Professor of Biomedical Sciences

Western University; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA, seeks a Professor of Biomedical Sciences for the COMP program. This 1.0 FTE faculty role combines teaching and research with an administrative appointment.

The salary range listed reflects combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities; a strong research program and curriculum leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• Education: PhD, MD, DO, or closely related credentials from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 5 years post-doctoral teaching in Biomedical Sciences at an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Research in area of expertise and secure extramural funding.
• Teach in Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology and develop curriculum.
• Participate in curricular activities and faculty development.
• Publish 1–2 peer-reviewed manuscripts per year and attend conferences.

Skills

Teaching expertise

Communication skills

Interprofessional collaboration

Organization & detail‑oriented

Humanism in health sciences

Education

PhD/MD/DO or related

Job description

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.
At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Position Title

Position Title Professor of Biomedical Sciences

Position Control Number

Position Control Number F03333

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Campus

Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location

Position Location California

Department

Department 1404-Basic Medical Sciences

Job Summary

This is a College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific ( COMP ) Faculty-level position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with an administrative appointment. Together, the faculty role of Professor of Biomedical Sciences ( PCN F03333) and the administrative role ( PCN A04051) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE ).

The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Administrative jobs section for details on the additional assignment.

Establish and maintain an active research program in the area of expertise. Responsible for teaching and expertise in one of the following areas: Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology. The faculty member will develop the subject matter and methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the educational process. Promote, by precept and example, a general atmosphere within the University of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry. The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the General Faculty. Election to the Faculty Council and election or appointment to committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities. Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the University.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Broad, current familiarity with the issues, trends, terminology, regulatory policies, and changing environment operative within the medical education and research communities.
• Extensive familiarity with processes and trends associated with higher education accreditation and with continuous quality improvement strategies in research planning.

• Teaching expertise required in medical education related to at least one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology).
• Experience collaborating with faculty and staff in curriculum development and biomedical research.

• Ability to communicate effectively to either groups or individually.
• Ability to effectively interact with people of all backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty and staff.
• Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle a multitude of responsibilities in the College environment.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• PhD, MD, DO, or closely related credentials from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Experience:

• 5 years post-doctoral experience teaching in one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology) at an accredited institution of higher learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD preferred.
• Preference will be given to those individuals possessing experience in medical school teaching and research within one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology).

Key Responsibilities

Research Activities:

• Research in the area of expertise, secure extramural funding and train/mentor students/postdocs.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Teach in one of these areas: Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology including assigned lectures and further develop curriculum.
• Participate in curricular activities including workshops, case wrap-ups, and interprofessional education if requested.
• Submit 10-15 questions per year to NBOME and attend faculty development workshops.

Key Responsibilities

Service:

• Provide service as directed by the Dean including interviewing DO students and attending seminars.
• Faculty are expected to actively engage with, support and advise their assigned students in a variety of ways throughout their medical school career including regular meetings, participation in orientation week and advising activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Publish 1-2 peer reviewed manuscripts per year and attend national/international meetings.

Posting Details Continued

Work Schedule

• 40 hours per week, usual business hours Mon-Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM.
• Some evenings and weekends may be required.

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits.

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum

Minimum $169,000.00 Annually

Maximum

Maximum $202,471.00 Annually

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the administrative duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

While performing the lab duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to grasp laboratory objects, equipment and animals (if applicable). The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, and smell. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hand and arms, climb and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to monitor the various computer screens and instruments used during the physiological processes.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Administrative duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

Lab duties are routinely performed in a typical laboratory setting. While performing duties in this setting the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold (non-weather), and risk of electric shock. The employee is regularly exposed to wet humid conditions (non-weather), moving mechanical parts, and high precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), and risk of radiation. The noise level in this setting may be loud due to the noise of ventilation system and hydraulic body hoist.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Applicant Document
• Required License/Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Applicant Document
• Required License/Certification

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Some High School/No Diploma/No GED
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Some College Coursework
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctoral/Professional Degree
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Please provide the name of the website, individual, or organization.

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