Michigan State University
Location
East Lansing, MI | United States
Job description
Job no: 933902
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Department: Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 10034104
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Health Care Professional, Academic Management, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Working/Functional Title
Chairperson - Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Position SummaryMichigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine is accepting internal applications for the position of Chairperson in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
MSU is one of the top research universities in the world and has one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation. MSU's health colleges (Osteopathic Medicine, Human Medicine, Nursing, and Veterinary Medicine) collaborate to provide high quality medical care, research, and education. The MSU Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine has established clinical education and research programs that provide a broad range of opportunities.
We strongly encourage candidates to apply who can strengthen MSUCOM's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), as identified in our Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety plan (). We are particularly interested in individuals with a commitment to inclusive excellence and a history of promoting diversity in their research, teaching, and service.
This position offers the opportunity to direct one of the University’s most successful specialty clinical departments. The Department also has a robust teaching mission that encompasses the education of undergraduate, graduate (DO), and professional students. The chairperson is the academic, research, and clinical leader of the largest and most renowned Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine department in the world.
We are seeking candidates with a DO degree from an internationally recognized institution with experience in leadership, administration, and team-building skills. Responsibilities will include evaluation and management of all department clinical, academic and research enterprises. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will maintain and expand both a dynamic clinical enterprise as well as an active, extramurally funded research program. Scholarly work opportunities will be encouraged and supported.
In addition, the successful candidate will have a strong focus on training future leaders in medicine. The Chairperson is expected to work with the faculty to foster an environment that is conducive to academic, clinical and research excellence and promotes engagement and collaboration with other units at the University. An interest in faculty development and mentoring is expected.
A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required DegreeDoctorate -Doctor of Osteopathy
Minimum RequirementsMSU faculty with a paid appointment at MSU and a primary appointment in the College of Osteopathic Medicine are eligible to apply. Candidates should have a D.O. degree from a U.S. college of osteopathic medicine. Board certification in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine or a related field is required. Candidates must be qualified to hold the rank of Associate or full Professor in the Tenure or Health Profession system.
Required Application MaterialsCV
Cover Letter
One-page statement of the candidate's vision for the department
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statement. Submit a description of your past experiences and contributions to inclusive excellence including a brief description of your ideas for future initiatives that you would like to implement to support MSUCOM's commitment to inclusive excellence. ().
List of three references. The search committee will not contact references without first notifying the candidate.
Website MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Mar 5, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Mar 5, 2026 Eastern Standard Time
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