Faculty for Preclinical Sciences

WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY•Hattiesburg, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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