Posted in Education 18 days ago.
Summary:
The Chair of the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices (Chair) at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) will provide leadership and vision to the department and institution with osteopathic medical education and the recruitment of new faculty. The Chair is responsible for the effective management of the department's academic, administrative and budgetary responsibilities. The Chair will provide leadership for the faculty as they deliver the curriculum and will work to assure faculty excellence through recruitment, faculty development, and evaluation of faculty for recommendation for promotion and tenure to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean. The Chair will also participate in the curricular duties of the OPP faculty in training/teaching all four years of osteopathic medical students. Academic responsibilities may include preparing and delivering lectures, instruction in OPP labs, development of test questions, and small-group activities. OMM clinical practice occurs at the Robert C. Byrd Clinic adjacent to the school campus and may include precepting OMM rotation students and ONMM resident clinic. Research or scholarly activity opportunities are available.
Reports to:
The Osteopathic Principles and Practices (OPP) Department Chair reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Education and Experience
Position
This is a full-time administrative position with faculty appointment. This position is exempt from FLSA regulations concerning overtime. There is an excellent state benefits package including relocation. Salary and faculty rank is commensurate with education and experience. Not all activities of this position occur within the confines of an 8:00-4:30 schedule and may require evening and weekend scheduling as needed. The weekly schedule for this position will be established between the supervisor and the employee and approved given the needs of the department and the institution. This position is not eligible for telework and must be in-person on the WVSOM Campus.
This position has been designated as Essential. This means that when WVSOM is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover and continue operations at WVSOM.
Application
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online at http://www.wvsom.edu/employment. Applications are considered confidential. The search committee will begin its review of applications upon receipt. Final candidates are subject to employment and credential verification, reference and background checks. For additional information contact: Leslie Bicksler, Vice President of Human Resources at lbicksler@osteo.wvsom.edu or 304/647-6279.
WVSOM Community
Recognized as a "Great College to Work For" by The Chronicle of Higher Education, WVSOM is a freestanding medical school nestled in the Allegheny Mountains. Located in "America's Coolest Small Town," WVSOM is just minutes from the famed Greenbrier Resort, a AAA Five Diamond hotel and spa. WVSOM brings over 50 years of history serving the health and wellness needs of the Greenbrier Valley, the state of West Virginia and beyond. The school's small-town, rural community cherishes its connection with the college, and our students are engaged in service outreach and support for more than 40 nonprofit organizations in the area. This one-of-a-kind environment brings together farmers and artists, loggers and world-renowned musicians, holistic physicians and thrill-seeking whitewater rafters in a diverse melting pot that is truly unique.
The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to enhancing diversity among its faculty and staff.
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