Pathology Assistant or Associate Professor, Foundational Biomedical Sciences

Touro University; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A private nonprofit university in California is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Foundational Biomedical Sciences with expertise in Pathology and/or Microbiology. The role involves developing lectures, contributing to research, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a relevant terminal degree and strong teaching skills. The salary ranges from $110,000 to $160,000, depending on experience, offering a full-time position with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence or promise in teaching.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity or potential for scholarly contributions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver didactic lectures in pathology and/or microbiology.
• Participate in team-teaching and case-based learning sessions.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of student assessments.

Skills

Teaching in medical or graduate biomedical science education

Collaborative teaching environment

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

D., D.O., M.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent terminal degree

Job description

Assistant or Associate Professor, Foundational Biomedical Sciences (Pathology and/or Microbiology)

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Overview

Department: Foundational Biomedical Sciences

College: College of Osteopathic Medicine

Overview

Department: Foundational Biomedical Sciences

College: College of Osteopathic Medicine

Location: Touro University California, Mare Island Campus, Vallejo, CA

Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor (commensurate with experience)

Position Type: Full-time, 12-month appointment

Application Review Begins: Immediately and continues until filled

About Touro University California

Touro University California (TUC) is a private, nonprofit institution committed to educating caring professionals in the fields of osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, public health, nursing, education, and physician assistant studies. Located on historic Mare Island in Vallejo, California, the northeast corner of the San Francisco Bay, , TUC is part of the Touro University System. Our mission is to serve, to lead, and to teach within a foundation of social justice, preparing students to be compassionate professionals and transformative leaders.

Position Description

The Department of Foundational Biomedical Sciences at Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for two full-time faculty positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, one open position with expertise in Pathology, and the second open position with expertise in Microbiology, or both. These faculty will contribute to an integrated, systems-based medical curriculum for osteopathic medical students (COM) and postbaccalaureate students in the Master of Science in Medical Health Sciences (MSMHS) program.

We seek individuals with a strong commitment to innovative, learner-centered medical education, scholarly excellence, and collaborative departmental service. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver foundational content that supports clinical reasoning and evidence-based patient care.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Faculty in the Department of Foundational Biomedical Sciences are expected to contribute to the tripartite mission of the University: teaching, scholarship, and service. Specific responsibilities include:

Teaching

• Develop and deliver didactic lectures and/or active learning sessions in pathology and/or microbiology within preclinical courses of an integrated curriculum.
• Participate in team-teaching and case-based learning sessions aligned with clinical correlates.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation of student assessments (NBOME-style).
• Provide academic advising and mentoring to COM and MSMHS students.
• Support student learning through scheduled office hours and feedback sessions.
• Assist with programmatic curriculum review, mapping, and accreditation documentation.
  
  

Research/Scholarly Activity

• Maintain scholarly activity through educational research, biomedical research, and dissemination of scholarship through publication in peer-reviewed journals and other formats.
• Collaborate on research initiatives and pursue intramural or extramural funding, as applicable.
• Interest in medical education scholarship or contribute to interdisciplinary research, especially in areas of microbiology or pathophysiology.
  
  

Service

• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Participate in faculty development, student recruitment, admissions interviews, and other institutional service.
• Contribute to educational innovations, student engagement, and community outreach aligned with the TUC mission.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• D., D.O., M.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant biomedical science field (e.g., microbiology, pathology, infectious disease, immunology, or pathophysiology).
• Demonstrated excellence or promise in teaching in medical or graduate biomedical science education.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity or potential for scholarly contributions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-teaching environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a medical school setting or graduate health sciences program.
• Prior teaching experience in microbiology, or pathology, or related disciplines.
• Ability to lead and develop courses.
• Familiarity with NBOME/COMLEX or USMLE-style exam formats and curricular blueprints.
• Experience using educational technologies (e.g., Canvas, ExamSoft, Lecture recording platforms).
• Interest in implementing and developing active learning methodologies.
• Interest in contributing to educational scholarship or interdisciplinary research.
  
  

Application Instructions

Interested Applicants Should Submit The Following Materials

• Cover letter describing qualifications and interest in position.
• One page letter addressing teaching experience and philosophy.
• One page letter addressing research interest and plans.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.
  
  

Optional: Student feedback from prior teaching experience if available.

Maximum Salary

USD $160,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $110,000.00/Yr.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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