Instructor – Pathophysiology

Location, Job Title, Benefits

Rocky Vista University in Billings, MT has an opening for a

Instructor – Pathophysiology (Full-Time)

We are looking for someone to help establish the Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine, a branch campus of Rocky Vista University.

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements.

SALARY:

$74,545 - $94,300 per year, depending on rank and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. Specifically, Faculty salary is determined by these factors as well as Faculty Rank which will be determined by the RVU Rank and Promotion committee

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.

RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Primary Purpose

Participate in teaching, service, and scholarly activities for RVU-MCOM in Billings, Montana. Teaching responsibilities will include physiology and pathophysiology.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide education in physiology and pathophysiology, mentorship, and guidance to all students at the Montana campus in a variety of settings, including the classroom, laboratory, and a simulation center.
• Participate in all methods of curriculum delivery including, but not limited to, video presentations, live in-person and virtual teaching, labs, small groups, and simulation activities.
• Maintain discipline expertise through continuing professional education.
• Provide service to the University and the greater community by serving on committees, providing leadership, participating in community outreach events and working with professional organizations or groups.
• Demonstrate adaptability, enthusiasm, and the willingness to assist the University in fulfilling its mission and vision.
• Participate in curriculum development, delivery, assessment, and modification.
• Engage in scholarly activity including mentorship of student efforts in research.
• Participate in the assessment and evaluation of students, provide feedback and remedial assistance to ensure that the students of the COM meet the standards established by the faculty and college and obtain the knowledge, skills and competency established.
• Participate in the assessment or evaluation of and provide feedback to other members of the faculty.
• Demonstrate the highest standard of professionalism and ethical behavior in all aspects of professional actions and performance. Know and model the RVU Core Values in all aspects of work on and off campus.
• Demonstrate and model an ongoing ability to work cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, support staff, and students.
• Help build a culture that respects, values, and promotes diversity within an atmosphere of access, equity, and inclusion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing inclusive excellence and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the delivery of medical education.
• Demonstrate knowledge of varied curriculum templates.
• Demonstrate ability to mentor and motivate students and peers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree (PhD, DO, MD, etc.) from an accredited institution with current Board Certification in appropriate area of specialization if applicable.
• One (1) year of academic experience teaching at a health professions school.
• Demonstrated productivity in the areas of clinical or professional service, scholarly activity, medical research, or education.
• Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
• Eligible for coverage by college’s malpractice insurer if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of academic experience as an instructor at a medical school.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in professional or educational settings.
• Demonstrations of published works of scholarly activity.

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.

Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.

Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University.

• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language;
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels;
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and /or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties;
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.;
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.

careers@rvu.edu

Salary : $74,545 - $94,300