Faculty for Preclinical Sciences

Job Summary

Under the respective course director(s) and the Associate Dean, Preclinical Sciences, the successful candidate will provide instruction in the preclinical sciences, including the areas of microbiology, biochemistry, histology, embryology, and neurosciences.  The candidate will have administrative responsibilities commensurate with rank. 

Duties and Responsibilities

This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions, which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.

• Assist WCUCOM and WCU in the implementation of their respective Mission Statements, Statement(s) of Purpose, Institutional Plan(s), and Financial Plan(s)
• Complete assigned tasks and participate in assigned work groups for preparing accreditation documents for all accrediting bodies
• Work with Course Directors and Associate Deans to integrate and implement WCUCOM courses into a four-year, seamless curriculum using on-site, distance-learning, and other standard and emerging standards
• Review relevant WCUCOM curriculum in its entirety and recommend pertinent suggestions to the Course Director(s) and Associate Dean, Preclinical Sciences
• Assist in monitoring the progress of all students to ensure successful progress toward graduation and recommend disciplinary action when necessary 
• Teach in assigned courses
• Utilize course management software/distance learning technologies
• Make contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the development of osteopathic medicine through scientific research and community service
• Serve on assigned WCUCOM committees
• Assist in the interview process of prospective students
• Assist in student remediation as necessary and as recommended by the Promotion and Matriculation Committee
• Assist in the interview process for prospective incoming faculty
• Other job-related duties as assigned by the Course Director(s); Associate Dean, Preclinical Sciences; and WCUCOM Dean

Required Qualifications

• Have a terminal degree (PhD, DO, MD), or equivalent
• Have academic experience in microbiology, histology, embryology, neuroscience, and/or neuroanatomy 
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Have experience with Microsoft Office Suite products  
• Be able to complete multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and research in a COCA-accredited osteopathic medical school or college
• Experience in more than one preclinical (biomedical/preclinical/basic science) discipline
• Experience in course development and curriculum integration

Physical Demands

• Possess the mobility to work in a standard classroom and/or office setting
• Have the vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
• The ability to sit for extended periods of time