Molecular and Cellular Biologists

**Overview**

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Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, (http://phoenix.gov/visitors/index.html) St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.

We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute (https://www.barrowneuro.org/) , Norton Thoracic Institute (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute) , Cancer Center at St. Joseph's (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/university-of-arizona-cancer-center) , Ivy Brain Tumor Center (https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/) , and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.

_U.S News & World Report_ routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

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**Responsibilities**

St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center and the Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) have consistently been recognized for clinical and research excellence in an academic medical center setting and for the high quality of patient and employee experiences in the organizations. Laboratory-based research and patient-oriented clinical studies have international stature and often involve extensive collaborations with academic and industry partners regionally nationally and globally. There are educational experiences at secondary school undergraduate graduate and post-graduate levels. Administrative functions ensure that there is safe ethical and responsible conduct of research and facilitate research management and interfaces with other units in the Hospital and Institute. Opportunities exist to become part of this unique and dynamic enterprise.

JOIN US NOW as we are seeking a RESEARCH ASSOCIATE to join our Research Department to initiate and conduct research.

The Manfredsson laboratory at Barrow Neurological Institute is currently hiring several highly motivated Research Faculty within the areas of gene therapy neurodegeneration and electrophysiology. The group is focused on developing novel gene therapy modalities to study and treat neurodegeneration and associated symptomology with a primary focus on Parkinson’s disease. The position is catered to all levels however Junior/Research Faculty with a NIH ESI status will be given special consideration. Our group practices team science utilizing a multitude of interdisciplinary approaches in our research ranging from electrophysiology to viral vector design and production. Our research outcomes range from molecular biology omics and histology. Although we are interested in all research backgrounds priority will be given to fellows with experience in either in vivo fiber photometry ex vivo electrophysiology and calcium imaging. A second priority is experience with DNA/RNA and molecular biology advanced viral vector engineering and in vivo assessment processing of human post-mortem brain specimens and next-gen sequencing and analysis. Experience with computer programming will be considered a plus. Research Faculty in the laboratory are expected to take the lead on a multitude of projects contribute to grant writing and supervise junior trainees. Required: PhD MD or equivalent. Highly collegial and works well on a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with precision and tact. Meticulous record keeping; proficiency with databases.

**Qualifications**

Two (2) years of experience following the Ph.D. M.D. or D.SC. degree in a field related to current area of research required.

Beyond minimum required experience writing grant applications for support of own work preferred.

Laboratory skills and techniques execution and development required.

Required: Proficient in computer skills.

Mathematical scientific reasoning and oral and written communication skills adequate to initiate independent work.

**Pay Range**

$27.77 - $40.27 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SOMA - Assistant/Associate Professor, Immunology/Microbiology

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) is seeking full-time Immunology/Microbiology faculty at the assistant or associate professor level on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position will contribute to the mission of ATSU-SOMA and educate medical students in the area of immunology (large and small group formats).

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

+ Produce reliable and valid examination items in area of expertise.

+ Work collaboratively with other SOMA faculty and staff to achieve purpose of school.

+ Attend and contribute to meetings, retreats, seminars and continuing professional development.

+ Work with SOMA leadership to promote research and scholarly activity.

+ Provide constructive feedback to learners to meet SOMA standards.

+ The following is a list of academic responsibilities that may be required as a full-time member of the Department of Biomedical Science.

+ Serve as content expert in area of expertise.

+ Facilitate small group learning.

+ Work collaboratively with other faculty to create and develop cases for case-based learning sessions.

+ Prepare educational tools (AV, demonstration models, workshops, lesson plans, etc.) as needed.

+ Attend and contribute to curricular meetings and faculty development offerings.

+ Provide board-style formative and summative assessment questions in the area of expertise.

+ Help to identify underperforming students and their areas of weakness through the use of evaluation tools.

+ Interview prospective student candidates for ATSU-SOMA.

+ Advise and mentor students.

+ Be willing to serve as an advisor to at least one student club.

+ Serve on departmental and institutional committees, as assigned or elected.

+ Participate in scientific, educational, community-based, or other types of research or other relevant scholarly activity.

+ Serve on collaborative University-wide groups as approved by the Dean or designee.

+ Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Department Chair and Curricular Deans.

+ Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction or learning processes.

+ Accept other duties assigned/needed to meet the goals and mission of ATSU-SOMA.

**Education & Experience:**

+ Must have a terminal degree (PhD or DSc) in immunology or a related field and teaching experience in higher education (must be able to teach immunology).

+ The successful candidate will have demonstrated exceptional teaching or facilitation ability and demonstrated the ability to engage students in their learning of medical immunology.

+ The ideal candidate will have experience using collaborative and interactive teaching strategies such as facilitation of case-based or team-based learning.

+ Ability to interact with students both in the classroom and individually.

+ Ability to collaborate with other faculty in basic science and clinical departments.

+ Ability to possess and foster enthusiasm for the curricular delivery model.

+ Must possess or be willing to adjust to a teaching paradigm that fosters student-centered self-directed learning where the focus shifts from an authoritative to a collaborative model of learning where the teacher facilitates student inquiry and learning in a small group environment, rather than delivering educational content.

**Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in this position and highlighting the relevant skills, experiences, and motivations that make you an ideal candidate for it.**

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

SOMA - Assistant/Associate Professor, Pathology

Mesa, AZ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5850+E+Still+Circle+Mesa+AZ+USA+85206)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) is seeking full-time Pathology faculty at the Assistant or Associate level on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position will contribute to the mission of ATSU-SOMA and educate medical students in the area of pathology (large and small group formats), work collaboratively with other SOMA faculty and staff to achieve the purpose of the school, attend and contribute to meetings, retreats, seminars, and continuing professional development, work with SOMA leadership to promote research and scholarly activity and provide constructive feedback to learners to meet SOMA standards.

**The following is a list of academic responsibilities that may be required as a full-time member of the** **Department of Biomedical Science:**

+ Serve as a content expert in the area of expertise.

+ Facilitate small group learning.

+ Work collaboratively with other faculty to create and develop cases for case-based learning sessions.

+ Prepare educational tools (AV, demonstration models, workshops, lesson plans, etc.) as needed.

+ Attend and contribute to curricular meetings and faculty development offerings.

+ Provide board-style formative and summative assessment questions in the area of expertise.

+ Help to identify underperforming students and their areas of weakness through the use of evaluation tools.

+ Interview prospective student candidates for ATSU-SOMA.

+ Advise and mentor students.

+ Be willing to serve as an advisor to at least one student club.

+ Serve on departmental and institutional committees, as assigned or elected.

+ Participate in scientific, educational, community-based, or other types of research or other relevant scholarly activity.

+ Serve on collaborative University-wide groups as approved by the Dean or designee.

+ Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Department Chair and Curricular Deans.

+ Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction or learning processes.

+ Accept other duties assigned/needed to meet the goals and mission of ATSU-SOMA.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

+ Must have a terminal degree (PhD, MD, DO) with a specialization in pathology or a related field and teaching experience in higher education (must be able to teach pathology).

+ The successful candidate will have demonstrated up to a year of exceptional teaching or facilitation ability and demonstrated the ability to engage students in their learning of medical pathology. The ideal candidate will have experience using collaborative and interactive teaching strategies such as facilitation of case-based or team-based learning.

**Skills & Abilities:**

+ Must possess the required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the following essential functions of the job can be performed.

+ Knowledge of and maintaining student and patient privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA, etc.)

+ Ability to follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines.

+ Complete Annual Employee training per ATSU policy.

+ Willingness to protect equipment (office, medical, facility).

+ Strong communications skills, as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite ) and accurate data entry skills.

+ Excellent organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.

+ Accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Willingness to be trained on the current learning management system and other technologies as required.

+ Ability to establish and maintain a productive work schedule in accordance with the school’s hours of operation.

+ Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships by working cooperatively and collegially with others.

+ Possess interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy.

+ Adhere to behaviors consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect by following Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules and regulations.

+ Ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

+ Flexibility with respect to the performance of other duties as needed/assigned for the school.

**Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest in this position and highlighting the relevant skills, experiences, and motivations that make you an ideal candidate for it.**

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASDOH - CCU Clinical Faculty - Assistant Professor, General Dentist (0.6 FTE)

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Part-time

Description

A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) invites applications for a part-time, exempt CCU Clinical Faculty - Assistant Professor, General Dentist on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Clinic Operations. The clinical faculty will conduct teaching, patient care, scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals, and objectives of the School and University with the primary responsibility to facilitate the students’ clinical experience from foundational knowledge and clinical skills to demonstrating competency in patient-centered care that integrates biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences.

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

+ General – promote an atmosphere of respect, collegiality, commitment to diversity and social justice, and a humanistic learning environment.

+ General – conduct teaching, scholarship, service, and patient care in support of the mission and goals of ASDOH and ATSU.

+ Teaching – clinical supervision as a general dentist in the CCUs or other ASDOH clinics; effectively carry out lectures, seminars, preclinical and clinical assignments as assigned.

+ Service – Participate in committees, faculty governance, professional societies and associations, and community events.

+ Scholarship - As workload allows, establish and maintain activity in area of expertise.

+ Clinical Supervision: Provide clinical supervision of predoctoral dental students in patient care activities within the scope of general dentistry.

+ Documentation: Complete documentation on student performance and progress towards competency; review and approve EHR.

+ Enforce clinic policy including infection control, quality improvement, risk management, recordkeeping, etc & assure safety

+ Provide direct patient care that supports community service, efficient clinic operations, student education, or when in the best interest of the patient (e.g: treatment is too complex for assigned student provider).

+ Instruct students in the simulation clinic as assigned; collaborate with Course Director on assessment of student performance.

+ Effectively carry out lecture, seminar and clinical assignments and responsibilities as assigned, including appropriate student assessment.

+ Be readily available to students for mentoring and consultation.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

**Education & Experience:**

+ DDS or DMD, with eligibility for an Arizona dental license.

+ Knowledge of contemporary techniques and skills in the scope of general dentistry.

+ At least three years experience in private practice or advanced graduate training as a general dentist or prosthodontist.

+ Experience in clinical dental teaching is preferred.

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills.

+ Must be able to be self-directed and take the initiative.

+ Must be highly skilled in general dentistry.

+ Diplomacy is a must.

+ Individual must be organized.

+ Good communication skills.

+ Adaptable and motivated.

+ Able to work independently.

+ Team oriented, strong mentoring, and personable.

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASHS - Instructor/Assistant Professor, Speech-Language Pathology

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) invites applications for a full-time faculty member in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. The program is housed in the Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. We are seeking vibrant and innovative individuals at the instructor or assistant professor level. Appointment will be for 12 months with rank and salary commensurate with academic credentials and experience. Position to begin in the month of June 2024 or as soon as possible.

The cornerstone of the program is the education of speech-language pathologists with a focus on culturally responsive practices. The new faculty member should value diversity, interprofessional practice, and education, and support the mission of the university for whole person healthcare. The position requires dedication to providing exceptional education to meet the needs of a diverse student body and healthcare community.

We are seeking faculty with expertise across all areas of speech, language, and swallowing disorders and across the lifespan with an emphasis on school-based, autism, fluency, and AAC experience. The program provides a wide spectrum of state-of-the-art medical speech pathology instrumentation and equipment for student education and faculty research.

The major responsibility of this position includes serving as a faculty advisor in the academic and clinical areas. The program does not have an on-campus clinic, but some supervision may be required (examples include: activities in the classroom, simulations, community screenings, or health fairs). Graduate teaching responsibilities include teaching several courses in different areas of the Speech-Language Pathology graduate program curriculum. Engagement in professional and scholarly activities and service to the university and community are required. The ideal candidate will be interested in participating in collaborative clinical opportunities and research.

**Desired Qualifications:**

+ Candidates with expertise in bilingualism and/or bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

+ Evidence of a commitment to culturally responsive practices in diverse and inclusive contexts and communities.

+ Demonstrated commitment to working across disciplinary boundaries.

+ At least 5+ years in clinical practice.

+ Experience providing clinical supervision of speech-language pathology students or clinical fellows.

+ Previous academic course design and teaching experience.

**Required Qualifications:**

+ Master's degree in communication sciences and disorders or doctoral degree in communication sciences and disorders or related field.

+ CCC-SLP required.

+ Eligibility for licensure in the state of Arizona.

+ At least 3-5 years in clinical practice.

Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For specific questions, please contact the chair of the committee, Tiffany Hines, at [email protected]

A.T. Still University (ATSU) is the founding institution of osteopathic healthcare, established in 1892 by Andrew Taylor Still. As a leading health sciences university, ATSU is comprised of three campuses (Mesa, Arizona; Santa Maria, California; and Kirksville, Missouri) on more than 200 acres with seven prestigious schools. The culturally rich learning environments include residential and online healthcare-related graduate degrees as well as community-based partnerships worldwide. ATSU has more than 1,300 employees dedicated to its not-for-profit mission and an average annual enrollment of over 3,900 students from 20 countries.

ATSU is renowned for its preeminence as a multidisciplinary healthcare educator. The University is focused on integrating the founding tenets of osteopathic medicine and the advancing knowledge of today's science. ATSU continually earns distinctions as the graduate health sciences university with a best-in-class curriculum and a community outreach mission to serve the underserved. The University has a rich history of leadership in both healthcare education and correlated research.

ATSU instills within students the compassion, experience, and knowledge required to address the whole person and shape healthcare in communities where needs are greatest.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASHS - Adjunct Assistant Professor, Audiology

Mesa, AZ•Evergreen

Job Type

Part-time

Description

A.T. Still University 's Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) is seeking applications for a non-exempt adjunct assistant professor, Audiology. The adjunct assistant professor will be responsible for organizing, supervising, coordinating, and evaluating assigned instructional components of the curricula. In addition, the adjunct assistant professor is responsible for coordinating remedial and tutorial activities in instructional areas. Adjunct faculty will participate in faculty development training sessions and interactions with departmental committees when appropriate and assigned by the chair.

Must have knowledge and background to teach in the selected area of the audiology curriculum. Experience may be in an area other than audiology if appropriate for the topic to be taught.

**Job Duties Include:**

+ Course/curriculum development; updating/posting course materials, activities and assessments.

+ Grading and responding to the student inquiries.

+ Student tutorial/remedial instruction, as needed.

Please note that adjunct positions are only filled on an as-needed basis.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASDOH - CCU Clinical Faculty - Assistant Professor, General Dentist (Full-Time)

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) invites applications for a part-time, exempt CCU Clinical Faculty - Assistant Professor, General Dentist on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Clinic Operations. The clinical faculty will conduct teaching, patient care, scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals, and objectives of the School and University with the primary responsibility to facilitate the students’ clinical experience from foundational knowledge and clinical skills to demonstrating competency in patient-centered care that integrates biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences.

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

+ General – promote an atmosphere of respect, collegiality, commitment to diversity and social justice, and a humanistic learning environment.

+ General – conduct teaching, scholarship, service, and patient care in support of the mission and goals of ASDOH and ATSU.

+ Teaching – clinical supervision as a general dentist in the CCUs or other ASDOH clinics; effectively carry out lectures, seminars, preclinical and clinical assignments as assigned.

+ Service – Participate in committees, faculty governance, professional societies and associations, and community events.

+ Scholarship - As workload allows, establish and maintain activity in area of expertise.

+ Clinical Supervision: Provide clinical supervision of predoctoral dental students in patient care activities within the scope of general dentistry.

+ Documentation: Complete documentation on student performance and progress towards competency; review and approve EHR.

+ Enforce clinic policy including infection control, quality improvement, risk management, recordkeeping, etc & assure safety

+ Provide direct patient care that supports community service, efficient clinic operations, student education, or when in the best interest of the patient (e.g: treatment is too complex for assigned student provider).

+ Instruct students in the simulation clinic as assigned; collaborate with Course Director on assessment of student performance.

+ Effectively carry out lecture, seminar and clinical assignments and responsibilities as assigned, including appropriate student assessment.

+ Be readily available to students for mentoring and consultation.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

**Education & Experience:**

+ DDS or DMD, with eligibility for an Arizona dental license.

+ Knowledge of contemporary techniques and skills in the scope of general dentistry.

+ At least three years experience in private practice or advanced graduate training as a general dentist or prosthodontist.

+ Experience in clinical dental teaching is preferred.

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills.

+ Must be able to be self-directed and take the initiative.

+ Must be highly skilled in general dentistry.

+ Diplomacy is a must.

+ Individual must be organized.

+ Good communication skills.

+ Adaptable and motivated.

+ Able to work independently.

+ Team oriented, strong mentoring, and personable.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

**Applicants may be eligible to participate in the Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program (DFLRP). ATSU-ASDOH established DFLRP to secure and retain a dental faculty workforce dedicated to ASDOH’s mission of educating compassionate, community-minded oral health providers. ASDOH’s DFLRP is funded through a grant (Federal Award Identification Number D8743533) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The eligibility details, application procedures, selection criteria, among other information, will be provided upon request. Determination of eligibility and awarding of funds is through a competitive application and selection process and is not guaranteed.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

SOMA - Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty (1.0 FTE, No Patient Care Responsibilities)

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona is seeking applications for full-time exempt Clinical Faculty at the Assistant Professor level on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position will create and provide osteopathic medical student years I-IV educational content that integrates foundational, clinical, and osteopathic sciences in a variety of online and live presentations, which includes podcasts, small group case-based facilitation, and clinical laboratory sessions integrating osteopathic principles and practice, medical skills, and ultrasound.

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

+ Faculty will contribute to ATSU-SOMA in the areas of educating students in years 1-4, scholarly activity, diversity, equity and inclusion, and service to the University and community. Faculty will be assessed annually on the basis of educational effectiveness, professionalism, adaptability, commitment, dependability, and innovation/vision.

+ Attend to regular communications as it relates to all position responsibilities.

+ Provide objective input on a diversity of perspectives.

+ Skillfully use feedback for continued innovation and improvement.

+ Preparation of demonstrations, presentations, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools/resources with other faculty members;

+ Prepare evaluation/assessment tools that will aid in the evaluation of students’ work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be challenged in various areas;

+ Attend meetings approved by school that require advancement of your profession.

+ Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Innovation and Curricular Integration.

+ Serve as a CBIQ group facilitator on as needed basis;

+ Create NBOME board-style examination items for presented material

+ Serve on at least 2 major ATSU-SOMA committees (ex: Admissions, Diversity Committee, Student Performance, and Curriculum).

+ Active participation in faculty development.

+ If desired and approved, may use half-day per week for activity related to patient care in an alternate clinical setting of candidate’s choice while providing shadowing opportunities for students.

+ Interview ATSU-SOMA candidates for admission.

+ Perform student advising/academic coaching functions.

+ Participate in research and/or scholarly activity as deemed appropriate by the Department Chair.

+ Other functions supporting the department and its contribution to the mission and vision of ATSU-SOMA.

**Education & Experience:**

+ DO/MD degree, Specialty Board Certification, Active Arizona State Medical License.

+ Patient interaction and examination skills. Covered by degree, licensure, and certification.

+ Skill requirements are covered under family medicine, other primary care specialty board certification.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office, emailing, and public speaking.

+ Enthusiasm for education.

+ Collaborative growth mindset.

+ Professional behavior.

+ Compassion, patience, and approachability.

+ The successful applicant will have demonstrated success promoting a culturally rich environment that values and appreciates diversity.

+ The applicant should have a common understanding of bias, what it means to be culturally proficient, and demonstrated success at mitigating differences.

+ The applicant should have familiarity with the principles and practice of osteopathic medicine.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASDOH - Assistant Professor, CCU Clinical Faculty (0.8 FTE)

Mesa, AZ

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU - ASDOH) is seeking a full-time exempt General Dentist for the CCU Clinic at the Assistant Professor level. This is a 0.8 FTE position on the Mesa, Arizona campus. The Assistant Professor will conduct teaching, patient care, scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals and objectives of the School and University with primary responsibility to facilitate the students’ clinical experience from foundational knowledge and clinical skills to demonstrating competency in patient-centered care that integrates biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences.

**Duties & Responsibilities:**

+ General – promote an atmosphere of respect, collegiality, commitment to diversity and social justice, and humanistic learning environment.

+ General – conduct teaching, scholarship, service and patient care in support of the mission and goals of ASDOH and ATSU.

+ Teaching – clinical supervision as a general dentist in the CCUs or other ASDOH clinics; effectively carry out lecture, seminar, preclinical and clinical assignments as assigned.

+ Service – Participate in committees, faculty governance, professional societies and associations, and community events.

+ Scholarship - As workload allows, establish and maintain activity in area of expertise.

+ Clinical Supervision: Provide clinical supervision of predoctoral dental students in patient care activities within the scope of general dentistry.

+ Documentation: Complete documentation on student performance and progress towards competency; review and approve EHR.

+ Enforce clinic policy including infection control, quality improvement, risk management, recordkeeping, etc & assure safety

+ Provide direct patient care that supports community service, efficient clinic operations, student education, or when in the best interest of the patient (e.g: treatment is too complex for assigned student provider).

+ Instruct students in the simulation clinic as assigned; collaborate with Course Director on assessment of student performance.

+ Effectively carry out lecture, seminar and clinical assignments and responsibilities as assigned, including appropriate student assessment.

+ Be readily available to students for mentoring and consultation.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned.

**Experience & Education:**

+ DDS or DMD degree required.

+ Three to five years experience in private practice or advanced graduate training as a general dentist or prosthodontist.

+ Experience in clinical dental teaching is preferred.

+ Knowledge of contemporary techniques and skills in the scope of general dentistry.

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills.

+ Must be able to be self-directed and take the initiative.

+ Must be highly skilled in general dentistry.

+ Must be eligible for Arizona Dental License.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

**Applicants may be eligible to participate in the Dental Faculty Loan Repayment Program (DFLRP). ATSU-ASDOH established DFLRP to secure and retain a dental faculty workforce dedicated to ASDOH’s mission of educating compassionate, community-minded oral health providers. ASDOH’s DFLRP is funded through a grant (Federal Award Identification Number D8743533) from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The eligibility details, application procedures, selection criteria, among other information, will be provided upon request. Determination of eligibility and awarding of funds is through a competitive application and selection process and is not guaranteed.

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.

ASDOH - Assistant Professor Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

Mesa, AZ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5835+E+Still+Circle+Mesa+AZ+USA+85206)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health (ATSU-ASDOH) invites applications for an exempt Assistant Professor, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position will conduct teaching, patient care, scholarly and service activities in support of the mission, goals and objectives of the School and University with primary responsibility to facilitate the students’ preclinical and clinical experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from foundational knowledge and clinical skills to demonstrating competency in patient-centered care that integrates biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences.

**Major Job Duties:**

+ General – promote an atmosphere of respect, collegiality, commitment to diversity and social justice, and humanistic learning environment.

+ General – conduct teaching, scholarship, service and patient care in support of the mission and goals of ASDOH and ATSU.

+ Teaching – preclinical and clinical supervision as an Oral Surgeon with direct hands on in the Simulation Lab and ASDOH clinics; effectively carry out lecture, seminar, preclinical and clinical assignments as assigned, with a focus on Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

+ Service – Participate in committees, faculty governance, professional societies and associations, community events, and provision of CE.

+ Scholarship - As workload allows, establish and maintain activity in area of expertise.

**Job Responsibilities:**

1. PreClinical and Clinical Supervision: Provide direct hands on supervision of predoctoral dental students in simulation and patient care activities within the scope of general dentistry with a focus on oral & maxillofacial surgery; provide clinical supervision of ASDOH residents as assigned.

2. Oversee the development, implementation, revision and assessment of curriculum as assigned, integrating oral & maxillofacial surgery with other predoctoral curriculum, including behavioral, biomedical and clinical sciences.

3. Documentation: Complete documentation on student performance/progress towards competency; review and approve EHR documentation in clinic and simulation lab.

4. Coordinate with responsible Administrators & Asst/Assoc Deans in Clinic and Simulation Lab to establish protocols related to curriculum responsibility areas; enforce clinic policy including infection control, QI, risk management, recordkeeping, etc & assure safety. Support Director of Clinic Operations in the supervision and direction of clinic support staff.

5. Provide direct hands on patient care in ASDOH Clinics that supports community service, efficient clinic operations, student/resident education, or when in the best interest of the patient (e.g: guiding, demonstration and completion of oral surgical procedures in support of students, residents and faculty).

6. Effectively carry out lecture, seminar and clinical assignments and responsibilities as assigned, including appropriate student assessment and documentation.

7. Provide faculty development, training, and calibration related to curricular content.

8. Other responsibilities as assigned.

**Position Requirements and Preferences:**

+ **Education** : Completion of an advanced education program in OMFS from an institution accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA); Board Eligible / Board Certified in OMFS.

+ **Experience** : At least five years’ experience in clinical oral surgery practice (time in advanced graduate training in oral surgeon may be included).

+ **Preferences** : Eligibility for dental licensure in Arizona; DDS or DMD from a CODA accredited program; experience in academics, clinical research and private clinical practice.

+ Excellent communication, problem solving, crisis management and organizational skills, high emotional intelligence, tact and diplomacy.

+ Must be able to be self-directed and take the initiative.

+ Must be highly skilled in clinical oral surgery; willing and able to act as a “hands-on” faculty instructor (e.g.; clinic demonstration, direct student observation of clinical activity).

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .

In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.