Description

Faculty – Pathology

Salary: Dependent on qualifications

Location: Las Cruces, NM

Job Type: Salary, FTE Negotiable

Department: Physiology and Pathology

Title: Faculty, Assistant or Associate Professor, Department of Physiology and Pathology

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a part-time pathology faculty position (up to 0.6 FTE - 24 hours/week)  in the Department of Physiology and Pathology. Hiring rank will be based on experience and accomplishments. We are seeking a student-centered individual with a passion for teaching, scholarship, and service. The successful applicant will have clinical experience in pathology and/or evidence of engagement in the teaching of pathology content at the university, medical school, or residency level. 

The selected candidate will support Burrell College’s organizational health initiatives, focusing on enhancing leadership, promoting clarity of purpose, improving communication, and reinforcing a respectful, purpose-driven culture. This role is key to fostering a healthy, high-performing organization that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration. Burrell College Organizational Health Info

This position is fully funded and reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Physiology and Pathology. The start date for this position is negotiable; review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants may negotiate for an alternative level of commitment, not less than 50% time, if desired. Application materials should include a Curriculum vitae and a cover letter that includes: 1) a summary of the applicant’s academic and professional experience; 2) brief statements of teaching philosophy and scholarly and/or research interests; and 3) contact information for three references. Please upload these documents in the attachments section of the job application. Burrell offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with appointed faculty rank, qualifications, and experience.

Applicants must currently be authorized to lawfully work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

Inquiries are welcome and should be addressed to:

Dr. Joseph Benoit                  or                       Dr. Kristin Gosselink

Search Chair                                                    Department Chair

jbenoit@burrell.edu                                         kgosselink@burrell.edu 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• D.O., M.D., or Ph.D. degree (or equivalent)
• Commitment to teaching pathology at the pre-clinical level
• Demonstrated contributions in teaching, research or scholarly activity, and service, with continued growth potential in these areas

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching pathology or pathophysiology in clinical context
• Post-doctoral experience
• Experience with curriculum development and implementation
• Experience with online instruction and/or active learning approaches
• Knowledge of educational theories
• Evidence of successful student mentoring or advising
• Evidence of scholarly activity with a record of publication/dissemination and productivity
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills

Supplemental Information:
 
Applications should be submitted electronically to the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine Office of Human Resources via the Employment Opportunities page found here: 

https://burrell.edu/administrative-services/human-resources/work-opportunities/

For more information, please visit:  www.burrell.edu   

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and more.  Individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support the commitment to our mission.. 

Burrell College campuses and facilities are drug and tobacco free and comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA). Employees and students shall not be involved with the unlawful use of controlled substances and/or illicit drugs.

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 (TX), 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 storied 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, a vibrant art and music scene, an abundance of outdoor activities, and authentic cuisine made from recipes that have been passed down through generations.