The ICOM Biomedical Sciences Department is searching for a full-time, open rank, 12-month non-tenured, broadly trained biochemistry or physiologist faculty member responsible for the education of osteopathic medical students. The primary responsibilities is providing instruction, in their area of expertise, for medical students across a two-year preclinical curriculum. Additional responsibilities include working in collaboration with the Department Chair and colleagues; remaining current in professional disciplines; participating in professional societies and scholarly activities; and participating in assigned, required, and other related professional services and activities of the College. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teaching Biochemistry or Physiology to osteopathic medical students using diverse teaching methods, including traditional lectures, active learning, small group, and other creative methods of instruction.
• Advising and mentoring medical students as the move through their educational journey.
• Serving the academic mission of the College through service on strategic institutional committees, as assigned, and through extramural service in local and national professional communities.
• Advancing scholarly work, which may include: medical education research, independent scientific research, clinical or translational research and other scientific endeavors.
• Performing other job related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Student workers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (PhD, or equivalent) with strong expertise in biochemistry or physiology or closely related field.
• Excellent educational skills, including evidence of substantial teaching experience in higher education, medical education, or other health sciences in an academic setting. 
• Evidence of a growth mindset, as demonstrated by the applicant’s response to constructive feedback from colleagues and students.
• Evidence of being a dynamic team player who values collaboration, collegiality, mutual support, and team cohesion.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative biochemistry or physiology education to future physicians.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest and experience in specific areas of expertise can be discussed during the interview process. Candidates should be prepared to discuss their specific areas of domain expertise during the interview process.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an osteopathic medical education setting, or at least four years teaching in another health sciences academic setting.
• Experience using innovative evidence based teaching methods, including team-based learning, ‘flipped classroom’, problem-based learning, distance learning, interactive large group presentation, audience response systems etc.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies and familiarity with Learning Management Systems.
• Experience with instructional design and ability to align instructor objectives with the curriculum.
• Experience in educational theory, evaluation, and learning assessment.
• Proficiency in medical exam item writing (COMLEX-style and/or USMLE).
• Track record of scholarly activities (publications, presentations, grantsmanship, etc.).
• Evidence of service contribution at an academic institution (e.g., committee service, task force participation, applicant interviewing, etc.).
• Experience in academic advising and mentoring of medical students through all four years of medical school and through the residency match process.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills
• Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances 
• Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans
• Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-directed work flow
• Ability to work with different computer programs and databases
• Ability to present the COM in an appropriate and positive fashion in public meetings, testimony and public appearances

About Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

The Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) is a private medical school affiliated with Idaho State University. The mission of ICOM is to educate students to become highly competent and caring osteopathic physicians and healthcare leaders dedicated to delivering whole-person care in Idaho and other underserved communities. The College received full accreditation by the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and graduated its inaugural class in May of 2022.

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