Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Faculty
“Para la gente, y el futuro! For the people, and the future!”
Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award two-time recipient from INSIGHT into Diversity (2022,2023)
The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine in Las Cruces, New Mexico seeks applications from qualified physicians (DO or MD) of any academic rank for the position of Faculty, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM). A U.S. medical license and Board certification or eligibility in NMM/OMM or equivalent, or any specialty with “+OMT” are required. Previous academic experience is a plus, but not required. Faculty development in all areas of responsibility will be provided.
The candidate must have a desire to join a collaborative teaching team working to help train the next generation of compassionate and competent osteopathic physicians, in an integrated curriculum environment, with a focus toward practical applications in clinical care, and caring for the underserved. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability.
This position's start date is August 5, 2024 (negotiable).
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing and giving lecture and laboratory presentations in electronic and live format
- Skills training in the OMM laboratory
- Facilitating small group learning, medical simulation, and clinical as feasible
- Item writing and ongoing quality improvement for written examinations
- Preparation for and assessment of students in practical examinations
- Assisting in the ongoing development and quality of curricula
- Active participation in scholarship and scholarly activity
- Participation in faculty development and CME in areas of responsibility
- Interviewing candidates for the osteopathic medicine degree program
- Serving on college committees as assigned
- Effectively communicating through verbal, electronic, and written formats
- Constructively approaching conflict resolution among team members
- Helping build a climate of creativity, collaboration, inquiry, and diversity
- Following policies, procedures, and practices consistent with the vision and mission of the College
- Other duties as assigned by Chair of OMM
The position includes competitive salary, benefits, and a full-time faculty appointment at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted electronically via the Burrell College Employment Opportunities website. Please include: Letter of interest and Curriculum Vitae in a single PDF file, and upload in the CV section of the online application.
https://burrell.edu/administrative-services/human-resources/work-opportunities/
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our faculty and staff as an important aspect of the educational process. Burrell College encourages individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences to apply.
About Las Cruces, NM:
Las Cruces is the second largest city in New Mexico and is located in the southern part of the state at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25. Less than an hour from El Paso, Las Cruces is the mid-point between San Diego, CA and Dallas, TX. Las Cruces is in the Chihuahuan Desert, in the heart of the fertile Mesilla Valley, between the majestic Organ Mountains and the illustrious Rio Grande – the lands and waters that sustain us. Boasting an average of 320 days of sunshine per year and situated at an elevation of 3,900 feet above sea level, Las Cruces is an ideal year-round destination, home to a rich culture and history, vibrant art and music scene, ideal weather for an abundance of outdoor activities, and authentic cuisine made from recipes passed down through the generations.