Teaching Postdoctoral Fellow Pathology - Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid Time Off

401k

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Shift differential for evening/night

Shift differential for weekend

Job summary

Meritus Health's Department of Biomedical Sciences invites applications for a Teaching Post-Doctoral Fellow in Pathology at Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Hagerstown, MD. This role targets recent PhD graduates (ABD) in Pathology or related fields seeking academic teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship.

You will gain experience in lectures, assessment design, and learner support, contributing to curriculum quality and medical education scholarship.

Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in Pathology or closely related biomedical science field by start date.
• Genuine interest in teaching and student engagement.
• Strong foundation in general pathology, disease mechanisms, and biomedical sciences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Commitment to inclusive, learner-centered education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures using interactive formats in general pathology and related topics.
• Assist with course preparation, including slides and learning objectives.
• Write and review examination questions.
• Participate in office hours and academic student support.
• Mentor students in understanding core pathology concepts.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality improvement.
• Participate in departmental meetings and teaching evaluations.
• Engage in scholarship related to medical education when appropriate.

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Teaching

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Education

PhD or ABD in Pathology

DVM degree considered

Job description

Teaching Postdoctoral Fellow Pathology - Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

Job Category: Medical School

Requisition Number: TEACH015242

• Posted : August 11, 2026
• Full-Time

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Bowman Academic Hall
11120 Health Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $60,000 USD to $85,000 USD The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

Position Summary

The Department of Biomedical Sciences seeks a highly motivated Teaching Post-Doctoral Fellow to support education of osteopathic medical students in the area of pathology within an established medical school curriculum. This position is designed for recent or soon-to-complete (ABD) PhD graduates in Pathology or closely related disciplines who are interested in academic teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship.

The fellow will gain structured experience in classroom teaching, assessment development, and learner support while contributing to the department’s educational mission. This role is ideal for candidates preparing for careers in academic medicine, biomedical education, or science teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, using interactive formats, in general pathology and related topics.
• Assist with course preparation, including development of slides, learning objectives, and other teaching materials.
• Write and review examination questions.
• Participate in office hours, and academic support for students.
• Mentor students in understanding core pathology concepts and scientific reasoning.
• Contribute to curriculum development and educational quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in departmental meetings, faculty development activities, and teaching evaluations.
• Engage in scholarship related to medical education, pedagogy, or pathology education when appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in Pathology or a closely related biomedical science field by the start date. DVM degree also considered.
• Genuine interest in teaching and student engagement.
• Strong foundation in general pathology, disease mechanisms, and biomedical sciences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Commitment to inclusive, learner-centered education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience as a graduate instructor, teaching assistant, tutor, or guest lecturer.
• Experience with curriculum development, instructional design, or educational assessment.
• Familiarity with medical or health professions education.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as evaluations, awards, or teaching portfolio materials.
• Interest in educational research or scholarship of teaching and learning.

Professional Development

The Teaching Post-Doctoral Fellow will receive mentorship and structured opportunities to build a portfolio in higher education teaching, assessment, and educational leadership. The fellow may also have opportunities to observe experienced educators, co-teach with faculty, and present at teaching conferences or education-focused seminars.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter describing teaching interests and career goals.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Summary of research interests
• Graduate transcripts, if requested.
• Contact information for three references.
• Optional teaching portfolio, if available.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and institutional policy. Additional support may include access to faculty development programming, teaching resources, and opportunities for academic networking.

Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

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