COM Assistant/Associate/Professor Pathology (Open Rank)

Salary Information: Annual  Salary Range $105,000.00 -$351,800.00

The wage range for this position is broad to accommodate candidates with varying levels of education, professional credentials, and experience. The starting wage will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, credentials, and experience. 

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.

The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Master of Biomedical Sciences, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five-state region.

PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/. 

General Summary: 

This faculty member will engage in the innovative teaching of Pathophysiology, Pathology, Histopathology, and some Histology. The teaching focus will provide insights into the understanding of the basic mechanisms of common diseases in humans and the current diagnostic approaches used in clinical practice. The incumbent will contribute to the college's commitment to the advancement of knowledge and intellectual growth by engaging in scholarly activity. The incumbent will also contribute to the Department, COM, and University through active participation on committees and other activities required to maintain and develop the mission and goals of these entities. In addition, they will develop meaningful mentoring relationships with students for academic and career advising. There is no expectation of hospital activity or clinical laboratory responsibilities in this role. 

Essential Job Duties:  

• Teach broadly in the areas of Pathophysiology, Pathology, Histopathology, and Histology to osteopathic medical students and biosciences master's level students 
• Collaborate with other professionals in the development and delivery of a systems-based curriculum that integrates Anatomy, Histology, Microbiology, Physiology, Pathology, Medicine, and Pharmacology 
• Prepare and deliver lecture material in live, recorded, written, and on-line formats 
• Develop and execute active, flipped-classroom learning sessions and labs 
• Formulate high quality exam questions 
• Participate in curriculum design, review, and evaluation processes 
• Provide academic counselling and advice to students 
• Develop and maintain a program of innovation and research that aligns with and supports departmental, COM, and University mission and goals 
• Engage in collaborative innovative efforts with others within and outside of PNWU 
• Engage in areas of professional development 
• Serve on committees, engage in projects, and attend meetings to further the University mission and meet the goals of the Department, COM, and University 
• Understand accreditation standards and expectations specific to the department and adhere to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards 
• Conducts self appropriately and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of PNWU 
• Other duties as assigned 

Scope of Responsibility: 

Knows the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies and procedures, which may include some familiarity of other departments within the University. Is sensitive to the interrelationship of both people and functions within the department or office. 

Flexibility to work as part of a team as well as independently to meet goals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.? Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information as well as ability to conduct oneself in a highly professional manner. Highly responsive to requests and has a commitment to providing high-quality service.? Maintains a customer service demeanor at all times. 

Decision Making: 

On a regular and continuous basis, exercises sound judgment, and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences and results.

Communication: 

Exchanges non-routine information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring good oral and written communication skills.

Education, Experience and Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: 

Education: 

• Required:  PhD, MD, or DO degree 
• Accepted:  DVM  

Experience: 

Three (3) years of teaching experience is desired, preferably in undergraduate medical education 

• Experience with systems based curriculum is desired 
• A demonstrated history of scholarly achievements 

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances 
• Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans
• Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct workflow
• Ability to work with and manage different computer programs and databases

Work Environment: 

• Standard office and campus environment.  The job requires slight physical effort  
• Routine visits to businesses and clients 
• Attending meetings outside of the University 
• May include travel to other cities and states 

Physical Requirements: 

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time 
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction 
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard 
• Communication skills using the spoken word 
• Ability to see within normal parameters 
• Ability to hear within normal range 
• Ability to move about 

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis with or without accommodation. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. 

Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE):

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Wellness Reimbursement

For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page. 

PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.