Faculty Pathology & Histopathology - 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.

Position: Pathology/Histopathology Faculty

Reports To: Chair of Biomedical Sciences, MSOM

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

General Job Function/Purpose

Contribute to the mission of Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM) and educate medical students in the area of Pathology/Histopathology

General Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a list of academic responsibilities that are required as a full-time member of the Department of Biomedical Sciences.  This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences.

• Serve as a content expert in area of expertise
• Work collaboratively with other faculty in the areas of team-teaching and curriculum development & delivery
• Prepare educational tools (AV, demonstration models, interactive lectures, team-based learning lesson plans, as well as goals, course learning outcomes, and session learning objectives for student learning sessions)
• Generate board-style formative and summative questions in the area of expertise
• Provide mentorship & advising to students
• Be willing to serve as a student club advisor
• Work with students in research, interprofessional education, and the classroom as assigned.
• Serve on departmental and institutional committees as assigned or elected
• Interview prospective student candidates for MSOM
• Participate in faculty council and faculty development activities
• Submit annually a current CV that lists published works, research, teaching, mentoring and committee work with the expectation to publish at least one manuscript per year
• Participate in scientific, educational, community-based, or other types of research or other relevant scholarly activity
• Attend ceremonies such as White Coat Ceremony, in-service meetings, graduation, student outreach, and other meetings and events unless excused by the Chair of the Department of Biomedical Science, Associate Dean of Preclinical Education, or Dean of the School
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair of Biomedical Sciences Department and/or the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education and or Dean of the School
• Approximate allocation of various duties: 60% teaching, course design, course directing & assessment, 20% service & medical student advising, and 20% research & scholarly activities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Ability to organize complex scientific subject matter in area of expertise and experience for designing comprehensible biomedical science material
• Ability to maintain student and patient privacy (i.e FERPA, HIPAA, etc.), as well as confidentiality of work-related information and materials
• Complete annual employee training as required by MSOM policy
• Strong communication skills, as well as computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite such as Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Excellent organizational skills for prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands
• Willingness to be trained on Canvas, the current learning management system (LMS), exam software (ExamSoft), and other technologies as required
• Ability to establish and maintain a productive work schedule in accordance with school’s hours of operation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships by working cooperatively with others and exercising tact and diplomacy
• Ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful manner
• Flexibility with respect to performance of other duties as needed/assigned for the school
• Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards

Experience and Education:

• Required
• Terminal degree (PhD, DSc, MD, or DO) from an accredited university is required
• Experience in using educational software, LMS, Microsoft, and other professional resources
• Willingness to contribute to the teaching load of the department

• Preferred
• Experience in teaching osteopathic or allopathic medical students
• Experience with team-based learning (TBL) teaching method and other active learning modalities
• Experience serving as a course director accompanied by grade submission using various platforms
• Knowledge of the validity of test question metrics and writing NBOME/NBME style exam items
• Experience in curriculum mapping and assessment
• Experience in advising students for board-preparation

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