College of Osteopathic Medicine - Biomedical Science Faculty

Job description

Location : Indiana, PA 15701

Job Type: Full Time and Regular

Job Number: 02594

Division: Academic Affairs

Opening Date: 09/18/2026

Closing Date: 10/19/ :59 PM Eastern

Reference Number: COM

Nestled in the scenic foothills of western Pennsylvania, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) offers more than a place to work-it offers a vibrant campus community where innovation, collaboration, and natural beauty come together. Our picturesque campus features tree-lined walkways, historic architecture, and welcoming green spaces that create an inspiring environment for learning, working, and connecting.

At IUP, employees are part of a supportive and engaged community dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Located in the charming college town of Indiana, Pennsylvania-just over an hour from Pittsburgh-our campus combines small-town warmth with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of a major metropolitan area.

Whether enjoying a walk across the Oak Grove, collaborating with colleagues in dynamic academic spaces, or engaging in the many cultural and community events hosted throughout the year, IUP offers an exceptional place to build a career and make a difference.

Position Summary & Description

Position Summary & Description

The IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine (IUPCOM) invites applicants for several inaugural full-time, tenure track and part-time nontenure track Biomedical Sciences faculty teaching positions beginning in the Fall of 2026. These roles offer a distinctive opportunity to contribute to the College's development by helping to shape a forward-thinking and rurally-focused medical education program grounded in interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, and academic excellence with early clinical experiences. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong and engaged commitment to medical education and play an integral role in delivering an innovative, integrated, systems-based curriculum that prioritizes active learning, clinical relevance, and interprofessional collaboration. IUP is officially classified as an R2 doctoral university institution and the College offers generous start-up financial support, research laboratory space and equipment, and other internal resources/support for scholarly pursuits.

The faculty, working closely with the IUPCOM Dean's Office, will provide support for the organization, development, operationalization, and assessment of the clinically-oriented biomedical science aspects of the four-year educational curricular continuum.

Biomedical Sciences Faculty Sought

We are seeking multiple full-time, tenure track and part-time nontenure track faculty members at the Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. Note: these roles are curriculum development focused until students matriculate in the fall of 2027, which will then transition into teaching-focus with continued curriculum development. These positions include but not limited to the following disciplines/roles:

Anatomy (gross anatomy and histology) Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, deliver lectures, lab instruction (cadaveric dissection, prosection, VR and imaging-based anatomy); facilitate small-group, team-based, or case-based learning sessions; direct or co-direct anatomy courses, manage lab operations, cadaver procurement, and safety; integrate clinical correlations and osteopathic principles (OMM relevance to anatomy); develop practical exams and written assessments

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach foundational biochemical pathways, molecular genetics, and metabolism in systems-based curricula; align basic science content with clinical relevance (e.g., disease mechanisms, diagnostics); collaborate with pharmacology, pathology, and clinical faculty in integrated blocks

Microbiology & Immunology Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach infectious diseases, host-pathogen interactions, and immune system function; emphasize diagnostic reasoning, antimicrobial mechanisms, and immunologic disorders; work with infectious disease faculty on integrated teaching sessions

Pathology Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach general and systemic pathology, often as a bridge between the foundational biomedical and clinical sciences; lead problem-based learning, case-based discussions, and clinico-pathologic correlations; create clinically oriented exam items reflecting disease mechanisms; work closely with practicing pathologists or clinicians for applied teaching

Pharmacology/Pharmacogenomics Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics/dynamics, and therapeutics; link drug therapy to disease states in systems-based courses; collaborate with physiology and pathology faculty toward knowledge integration; develop active-learning modules (e.g., prescribing simulations, case scenarios, etc.)

Physiology Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach normal function across organ systems (cardio, renal, respiratory, etc.); connect physiology to pathophysiology, pharmacology, and clinical medicine; lead integration experiences in small groups, case-based sessions, and simulation exercises; sequence content to support spiral/integrated curriculum models

Duties - These roles are curriculum development focused until students matriculate in the fall of 2027, which will then transition into teaching-focus with continued curriculum development. Collaborate in curriculum development, design, and upon student matriculation, delivery of the biomedical sciences discipline of the entirety of the curriculum with emphasis on clinically-oriented vertical and horizontal integration across foundational and systems-based courses

Contribute to the design and implementation of course and system-level curricular objectives aligned with programmatic outcomes

Develop curriculum and once students matriculate, teach and facilitate in face-to-face classroom instruction, active learning sessions, case-based discussions, and laboratory settings, including anatomy and related biomedical sciences, as appropriate to expertise

Contribute to clinically relevant biomedical science content in clinical clerkship syllabi in Years 3-4, as appropriate

Participate in curriculum delivery, assessment, and continuous quality improvement activities as part of the COM's ongoing assessment program

Develop board-style questions aligned with COMLEX competencies

Engage in scholarly activity, research, curricular innovation, and professional service (University, community, state, national, and international) consistent with expectations for tenure and promotion, with an emphasis on osteopathic principles and practice

Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, professional development, and career planning

Participate in faculty development activities and contribute to the educational mission of the College

Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and collegiality in all academic and institutional responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University, biomedical sciences curriculum, and COM mission

Position Qualifications Terminal degree (e.g., PhD, DO, MD, EdD, or PharmD) or eligible, or master's with teaching experience for all positions, must have terminal degree (e.g., PhD, DO, MD, EdD, or PharmD) for tenure-track roles and to be considered for rank of Assistant Professor or higher.

Minimum (1) year academic experience as a faculty member at an accredited US allopathic or osteopathic medical school, or other clinical, graduate, or undergraduate program with proven experience teaching biomedical sciences in an accredited health-sciences or nursing program.

Essential Functions Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills for working with interdisciplinary faculty and engaging adult learners effectively

Strong foundational and expert knowledge in area of biomedical science specialization with ability to connect to clinical practice and osteopathic principles

Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate peers and learners

Skills in delivering lectures, facilitating small groups (TBL/PBL), and using active learning strategies in an integrated, systems-based curriculum

Ability to develop course materials, align objectives with competencies (e.g., COMLEX), and integrate content across disciplines

Proficiency in writing high-quality exam questions (especially board-style questions) and assessing student performance (written exams, OSCEs, practicals)

Ability to engage in research or educational scholarship, analyze data, and contribute to academic literature

Skill in advising, mentoring, and supporting diverse learners, including professionalism and academic development

Demonstrated leadership and productivity in the areas of medical education, clinical, or professional service

Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies

IUP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Worksite address

indiana, PA, 15705, US

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