Assistant/Associate Dean for Osteopathic Integration

Osteopathic Faculty PositionReporting to the Dean for College of Osteopathic Medicine, this role is to ensure the integration of Osteopathic Principles and Practices (OPP) and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) into the curricular efforts of the College, the advancement of OMM and OPP into the professional and public communities supported and engaged with the College. The individual will also support and or provide instruction specifically in OMM/NMM and integrate Osteopathy throughout the curriculum.Specific ResponsibilitiesTeaching (30%)Works with Department Chair to integrate and implement KansasCOM courses into a four-year, seamless curriculum using onsite, distance-learning, local adjunct faculty and other standard and emerging pedagogiesReview relevant KansasCOM curriculum to ensure the inclusion of OPP and OMM in its entirety and recommend pertinent changes and standards to the Dean as well as to Course Directors and Department Chair.Assists in monitoring the progress of all students to ensure successful opportunities exist for the inclusion and education of OPP and OMM principles that allow competency in the professional and foster progress toward graduation.Teaches in assigned coursesDevelop and deliver presentations to advance OMM/OPP to residents, physicians and the public to advance knowledge and competency of OMM in the public and professional domains.Serves as a student mentor as assignedAdministration (60%)Responsible for integration of OMM/OPP throughout the curriculum, with an emphasis on opportunities for inclusion in clinical and GME or CME programs of the COM.Responsible for faculty recruitment, education, evaluations and professional development to support the inclusion of OMM/OPP.Participate in the administrative functions of the COM: policy evaluation and development, student advising, student and faculty recruitment and interviewing, peer review of faculty, committees as assigned, support accreditation functions for the COM, preparation and oversight of budget for the department, et. Al.To participate in community relations efforts to extend and enhance the visibility and reputation of the Department, KansasCOM, and KHSCPerform other related duties, as assignedResearch and Scholarly Activity (10%)Promote student research and scholarly activity with an emphasis on research engaging OMM/OPPMake contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the development of osteopathic medicine through scientific researchQualificationsBoard Eligible/Certified DO or MD with appropriate training and skillsClinical experience practicing OMT within their specialtyGraduate of an accredited College of Osteopathic Medicine or LCMECurricular and teaching experience, in formal and informal instruction, and learner supervision and evaluationHave excellent verbal and written communication skillsBe detailed oriented and have excellent interpersonal skillsHave expertise with Microsoft Office Suite products and the desire and ability to learn course management software/distance learning technologiesBe able to complete multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgmentPlease provide examples of accomplishments, skills, and publicationsPreferred QualificationsBoard Certification/Board Eligibility through the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (AOBNMM) or dual certification in a primary specialty and NMM/OMM is desiredBoard Certified ONMM, NMM-OMM or C-SPOMExperience as an instructor or course director of an OMM/OPP department or courseExperience in teaching and/or research in a COCA-accredited osteopathic medical school or collegeExperience or knowledge concerning GEM encompassing OMM/OPPExperience or knowledge concerning the development and delivery of CME encompassing OMM/OPPExperience in more than one clinical and/or preclinical disciplineExperience in course development and curriculum integration at the predoctoral levelKey CompetenciesLeadership abilities in influencing and shaping performanceStrong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm to contribute to organizational growth and developmentStrong knowledge base in medical education assessmentStrong team & people management skillsFamiliarity with AOA COCA requirementsStrong, effective, and diplomatic oral and written communication skillsExcellent public speaking skillsExcellent service skills relevant to supervisor, peers, direct reports, medical students, and facultyExperience with medical school accreditation and reportingThe essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.It is the policy of Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) not to discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. KHSU-KansasCOM is committed to complying with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunities. KHSU-KansasCOM strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.Kansas Health Science University offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.Kansas Health Science University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.