Professor of Family Medicine (0.3 FTE)-FOR PNWU EMPLOYEES ONLY

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences•Yakima, WA

7d•$47,493 - $105,537•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is seeking an Assistant/Associate/Professor of Family Medicine for a part-time (0.3 FTE, 12 hours/week) position. This role supports the department of Family Medicine and is accountable for teaching, service, and scholarly activity objectives within the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM). The position reports directly to the Chair of Family Medicine & OPP. PNWU, a 501(c)(3) non-profit medical institution founded in 2005, aims to increase healthcare access in underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The university offers several health science degrees and enrolls over 550 students annually, with an additional 100 students through interprofessional education partnerships. The campus has 300 employees and academic programming across a five-state region. Located in Yakima, WA, PNWU is situated in a region known for agriculture and outdoor recreation.

Requirements

Doctoral Degree as recognized by United States accrediting associations, or appropriate terminal degree
Strong interest in a teaching-focused position
Excellent interpersonal, communications, and presentation skills
Proficient use of academic technologies and learning management systems
Professional experience with an exemplary record of achievement in the areas of teaching, service and scholarly activity

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a faculty member in a medical school in primary area of expertise preferred
Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent presentation skills
Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances
Ability to collaborate and generate respect and trust from faculty, staff, and students
Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans
Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct work flow
Ability to work with and manage different computer programs and databases
Ability to schedule activities and/or meetings

Responsibilities

Meeting all classes as scheduled
Assisting in the recruitment and registration of students
Reporting final grades at the designated time
Advising students
Attending student orientation and commencement exercises
Having an appropriate number of office hours
Writing course syllabi
Developing course materials
Administering exams
Performing committee assignments
Engaging in scholarly activity
Maintaining professional development
Performing community service
Maintaining licensure and certification as appropriate
May be required to maintain clinical practice as appropriate
Understands accreditation standards and expectations specific to the department and adheres to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards
Conducts self appropriately and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of PNWU
Other duties as assigned