Chief, Osteopathic Principles & Practice

NCOM (Applicant Status - Seeking Accreditation); Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Caregiver support

EAP

Commuter benefits

Adoption assistance

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

A community-centered medical school is seeking a Chief of Osteopathic Principles & Practice to lead an innovative curriculum and mentor faculty. The role requires a DO degree or MD with OMM equivalency along with five years of academic medicine experience. Candidates will engage in curriculum development, faculty support, and research. The position is based in Schaumburg, Illinois, offering a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a significant impact on medical education and community care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in academic medicine, preferably in osteopathic education.
• Expertise in accreditation standards and integration of OPP/OMM across a four-year medical curriculum.
• Demonstrated excellence in modern instructional methods.
• Proven research and scholarly activity.
• Proven research and scholarly activity with experience supporting academic development and evidence-based education.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with flexibility to navigate dynamic environments and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the four-year OPP/OMM curriculum.
• Mentor, recruit, and support faculty.
• Engage in research and academic mentorship.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional strategic planning.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional strategic planning, budget oversight, and community/professional outreach to advance NCOM’s mission.

Skills

Curriculum design

Leadership in academic medicine

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Flexibility

Education

DO degree or MD with OMM equivalency

Job description

Chief, Osteopathic Principles & Practice

At the heart of every exceptional physician is a transformative clinical education. The Niazee College of Osteopathic Medicine – NCOM is seeking an innovative Chief of Osteopathic Principles & Practice (OPP) to lead the development and delivery of a clinically integrated, student-centered OPP/OMM curriculum. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to mentor faculty, advance scholarly activity, and ensure that every student graduates prepared to provide compassionate, evidence-informed, whole-person care rooted in osteopathic principles.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection - voluntary employee-paid STD and LTD. Voluntary employee paid life and AD&D.
• Flexible financial options: Flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, sick pay, EAP, wellbeing resources, caregiver support, Commuter Benefits, Adoption assistance, and Health Care Support Program.

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

To succeed as the Chief of Osteopathic Principles & Practice, you should have:

• DO degree required (or MD with OMM equivalency) with AOA or ABMS board certification and maintenance of certification.
• Minimum of five years of experience in academic medicine, preferably in osteopathic education, with prior leadership or administrative experience.
• Expertise in curriculum design, assessment, accreditation standards, and integration of OPP/OMM across a four-year medical curriculum.
• Demonstrated excellence in modern instructional methods, including TBL, PBL, and flipped learning, with the ability to mentor faculty and students.
• Proven research and scholarly activity with experience supporting academic development and evidence-based education.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with flexibility to navigate dynamic environments and willingness to travel as needed.

Your responsibilities as the Chief of Osteopathic Principles & Practice will include:

• Lead the development, integration, and delivery of the four-year OPP/OMM curriculum, ensuring high-quality, clinically relevant, and student-centered instruction.
• Mentor, recruit, and support faculty, promoting ongoing professional development, scholarship, and teaching excellence.
• Oversee student assessment, course evaluation, and COMLEX preparation while serving as a role model for students, residents, and faculty.
• Engage in research, scholarly activity, and academic mentorship, fostering evidence-based practice and innovation in osteopathic education.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional strategic planning, budget oversight, and community/professional outreach to advance NCOM’s mission.

About Us

At the Niazee College of Osteopathic Medicine (NCOM), we’re building a transformational, community-centered medical school grounded in osteopathic principles and whole-person care. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution currently seeking accreditation from the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), our mission is to educate and inspire compassionate, culturally competent physicians who are equipped to serve diverse communities with integrity and excellence. We value compassion, professionalism, community representation, structural competency, and innovation in both clinical care and research. Join us as we pioneer a new model of medical education focused on patient-first care, academic excellence, and meaningful community impact.

Lead the Future of Osteopathic Principles & Practice

Join NCOM as Section Chief of OPP and shape an innovative, integrated curriculum while mentoring the next generation of osteopathic physicians. Apply now to inspire faculty, advance scholarship, and make a lasting impact on student success and patient care.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.