Faculty Biomedical - The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine.  Educating the next generation of physicians. 

The mission of Meritus Health, Inc. is to improve the health of our community. With the establishment of the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM), we are proud to take a significant step forward in achieving this goal by educating the next generation of physicians who are professionally accomplished, socially responsible, and community oriented.

MSOM will be the first new medical school in Maryland in over a century.

Located on the campus of Meritus Health in Hagerstown, Maryland, MSOM will be part of Western Maryland’s largest healthcare provider, which serves over 200,000 residents across the tri-state area. This strategic location will provide students with direct access to a robust healthcare environment for both education and clinical training.

The inaugural class, the Class of 2029, will begin in July 2025, marking the start of an exciting new chapter in medical education in Maryland. The first cohort will consist of 90 medical students, with future classes expected to grow to 180 students. MSOM’s state-of-the-art facility, the D.M. Bowman Academic Hall, is a 200,000-square-foot, five-story building designed to foster a dynamic learning environment. The building will feature cutting-edge simulation centers, labs, classrooms, and a conference center with the capacity to host up to 1,000 people.

Adjacent to the academic building, Meritus Commons will provide on-campus housing with 340 one- and two-bedroom apartments. The complex will include amenities such as a clubhouse, communal areas, and a dog park. The first 90 units will be ready in time for the arrival of the first class in 2025.

This initiative is not only a response to the growing national shortage of healthcare professionals, but it is also expected to have a significant economic impact. Between 2025 and 2030, the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is projected to generate over $750 million in economic activity by 2030. 

Through MSOM, Meritus Health is proud to play a leading role in shaping the future of healthcare and medical education, fostering a new generation of physicians who will serve the evolving needs of our community and beyond.

Experience in one or more Biomedical Science Disciplines:

Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Genetics and Cell biology, Histology/Embryology/ Histopathology, Immunology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pathology, Pharmacology, Public health and Statistics, and Behavioral Sciences

Summary: A faculty position for the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine requires a commitment to excellence in training the physician of the future.

General Duties and Responsibility:

• Faculty will be expected to engage in team teaching, curriculum development & delivery, mentorship & advising, test question review /test question banks, research & scholarly activities, and other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education.
• Faculty will review and adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards and to serve on college committees as assigned.
• Faculty will be required to work with the students in research, interprofessional education, and the classroom as assigned.
• Faculty will be required to submit a current yearly CV that lists the works published, research, teaching, mentoring and committee work and expected to publish a minimum of one manuscript per year.
• Faculty may be asked to serve as a student club advisor.
• Participate in the faculty council and faculty development activities.
• Faculty will be required to attend ceremonies such as White Coat Ceremony, in-service meetings, graduation, student outreach, and other meetings and events unless excused by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education.
• Skillful at organizing complex scientific subject matter expertise and experience in designing comprehensible biomedical science material.
• Faculty will be creating prework materials, recordings, iRAT/tRAT assessment items, and application and case exercises.
• Develops goals, course learning outcomes, and session learning objectives for each lecture, laboratory or team-based learning presentation.
• Experience in interviewing prospective students and learner assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators and other health professionals.
• 60% of the time allotted to teaching, course design, course directing & assessment, 20% to service & medical student advising, and 20% to research & scholarly activities.

Experience and Education:

• A Ph.D. from an accredited university or MD/DO is required.
• Experience in teaching osteopathic or allopathic medical students is highly preferred.
• Experience teaching in a medical school for 2 years or more is required.
• Experience teaching team-based learning (TBL) teaching method and other active learning modalities, course directorship and grade submission using various platforms is required.
• Ability to contribute to the teaching load of the department.
• Knowledge of the validity of test question metrics and writing NBOME/NBME style exam items is highly preferred.
• Experience in curriculum mapping and assessment is preferred.
• Experience working with accreditation standards is preferred.
• Experience in advising students for the board-preparation is preferred.
• Experience in using educational software, LMS, Microsoft, and other professional resources.

Salary range: $150,000-$180,000

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Strength Through Diversity
Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.
Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.

Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Salary : $150,000 - $180,000