Assistant Professor of SIMS

Rocky Vista University•Englewood, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Vista University (RVU) in Englewood, Colorado, is hiring a part-time Assistant Professor of SIMS at 0.6 FTE. The role participates in teaching, service, scholarly activities, and appropriate administrative work in the Office of SIMS. The position includes educating and mentoring medical and other health-professions learners, contributing to simulation courses and curriculum, evaluating learners and faculty, and supporting the university’s mission through service and professional development. The salary range is $84,109–$132,725 per year, depending on experience and rank. Salary placement considers factors including skills, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials; the RVU Rank and Promotions Committee determines the finalist’s rank. Applications are accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received by October 30, 2026. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements through the RVU Careers page. RVU describes itself as a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university and an equal opportunity employer. Final applicants must pass a background check and drug screening. An additional video interview may be required.

Requirements

Terminal DO or MD degree from an accredited institution and current board certification in an appropriate area of specialization.
Academic and teaching experience at a medical school or in a Graduate Medical Education program.
More than three years of academic or clinical teaching experience.
Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
Eligibility for a medical license and all required certificates in Colorado.
Eligibility for coverage by the university’s malpractice insurer, if applicable.
Knowledge and skill in delivering medical education.
Knowledge of varied curriculum templates.
Ability to mentor and motivate students and peers.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff.
Ability to transport oneself to other campus offices and, occasionally, off-campus sites for meetings and events.

Nice To Haves

Academic and teaching experience at a medical school or college of osteopathic medicine.
Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience in clinical, professional, or educational settings.
Healthcare simulation experience.

Responsibilities

Teach and educate medical students, health-care professional students, residents, and other learners in classroom, remote, clinical, simulation, laboratory, and research settings.
Mentor and motivate learners in their education, research, and scholarly activity.
Maintain scheduled office hours for student advising, tutoring, remediation, and consultation.
Provide service to the university and students, including leadership, mentorship, community outreach, and participation in professional organizations or groups as assigned.
Participate in simulation courses and curriculum development, assessment, and modification as part of the university’s quality-improvement and assessment program.
Assess and evaluate students and residents, provide feedback and remedial assistance, and help ensure learners meet established knowledge, skills, and competency standards.
Participate in the assessment and evaluation of faculty and provide feedback as part of the university’s quality-improvement and assessment program.
Maintain a personal and professional development plan and portfolio documenting teaching, development activities, service, scholarly activity, and research.
Demonstrate professionalism, ethical behavior, and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and support staff.
Support the university and college mission through teaching, academic administrative duties such as course or system coordination, community service, and special assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Provost, or designee.