Assistant Professor Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine

Assistant Professor of Podiatric Medicine

The Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (AZCPM) at Midwestern University invites applications for a faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidates qualifications and experience. This two-year initial appointment includes academic clinical scholarly and service responsibilities and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the education and professional development of future podiatric physicians.

Position Summary

This is a unique opportunity to serve on campus as a course director and contribute to additional courses through classroom teaching laboratory instruction small-group learning clinical skills education and student assessment. Clinical instruction will be required 2-3 days per week the clinical location may in at their local office or approved clinic or at the Midwestern University Foot and Ankle Clinic.

AZCPM is seeking a collaborative student-centered educator who is prepared to participate actively in the academic clinical admissions scholarly and service responsibilities of the College.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching and Student Development

1. Serve as course director for assigned courses within the podiatric medical curriculum.
2. Contribute to other courses through lectures laboratory instruction small-group activities clinical skills training and other teaching responsibilities.
3. Participate in competency-based examinations mock interviews and other student assessment activities.
4. Serve as a faculty mentor and support students academic and professional development.
5. Participate in College events including orientation the White Coat Ceremony and commencement.

Clinical Education

1. Provide clinical instruction and supervision for students in a clinical setting.
2. Model patient-centered care clinical reasoning professionalism and effective communication.
3. Support the Colleges efforts to provide high-quality clinical training opportunities for students treating diverse pathologies.

Research and Scholarly Activity

1. Maintain scholarly activity consistent with faculty expectations.
2. Mentor and supervise students participating in research and scholarly projects.
3. Contributes to the advancement of podiatric medical education and clinical practice through scholarly work.

Admissions and Service

• Participate actively in applicant interviews and other admissions-related activities throughout the admissions cycle.
• Serve on College and University committees as assigned which may include the Curriculum Committee Promotion and Graduation Committee and other academic or administrative committees.
• Participate in faculty development and other College and University initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine.

Required Qualifications

1. Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from a college accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
2. Completion of an approved podiatric residency training program.
3. Eligibility for podiatric medical licensure in Arizona.
4. Board certification or board-qualified status with demonstrated progress toward board certification within the applicable eligibility requirements.
5. Commitment to teaching student mentorship collaboration and service.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with laboratory small-group simulation or clinical skills instruction.
2. Experience supervising students in a clinical setting.
3. Experience with research scholarly activity or student research mentorship.
4. Demonstrated interest in admissions committee service and institutional engagement.

Application Information

Applicants should submit the following materials through the Midwestern University employment website at letter

• Curriculum vitae

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to:

Jeffrey Jensen DPM FACFAS
Dean Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
Midwestern University
19555 N. 59th Avenue
Glendale AZ 85308

Midwestern University is a private not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses one in Downers Grove Illinois and the other in Glendale Arizona. More than 6000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine dentistry pharmacy physician assistant studies physical therapy occupational therapy nurse anesthesia cardiovascular perfusion podiatry optometry clinical psychology speech language pathology biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning respect for all members of the health care team service interdisciplinary scholarly activity and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holidays sick/flex days personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan tuition reimbursement child care subsidy reimbursement program identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past current or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class in accord with all federal state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

Required Experience:

Junior IC