Develop and maintain syllabi, learning objectives,
instructional materials, laboratory exercises, and student
assessments aligned with program objectives, CPME standards, and
the APMLE Part I content outline.
Select and use situation-appropriate teaching methods,
including lecture, discussion, laboratory sessions, case-based
learning, audiovisual, online sessions, and live-streaming.
Direct and teach laboratory sessions associated with assigned
courses where the assignment includes a lab, and maintain
laboratory safety and professionalism standards.
Populate and manage the learning management system (Canvas) for
assigned courses.
Coordinate with other faculty to align basic science and
clinical instruction and to support integration across the
curriculum.
Participate in APMLE Part I board preparation activities in the
assigned content domain.
Complete formative and summative evaluations of student
performance according to University policy, and document
deficiencies in writing in a timely manner.
Academic Advising and Student Support (20%)
- Advise students on academic and professional issues and
inquiries.
- Provide review sessions, remediation, and individual academic
coaching in the assigned discipline.
- Communicate repetitive student performance concerns to the
chair of the PPGR committee and the Associate Dean for Academic
Affairs.
- Respond to student voice or e-mail messages within 48
hours.
Service and Scholarship (10%)
- Serve on CPM and SMU committees as assigned, including
curriculum, admissions, APMLE board preparation, and
accreditation-related committees.
- Attend CPM and SMU meetings and participate in shared
governance.
- Support CPM admissions activities including applicant
interviews and recruiting events.
- Attend University events and ceremonies as required (e.g.,
commencement, Professional Enrichment Day, Faculty Organization
meetings).
- Meet or exceed the scholarship expectations for the faculty
rank as defined in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.
- Actively participate in course and curriculum development and
CPME accreditation activities.
- Arrive to classes and laboratory sessions punctually. Notify
the CPM Academic Office regarding illness or unavoidable absence in
advance of scheduled sessions.
- Other duties as assigned by the CPM Dean.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
- Earned doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MBBS, DO, DPM, EdD, or
equivalent) in the teaching discipline or a closely related
biomedical field.
- Graduate-level training, postdoctoral training, residency, or
fellowship in the teaching discipline.
- Prior teaching experience at the graduate, professional, or
health professions level is strongly preferred. Experience teaching
in a DPM, MD, DO, DDS, or PA curriculum is especially
desirable.
- Preferred: experience preparing students for a national
licensing examination (APMLE, USMLE, COMLEX, or equivalent).
- Preferred: experience as a course director with responsibility
for syllabus, assessment, and grading.
- Preferred: record of scholarly activity appropriate to rank,
which may include peer-reviewed publication, educational
scholarship, conference presentation, or funded research.
- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- No professional license is required for candidates holding a
research doctorate.
- Additional certifications may be required depending on the
nature of the instructional assignment.
Skills and Abilities:
- Content expertise in one or more of the basic science
disciplines taught in the CPM curriculum.
- Ability to teach basic science content to professional doctoral
students, including lecture, laboratory, and case-based
formats.
- Ability to direct a course end-to-end: syllabus, learning
objectives, instructional materials, assessments, grading, and
course evaluation.
- Skill in assessment writing, including multiple-choice items in
national board format, and use of performance data to revise
instruction.
- Ability to identify academically at-risk students early and
provide remediation and academic coaching.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the
ability to establish positive rapport with students, faculty, and
staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity
and inclusion.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities that change frequently,
use keen judgment, and resolve student and faculty concerns.
- High-level proficiency with the learning management system
(Canvas), online teaching platforms (Webex, Zoom), and standard
productivity software (Microsoft Office).
- Able to handle privileged information in a confidential
manner.
- Detail-oriented and skilled in the organization of complex
projects.
- Professional in manner and attire.
- Available for occasional weekend and evening events (e.g.,
admissions events, board review sessions, commencement).
Work Environment:
Office Location: Oakland Campus – Onsite
- This is an onsite position based in Oakland, CA, requiring
regular in-office presence to support daily operations,
collaboration, and student or team engagement.
- Work is performed primarily on campus in a dynamic academic
environment, with direct interaction across multidisciplinary
teams.
Mental/Physical Requirements:
This position will be performed in an office, classroom,
laboratory, etc. setting. The position will require the incumbent
to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person, video and by
telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as
telephones and computers.
In addition to, but not limited to:
- Able to stand, walk, and move around classroom and laboratory
environments for extended periods while instructing students.
- Able to sit for extended periods while teaching didactic
sessions, preparing materials, and reviewing student work.
- Able to use hands and fingers to handle laboratory specimens,
instruments, models, and audiovisual equipment.
- Able to work in an anatomy laboratory environment where the
assignment includes anatomy instruction.
- Able to lift up to 30 pounds and push and pull carts containing
equipment, models, or supplies.
- Able to move between classrooms, laboratories, and offices on
the Oakland campus several times per day.
- Able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word
and receive detailed information through verbal and written
communication.
Employee Status:Regular
Exemption Status:United States of America (Exempt)
Time Type:Full time
Job Shift: Pay Range:
Up to $106,000 [annually/exempt], depending on experience,
qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant
factors.
Organization:
At Samuel Merritt University (SMU), we are dedicated to fostering a
supportive, inclusive community committed to advancing healthcare
through exceptional education, compassionate care, and community
service. Known for our leading-edge programs in health sciences,
SMU equips students and faculty with the knowledge and skills to
make impactful contributions to health and wellness.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SMU welcomes
applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an
inclusive workplace where anyone can thrive and reach their full
potential.
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for
all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on
local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be
determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not
limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant
skills.
Benefits
Samuel Merritt University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental health and wellness resources
- Education reimbursement
- Employee discounts through Marketplace
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Nine paid holidays, plus a paid holiday break between Christmas
and New Year’s Day
- Two floating holidays
- One paid Volunteer Work Day
- Five Education Leave Days
Important Notice: Beware of Fraudulent Job Offers
Samuel Merritt University has been made aware of individuals posing
as SMU recruiters, particularly for remote positions. To help
protect yourself, please keep the following in mind:
- All legitimate job openings are posted on the SMU Careers page
and trusted job boards.
- We will never ask you to provide payment for equipment or
submit sensitive personal information before completing the formal
hiring process.
- Official offers of employment are issued through Workday, not
by text message or informal email.
Please remain cautious and protect your personal information
throughout your job search.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
Samuel Merritt University does not accept unsolicited resumes from
recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our job
application email address, SMU employees, or any other university
location. Samuel Merritt University is not responsible for fees
associated with unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions.
