THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES

ST. AUGUSTINE, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, WEST INDIES

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL MEDICAL SCIENCES
LECTURER IN PSYCHIATRY (3 POSTS)

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:

• 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
• At least two (2) years postgraduate teaching experience
• 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