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Mar 16, 2025
Full time
Vice Provost for Enrollment Management
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Vice Provost for Enrollment Management R-0002489 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: KCU has partnered with Isaacson and Miller to assist in our search for the Vice Provost of Enrollment Management. Please apply at https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/kansas-city-university/vice-provost-enrollment-management The Vice Provost for Enrollment Management serves as the senior leader in the KCU Office of Admissions. The Vice Provost designs strategy and assures execution on a wide range of enrollment management functions and services, including but not limited to, all enrollment strategies and tactics for the College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Biosciences (Master's in Biosciences and Doctor of Clinical Psychology), College of Dental Medicine, dual degree program recruitment, and other newly developed academic programs. In addition, the Vice Provost will oversee the Director of Admissions and take an active role in crafting a successful...
Mar 15, 2025
Full time
Faculty, Anesthesiologist Assistant Program
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Faculty, Anesthesiologist Assistant Program R-0002488 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) in Joplin, Missouri, is excited to announce teaching faculty opportunities for the Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant (MHS-AA) program, set to launch in January 2026. This 28-month clinical master's degree program is designed to prepare Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAA)-highly-skilled medical professionals who work within the Anesthesia Care Team to administer anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Positions will start in 2025 and 2026. *CAAs and anesthesiologists interested to volunteer by providing content and/or instruction for a specific topic ("one-off") are encouraged to submit to this posting and describe in a cover letter their area(s) of expertise, anticipated contribution (content only, in person or virtual instruction, combination, etc), and desired time commitment. Position...
Mar 14, 2025
Full time
Associate Professor of Foundational Sciences
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Associate Professor of Foundational Sciences R-0002426 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an Assistant/ Associate Professor as full-time biomedical sciences faculty for a new dental college in Joplin, Missouri. The incumbent will be responsible for contributing to the development of the biomedical sciences teaching and implementing it through interactive pedagogy designed for the adult learner. The College of Dental Medicine's educational program integrates topics of foundational biological sciences with systems-based, clinically-focused case studies to achieve the overarching objective of preparing students to become community-based primary care clinicians. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Candidates must demonstrate a passion for the application of basic and biomedical sciences that are foundational to patient care. Candidates should have a strong desire to teach and to conduct research....
Mar 13, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery R-0002262 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an oral surgeon as full-time or part-time, clinical faculty for our new dental school in Joplin, Missouri. The faculty member will be responsible for the development of the oral surgery, pre-clinical and clinical protocols and procedures, integrating evidence-based best practices with clinical patient care as well as guiding current research and scholarly activity in oral surgery. The oral surgery faculty member will collaborate with, and educate the dental Group Practice Leaders, Assistant Group Practice Leaders, simulation faculty, and clinical faculty in the current science of oral surgery for patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Candidates must demonstrate a passion for dentistry and the application of oral surgery therapy didactic principles to preclinical and...
Mar 13, 2025
Full time
Director of COM Research
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Director of COM Research R-0002413 Kansas City CampusJoplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as the Director of Research for the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM). Reporting directly to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, the Director of COM Research provides leadership for developing and enhancing medical school research strategies, processes and policies and provides guidance in operationalizing faculty and student research. The Director of COM Research will collaborate with the University departments including Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, Population Health and Equity, Institutional Effectiveness and other programs and departments engaged in advancing the research mission at the University. The position will include faculty appointment with opportunities to engage in teaching and applicable service related activities. Essential...
Mar 07, 2025
Full time
Dean of the College of Biosciences and Vice Provost for Research
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Dean of the College of Biosciences and Vice Provost for Research R-0002486 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: KCU has partnered with Isaacson and Miller to conduct our search for the Dean of the College of Biosciences and Vice Provost for Research. This role is pivotal in shaping the university's academic and research missions and requires a dynamic leader who can drive innovation, inspire faculty, and foster a thriving academic and research environment. As the chief academic and research officer of the College of Biosciences (COB) and the university's Vice Provost for Research, this position provides strategic leadership for the academic, personnel, financial, and administrative affairs of the COB while advancing the university's research mission. This dual role is responsible for developing innovative academic programs, enhancing research initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, research, and service. The role also involves...
Mar 04, 2025
Full time
Senior FP&A Analyst
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Senior FP&A Analyst R-0002484 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join their Finance team. This role is crucial for maintaining and updating the University's financial forecasts, supporting the budget process, and evaluating new initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial software systems and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Update and improve the University's monthly and long-term financial forecast models Assist with maintaining and enhancing the budget and planning system within Workday and Adaptive Planning Lead budget discussions with departments to develop accurate, strategically aligned budgets Analyze financial variances and trends throughout the year Provide timely and accurate financial reports to...
Mar 01, 2025
Full time
GME Quality Improvement and Research Specialist
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
GME Quality Improvement and Research Specialist R-0002482 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: The Quality Improvement (QI) and Research Specialist supports Kansas City University's (KCU) GME community by fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement, patient safety, and scholarly activity. The specialist collaborates with residents, fellows, faculty, and institutional leaders to implement QI initiatives, enhance research opportunities, and ensure compliance with ACGME standards, including Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) requirements. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and oversee QI/PS initiatives across GME programs Teach QI and PS concepts to residents, fellows, and faculty Maintain a centralized catalog of QI projects and outcomes Conduct audits, analyze data, and collaborate with the DIO on improvements Lead meetings with clinical site QI and risk management staff Manage data...
Feb 25, 2025
Full time
Senior Vice Provost for Student Success
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Senior Vice Provost for Student Success R-0002478 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Staff Job Description: The Senior Vice Provost for Student Success is a pivotal role that shapes the student experience at KCU, championing student engagement, success, and equity across all programs and campuses. This position is integral to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation while prioritizing student development and support. The Senior Vice Provost reports directly to the Provost and serves as the Chief Student Affairs Officer, responsible for overseeing and enhancing the KCU student experience. This role ensures excellence, empathy, and equity in student engagement, success, and support while advocating for students at the highest institutional levels. The Vice Provost develops, implements, and maintains best practices for student services, including student affairs, counseling services, learning enhancement, and success programming. This position provides operational...
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine R-0002401 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Kansas City Campus, (KCU-COM KC) is building a team of leaders in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) and is seeking exceptional candidates for a full-time faculty position in the Department of OMM in Kansas City, MO. The position reports to the Chair of the Kansas City campus Department of OMM and is open to new or experienced osteopathic physicians. Within your application materials, please include the three following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your teaching philosophy If you have challenges attaching multiple documents, please email them to Angela Howard: ahoward@kansascity.edu Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve the college through teaching, research and scholarly activity,...
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthodontics R-0002261 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an orthodontist as full-time or part-time, clinical faculty for our new dental school in Joplin, Missouri. The faculty member will be responsible for the development of the didactic, pre-clinical and clinical orthodontic protocols and procedures, integrating evidence-based best practices with clinical patient care as well as guiding current research and scholarly activity in orthodontic therapy. The faculty member will collaborate with, and educate the dental Group Practice Leaders, Assistant Group Practice Leaders, simulation faculty, and clinical faculty in the current science of orthodontics for patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Candidates must demonstrate a passion for dentistry and the application of orthodontic therapy didactic principles to preclinical and clinical patient...
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Foundational Sciences
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Foundational Sciences R-0002463 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University seeks an Assistant/ Associate Professor as full-time biomedical sciences faculty the new Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant Program and the College of Dental Medicine at the campus in Joplin, Missouri. The faculty will be responsible for contributing to the development of the foundational and biomedical sciences program and implementing said program through innovative pedagogy and digital technology designed for the adult learner. The educational programs integrate topics of foundational biological sciences with systems-based, clinically-focused case studies to achieve the overarching objective of preparing students to become community-based primary care clinicians. Within your application materials, please include the following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your...
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Primary Care
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Primary Care R-0002442 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Kansas City Campus, (KCU-COM KC) is building a team of leaders in the Department of Primary Care and is seeking exceptional candidates for a full-time faculty position in Kansas City, MO. The position reports to the Chair of the Kansas City campus Department of Primary Care and is open to new or experienced osteopathic physicians. Within your application materials, please include the three following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your teaching philosophy Please email these documents to Angela Howard: ahoward@kansascity.edu Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve the college through teaching, research, scholarly activity, service, and patient care as assigned by the Chair of the Primary Care Department Responsible for...
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Director of Bioethics
Kansas City University Kansas City, MO, USA
Director of Bioethics R-0002469 Kansas City Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is searching for a Director of Bioethics. The successful candidate will be a scholar who provides intellectual and administrative leadership for the Bioethics faculty on the Kansas City (KC) and Joplin campuses. This faculty person is an ethicist and humanist with relevant academic credentials in Bioethics. The Director will be responsible for academic programming and administrative operations for sustaining and growing this vital and thriving program. The Director will participate in teaching and ensure the delivery of the Master of Arts in Bioethics degree as well as the integration and delivery of Bioethics content into all degree programs and affiliated educational programs of KCU. The Director will demonstrate excellence in leadership, program development, teaching, inclusive of online courses, scholarly work, and professional service. A background of...
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Endodontics - Signing Bonus
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Endodontics - Signing Bonus R-0002180 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: $25,000 Signing Bonus plus Relocation Assistance Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine seeks an endodontist as full-time, clinical faculty for our dental school in Joplin, Missouri. The faculty member is responsible for the development of the didactic, pre-clinical and clinical endodontic protocols and procedures, integrating evidence-based best practices with clinical patient care as well as guiding current research and scholarly activity in endodontic therapy. The endodontic faculty member will collaborate with, and educate the dental Group Practice Leaders, Assistant Group Practice Leaders, simulation faculty, and clinical faculty in the current science of endodontics for patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Candidates must demonstrate a passion for dentistry and the application of endodontic therapy...
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Primary Care
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Primary Care R-0002249 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: The Assistant/Associate Professor will be assigned teaching, scholarly activity, service, and clinical practice responsibilities as a faculty member in the COM. They will report to the Chair of the Department of Primary Care and participate and assist the Department Chair and colleagues in the development and implementation of curricula to integrate the medical specialties in team-based, large and small group learning environments as well as physical exam and clinical teaching. Within your application materials, please include the three following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your teaching philosophy If you have challenges attaching multiple documents, please email documents to Angela Howard Talent Acquisition Coordinator at ahoward@kansascity.edu Essential Duties and Responsibilities:...
Jan 25, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Adjunct Assistant Professor - College of Dental Medicine (DDS/DMD)
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Adjunct Assistant Professor - College of Dental Medicine (DDS/DMD) R-0002129 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine invites applications for part time adjunct faculty members in the general practice of dentistry for the KCU Oral Health Center. The College expects to serve patients across the lifespan in the four-state region, expanding access to dental care in this underserved rural area. Faculty must be motivated and engaged clinicians who are excited to help build an innovative and dynamic academic and clinical dental medicine program, educating the next generation of dentists while providing comprehensive care to a rural and diverse group of patients. Adjunct faculty members will work with the Group Practice Leaders (GPLs), Assistant Group Practice Leaders (AGPLs) and Group Practice Coordinators (GPCs) to oversee the students, patients and staff assigned to their groups and assist in the management of all...
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Pathology R-0002203 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is adding to our Pathology team and is seeking a new Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology & Anatomical Sciences. This individual will contribute to the education of students; engage in service opportunities to effectively and positively promote the University, the discipline, and the profession; and actively engage in the advancement of research and/or scholarly activities. The position is in part to fulfill "in-person" teaching obligations on the Joplin campus. However, the opportunity is open to individuals who would want to be primarily stationed on the Kansas City campus with commute to the Joplin campus to cover lectures, live teaching sessions, and other required in person responsibilities, including commencement and White Coat ceremonies. Within your application materials, please include the three...
Jan 25, 2025
Part time / Adjunct
Adjunct Assistant Professor - Primary Care (DO/MD)
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Adjunct Assistant Professor - Primary Care (DO/MD) R-0002222 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: The Adjunct Assistant/Associate Professor will be assigned teaching, scholarly activity, service, and clinical practice responsibilities as a part-time faculty member in the COM. They will report to the Chair of the Department of Primary Care and participate and assist the Department Chair and colleagues in the development and delivery of curricula to integrate the medical specialties in team-based, large and small group learning environments as well as physical exam and clinical teaching. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Continuously prepares and teaches course material throughout the four-year DO curriculum, which may include assignments in the classroom setting, teaching physical exam and/or osteopathic manipulative medicine laboratories, simulation events and/or remote web-based education. Teaching assignments in medical simulations includes...
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Kansas City University Joplin, MO, USA
Assistant/Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine R-0001424 Joplin Campus Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University is building a team of leaders in Osteopathic Medicine and is seeking exceptional candidates for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) in Joplin, MO. The position reports to the Chair of the Department of OMM and is open to new or experienced providers. Within your application materials, please include the three following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your teaching philosophy If you have challenges attaching multiple documents, please email them to Angela Howard: ahoward@kansascity.edu Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve the college through teaching, research and scholarly activity, service and patient care as assigned by the Chair of OMM. Responsible for designing and delivering innovative...