Assistant Professor- IL- Pathology

ILOTA Community Outreach Committee; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness facility on-site

Job summary

The ILOTA Community Outreach Committee in Downers Grove seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology. This tenure-track position requires a terminal degree and a strong background in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology. The candidate will teach in various programs and is expected to develop their own research program while mentoring students involved in laboratory research.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a focus on work-life balance and wellness on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of postdoctoral experience required.
• Extensive background in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, and Molecular Biology.
• Candidate must develop their own research program.

Responsibilities

• Teach in osteopathic medical, optometry, dental, and precision medicine programs.
• Develop own research program.
• Mentor students in laboratory research.

Skills

Strong teaching skills

Mentorship skills

Research background

Education

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

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Pathology in the College of Graduate Studies, Midwestern University, Downers Grove Campus oers a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applicants should minimally hold a D.O., M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent terminal degree with an extensive background in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology/ Laboratory Medicine and Molecular Biology. A minimum two years of postdoctoral experience is required. A strong research background is required, and the candidate is expected to develop their own research program. The ideal candidate will have strong teaching skills as well as strong mentorship skills for students involved in laboratory research. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching in one or more of the following programs: osteopathic medical, optometry, dental, and precision medicine. Additional teaching responsibilities may arise in accordance with the needs of the programs at Midwestern University.

Application Information

If you would like to learn more about this position, please submit your application through Midwestern University’s online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.