.