Faculty Osteopathic Medicine - Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

About the role

The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) is seeking a faculty member to contribute to the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Osteopathic Principles & Practices (OPP)/Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (NMM/OMM) curriculum across the four-year osteopathic medical program. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new medical school and to shape the educational experience of future osteopathic physicians.

Responsibilities

• Teaches in the pre-clinical and clinical OMM curriculum for OMS I–IV
• Provides instruction in skills training, competency development, and osteopathic manipulative treatment
• Participates in curriculum design, assessment, and program evaluation
• Engages in scholarly activity, including research, presentations, and contributions to the academic community
• Serves as a mentor and role model for medical students, promoting the values and philosophy of osteopathic medicine

Requirements

• D.O. degree from an accredited osteopathic medical school
• Minimum of three years of teaching and academic leadership experience in an osteopathic medical school
• Full-time teaching experience at the discipline or department level in higher education
• Completion of faculty development or graduate training in education management preferred

Qualifications

• Active medical license
• Board certification in NMM/OMM through ABMS or AOA
• Comprehensive knowledge of osteopathic principles and practices
• Understanding of osteopathic medical education standards and competency-based assessment
• Familiarity with HIPAA, FERPA, OSHA, and safety protocols
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with educational technologies and MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Canvas)
• Ability to manage multiple academic responsibilities and maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to collegiality, professionalism, and collaborative academic culture
• Flexibility to support departmental and institutional needs as assigned

Skills

• Knowledge of osteopathic principles and practices
• Experience in teaching and academic leadership
• Ability to engage in scholarly activity
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency with educational technologies and MS Office applications

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)