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PEARLS Facilitator
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Hofstra University is hiring a PEARLS Facilitator for its School of Medicine. PEARLS stands for Patient-centered Explorations in Active Reasoning, Learning, and Synthesis, and the facilitator guides self-regulated learning and team dynamics in groups of 8 to 10 first- and second-year students. Students learn key biomedical science concepts embedded in real patient cases.
Highlights
- Facilitate PEARLS sessions throughout the academic year, as needed.
- Guide self-regulated learning and team dynamics for groups of 8 to 10 students.
- Review weekly formative essay exams submitted by students in the group.
- Meet individually with students for mid-course feedback and as needed, and complete end-of-course student assessments.
- Attend faculty development meetings for PEARLS facilitators.
- Three years of experience teaching medical students or other health professions students.
- Preferred experience with learning management systems.
- Part-time position requiring 8 to 10 hours per week of student contact and faculty development, based in Hempstead, NY.
- Pay of $100.00 per hour.
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About Hofstra | At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title | PEARLS Facilitator
Position Number | 897389, 896565
Position Category |
School/Division | School of Medicine
Department |
Full-Time or Part-Time | Part-Time
Description | The PEARLS (Patient-centered Explorations in Active Reasoning, Learning, and Synthesis) facilitator provides guidance of self-regulated learning and team dynamics to groups of 8-10 to first- and/or second-year students with the goal of students’ learning key concepts in biomedical science embedded in real patient cases. This is a part-time position requiring between 8-10 hours per week of student contact and faculty development.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Facilitates PEARLS throughout the academic year, as needed. Attends faculty development meetings for PEARLS facilitators. Reviews weekly formative essay exams submitted by students in the facilitator’s group. Meets individually with students in the facilitator’s group for mid-course feedback and as needed. Completes end of course student assessments. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications | MD, DO, or PhD in biomedical science discipline. Three years’ experience teaching medical students or other health professions students. Must demonstrate the ability to contribute to a multi-disciplinary educational environment and establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, faculty, and students. Must have computing experience and proficiency with MS Word and Outlook.
Preferred Quals Summary | Experience with Learning Management Systems.
Special Instructions |
Deadline |
Tenure Track |
Date Posted | 07/13/2026
EEO Statement | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range | $100.00 per hour
Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.
Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.
Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title | PEARLS Facilitator
Position Number | 897389, 896565
Position Category |
School/Division | School of Medicine
Department |
Full-Time or Part-Time | Part-Time
Description | The PEARLS (Patient-centered Explorations in Active Reasoning, Learning, and Synthesis) facilitator provides guidance of self-regulated learning and team dynamics to groups of 8-10 to first- and/or second-year students with the goal of students’ learning key concepts in biomedical science embedded in real patient cases. This is a part-time position requiring between 8-10 hours per week of student contact and faculty development.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Facilitates PEARLS throughout the academic year, as needed. Attends faculty development meetings for PEARLS facilitators. Reviews weekly formative essay exams submitted by students in the facilitator’s group. Meets individually with students in the facilitator’s group for mid-course feedback and as needed. Completes end of course student assessments. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications | MD, DO, or PhD in biomedical science discipline. Three years’ experience teaching medical students or other health professions students. Must demonstrate the ability to contribute to a multi-disciplinary educational environment and establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, faculty, and students. Must have computing experience and proficiency with MS Word and Outlook.
Preferred Quals Summary | Experience with Learning Management Systems.
Special Instructions |
Deadline |
Tenure Track |
Date Posted | 07/13/2026
EEO Statement | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range | $100.00 per hour
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.
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