Chair of Clinical Sciences

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine•Provo, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Noorda-COM seeks an accomplished physician-educator and collaborative leader to serve as Chair of Clinical Sciences . This faculty leadership role directs and supports the Clinical Sciences faculty while strengthening student relationships and academic achievement in the pre-clinical years . The Chair advances departmental and College priorities through teaching, scholarship, and institutional service, building partnerships across Clinical Affairs, Academic Affairs, Academic Success, and Student Affairs.

Requirements

DO/MD (terminal degree) in requisite area of expertise
Board certified (AOA or ABMS)
Subject matter expertise relevant to department focus
Teaching experience with medical students or residents with progressive leadership experience
Influential, confident leader with strong communication and decision-making skills
Self-directed, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality

Responsibilities

Leadership & Administration: Align departmental vision and goals with College strategy; develop departmental goals, annual budgets, and faculty workload plans with the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs; foster effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Curriculum Oversight: Serve as course director for pre-clinical CEPA courses; partner with the Chair of Osteopathic Principles and Practice to coordinate CEPA curriculum development, delivery, and continuous quality improvement; support competency-based education, entrustable professional activities, and longitudinal assessment strategies.
Faculty & Student Engagement: Supervise, mentor, and develop faculty; recruit and support faculty appointments and development aligned with COCA standards; advise and mentor students in scholarship and community initiatives; engage in teaching and (as applicable) direct patient care.
Accreditation & Quality: Contribute to accreditation reporting and CQI initiatives; ensure integration of clinical skills practice and OMT skills with Osteopathic Principles and Practices.
Service: Promote community outreach and a culture of service and osteopathic identity (e.g., Volunteer Care Clinic, Kaufusi’s Keiki’s, United Way activities).