College of Osteopathic Medicine – Basic Sciences Faculty in Anatomy

Summary:

D’Youville University’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) seeking accreditation in Buffalo, NY, invites applications for a Founding Faculty in Anatomy. The Faculty in Anatomy will be responsible for instruction in Anatomy to osteopathic medical students, and compliance with the policies and requirements of the Division. They will work closely with other faculties and the Associate Deans of Preclinical and Clinical Education. The Faculty in Anatomy will participate primarily in teaching osteopathic medical students, in research, and scholarly activities, and in rendering services to the university and the greater Buffalo community.

Classes will be an eclectic mix of didactic learning, self-directed learning, and small group activities. The state-of-the-art facilities on campus have substantial spaces dedicated to Anatomy practical sessions including cadaveric dissection labs and technologically advanced instructional aids like plasticized models and Anatomage tables. There will be available lecture halls with the latest technology where lectures will be delivered, and several classrooms where seminars and small group learning sessions will be conducted.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the Chair of Anatomy and the Associate Deans in developing and finalizing the curricula for Anatomy, Neuroanatomy, Histology, and Embryology as part of Preclinical Education in the first two years of medical school.
• Participates in and supervises as necessary the delivery of the course curriculum in Anatomy; ensures excellence in instructing osteopathic medical students.
• Participates in research and other scholarly activities; research publications and presentations including strongly encouraging and facilitating students' participation.
• Mentors and advises students both in groups and individually; besides the preclinical years, continues instruction in all four years of the medical curriculum, as required
• Continuously works for student improvement, helps prepare students for the COMLEX exams, and contributes to laying a strong foundation for osteopathic medical education.
• Participates in the assessment and evaluation of students and helps to offer remedial intervention for students who may need it.
• Collaborates with faculties in other departments and research faculties in the proposed medical school and the university at large.
• Participates in acquiring, setting up, and maintaining all instructional materials needed in the anatomy department.
• Participates in the institution’s committees to enhance academics in the COM as instructed by the Dean.
• Follows all safety and departmental protocols and is up to date with training requirements.
• Would act as a role model for the osteopathic medical students, other faculties, the university, and the entire community.
• Provides service to the COM, the university, and the greater community

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• DO or MD; PhD in Anatomical Sciences or a related specialty may be considered if the candidate has significant experience in teaching medical students and research/scholarly activity
• At least 3 years of experience in teaching Anatomy in large and small-group settings to osteopathic medical students or other professional or postgraduate students
• Experience and comfort in preparing and maintaining Anatomy instructional materials

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and comfort in teaching Neuroanatomy, Histology, and/or Embryology
• Experience in teaching/reviewing Anatomy materials specific to Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM)/Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP)
• Experience and eagerness in research and scholarly activity; developing research projects involving students
• Publications in notable scientific journals and other scholarly activities
• Experience and comfort in teaching clinical aspects of some specialties in the first two years of medical school

Work Remotely - No

Work Location: Buffalo, NY

Desired Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time, Administrative Exempt

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

About D'Youville University: 

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