Histology Faculty

Touro University; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full range of Health Plans

Retirement Plan (403b) with matching contributions

Touro University Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Touro University is seeking a full-time Histology Faculty member for its College of Osteopathic Medicine in Great Falls, Montana, effective July 1, 2024. This position emphasizes teaching excellence and research success within a newly established program.

The candidate will collaborate on curriculum development, mentor students, and contribute to scholarly activities. A strong background in Histology and enthusiasm for education is essential. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D., D.O. or M.D. degree or applicable terminal degree.
• Demonstrate potential for exceptional teaching at the medical school or graduate level.
• Ability to work well with faculty team and have a passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development and delivery.
• Supervise and mentor medical students and interns.
• Serve on administrative committees of the college, addressing scholarly activities.

Skills

Exceptional teaching at the medical school level

Relevant content and clinical expertise

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Passion for teaching osteopathic principles

Education

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

Job description

Histology Faculty

Job ID: 2023-10236

College: TUNY – College of Osteopathic Medicine

Position Type: Full‑Time

Schedule Shift: Varies

Hours per Week: 36.5

Travel: As needed

Category: Faculty/Academic

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Great Falls, Montana (US-MT‑Great Falls)

Country: US

Overview

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a full‑time faculty position (open rank) in our newly established College of Osteopathic Medicine in Montana. This is an opportunity to be on the ground floor of a new endeavor for the Touro University system and the state of Montana. TouroCOM Montana is located in Great Falls, Montana, adjacent to the Rocky Mountain front and equidistant between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park.

The position is effective July 1, 2024. The successful candidate will have both educational and research experience in Histology. The University places a high priority on teaching excellence and research success with an expectation that the candidate will also be active in their professional field. TouroCOM Montana will enroll 125 students annually. Touro’s new 100,000 square‑foot state‑of‑the‑art medical school campus houses multiple classrooms, an anatomy lab, library, study rooms and simulation center. TouroCOM partners with the McLaughlin Research Institute to provide additional opportunities for faculty and student research. TouroCOM operates similar medical school campuses in Harlem, New York and Middletown, New York with each graduating approximately 135 new physicians each year.

The successful candidate will be expected to support TouroCOM Montana’s program through teaching and course administration duties and responsibilities as outlined further below. Candidates are also expected to supervise and mentor medical students and interns from the community. This search will begin immediately and will be completed when a suitable candidate is identified.

Responsibilities

The Histology faculty position specifically involves collaborating with faculty on the Harlem and Middletown campuses in the development, organization, and delivery of the curriculum presented simultaneously on all campuses. Although a commitment to excellence in teaching is the primary responsibility of the position, faculty members also serve on the administrative committees of the college and are expected to already have, or to develop scholarly activity that results in peer‑reviewed publications.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a Ph.D., D.O. or M.D. degree or applicable terminal degree. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential for exceptional teaching at the medical school or graduate level in the areas mentioned in the job responsibilities section, demonstrate potential for research, and work well with the rest of the faculty team. He or she will be a clear communicator, have relevant content and clinical expertise, have a passion for teaching osteopathic principles and techniques at the undergraduate medical education level, and have basic computer skills supporting the proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel), as well as software used to prepare written exams and learning management systems.

Benefits & Compensation

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees which includes:

• Full range of Health Plans
  • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short‑term and Long‑term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) – matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre‑tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early‑Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
  • Annual Holiday Schedule

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

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