Faculty Position for Clinical Sciences, OMM

Job Location: Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Job Summary

Under the Course Director(s), Department Chair and the Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences, the successful candidate will provide instruction specifically in Osteopathic Principles and Practices (OP&P). The ability to teach in one or more of the biomedical/preclinical courses or clinical disciplines would be beneficial. The candidate will have administrative responsibilities commensurate with rank.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist WCUCOM and WCU in the implementation of their respective Mission Statements, Statement(s) of Purpose, Institutional Plan(s), and Financial Plan(s)
• Complete assigned tasks and participate in assigned work groups for preparing accreditation documents for all accrediting bodies
• Works with Course Directors, Department Chair and Associate Deans to integrate and implement WCUCOM courses into a four-year, seamless curriculum using on‑site, distance‑learning, and other standard and emerging technologies
• Review relevant WCUCOM curriculum in its entirety and recommend pertinent suggestions to the Course Director(s), Department Chair, and Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences
• Provide oversight for OMM curriculum
• Assists in monitoring the progress of all students to ensure successful progress toward graduation and recommends disciplinary action when necessary
• Teach in assigned courses
• Serves on WCUCOM committees, as assigned
• Assists in the selection process of students to attend WCUCOM
• Assist in student remediation as necessary, and as recommended by the Promotion and Matriculation Committee
• Assist in the interview process for prospective incoming faculty
• Make contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the development of osteopathic medicine through scientific research and community service
• Participate in community relations efforts to extend and enhance the visibility and reputation of the Department, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, and William Carey University
• Serve on state and regional societies, and agencies, bureaus, and committees of the profession and specialty or discipline
• Comply with WCU and professional standards and regulations including but not limited to ADA, HIPPAA, OSHA, and safety training
• Other duties as assigned by the Course Director(s), Department Chair, Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences, and WCUCOM Dean

Qualifications

• Board Eligible/Certified DO or MD with appropriate training and skills
• Specialty Residency Trained to Practice (Primary care or NMM preferred)
• Clinical experience practicing OMT within their specialty
• Maintains an active license or be eligible for a license to practice in the state of Mississippi
• Graduate of an accredited College of Osteopathic Medicine or LCME with appropriate training and experience
• Curricular and teaching experience, in formal and informal teaching, and learner supervision and evaluation
• Have leadership, teaching, and clinical skills
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be detailed oriented and have excellent interpersonal skills
• Have expertise with Microsoft Office Suite products and the desire and ability to learn course management software/distance learning technologies
• Be able to complete multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment
• Please provide examples of accomplishments, skills, and publications

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified NMM-OMM or C-SPOM
• Experience as an instructor or course director of an OP&P department or course
• Experience in teaching and/or research in a COCA-accredited osteopathic medical school or college
• Experience in more than one clinical and/or preclinical discipline
• Experience in course development and curriculum integration

Physical Demands

• Possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting
• Have the vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
• The ability to sit for extended periods of time
• The ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
• The ability to travel throughout Mississippi and the Gulf South region