Senior Lecturer, Psychiatry

4 months ago, from International Medical University | Faculty Vacancy

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and clinical workshops for medical students in the field of psychiatry.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to medical students during clinical rotations in psychiatry, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and adherence to ethical standards.
• Contribute to the development, evaluation, and enhancement of psychiatry curricula, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies and evidence-based practices.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including clinical research, translational research, and educational research, with a focus on advancing psychiatric knowledge and improving mental healthcare outcomes.
• Participate in clinical services within the psychiatry department's affiliated healthcare facilities, providing expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to patients across the lifespan.
• Collaborate with local mental health organizations, community agencies, and advocacy groups to promote mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and address community mental health needs.
• Stay current with developments through continuing education, professional conferences, and collaboration with peers, contributing to the academic and intellectual life of the department and institution.

Qualifications

• MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree listed in the Malaysian Medical Council.
• Postgraduate qualification in Psychiatry or equivalent listed in the Malaysian Medical Council.
• Registered with the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC).
• Possess a National Specialist Register (NSR).
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in psychiatry to medical students and residents or equivalent experience in practice.
• Strong clinical skills and extensive experience in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Record of scholarly activity, including publications and conference presentations with at least 5 publications in indexed journals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a focus on diversity and inclusion in medical education and practice.