Assistant/Associate Professor-MBS at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Yakima, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

202900.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Research, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Biomedical Ethics, Healthcare Communication, Mentoring, Curriculum Development, Assessment, Interprofessional Practice, Student Advising, Committee Participation, Professional Development, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Description Recruitment Period: 02/02/2026- Until Filled Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week (2 Positions Available) Salary Information: Assistant Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$105,000-Annual Maximum Salary-$176,400 Associate Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$120,800-Annual Maximum Salary-$202,900Professor: Annual Minimum Salary-$138,800-Annual Maximum Salary-$233,200Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pro-rated based on hours/week. Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law. 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 Science in Biomedical Science, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually with plans to develop other programs and/or colleges. 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: The assistant/associate professor will teach assigned courses and lectures as needed in the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MBS) curriculum. Content areas of instruction may include, but are not limited to public health, community health, healthcare systems and infrastructure, equity in healthcare practice, patient-provider communication, interprofessional practice and education (IPE), epidemiology, biomedical ethics, healthcare communication, standardized test taking and assessment, research methods, research ethics, and human subjects communication. The incumbent will contribute to the university’s commitment to the advancement of knowledge and intellectual growth by engaging in scholarly activity. The incumbent will also contribute to the University through active participation on committees and other activities required to maintain and develop the mission and goals of the institution. In addition, they will develop meaningful mentoring relationships with students for academic and career advising. Essential Job Functions: Teaching · Teach broadly in the content areas of discipline. · Develop course materials in specialized areas of expertise, including writing course syllabi and developing appropriate instructional and assessment methods · Provide instructional support, such as guest lectures or presentations in MBS courses taught by other MBS instructors · Meet all classes as scheduled and report grades at designated time · Use the PNWU student information system, student learning platform, and student assessment platform · Enhance expertise in teaching content areas through continuing education, practice, and current literature reviews · Participate in ongoing curriculum and program assessment and development · Maintain professional licensures and certifications as appropriate Required Skillsets: · Qualified to be the lead instructor responsible for all aspects of course management in at least three (3) of the following academic areas: o Research and Biostatistics o Standardized test taking and assessment o Public and community health o Epidemiology o Biomedical ethics o Healthcare communication Scholarly and Creative Activities · Engage in scholarly activity and maintain an active research agenda · Disseminate research through appropriate mechanisms · Supervise and mentor student research · Maintain professional development in area of research expertise University and Community Service · Advise students in accordance with the university advising policies and procedures · Assist with the recruitment and admission of students · Attend university/program events, including student orientation and commencement activities · Perform committee assignments at the program or university level · Perform community service as appropriate University-wide Essential Functions · Understand maintain the accreditation standards upon which the MBS program was established · Conduct self appropriately and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of PNWU · Other duties as assigned (perform and report any other assigned duties for the program) Requirements Education: • Required: A Doctorate Degree, as recognized by United States accrediting associations, or appropriate terminal degree (i.e., standards established by recognized United States accrediting associations) • Preferred: Post-doctoral research experience Experience: • Preferred: Experience teaching at an institution of higher education or teaching graduate students in a healthcare setting such as a hospital, clinic, or public/government health agency Desired 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 solve problems 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; and ability to schedule activities and/or meetings To ensure full consideration submit: • A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position • Detailed curriculum vitae • Contact information for three professional references The job announcement above is not the full job description but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request. PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary. Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE): Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Time Off 403b with Roth Option Paid Holidays 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.

Responsibilities

The assistant/associate professor will teach courses in the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences curriculum and engage in scholarly activities. They will also mentor students and participate in university committees and activities.