Pathology - Foundational Sciences Faculty; Medical Faculty

Posting Number: F-1030

College/Unit: College of Medicine

Home Department: College of Medicine

Employee Group: Medical Faculty

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Type: 12 month

Position Classification: Medical Faculty

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Covenant Health Care College of Medicine at Central Michigan University is seeking a basic science medical faculty with emphasis on teaching Pathology in our Foundational Sciences Discipline. This position assumes an educational role working with other faculty in implementing a highly integrated, cross-disciplinary, and inquiry-based medical school curriculum that includes peer-instruction, case-based and team-based learning. In addition to teaching, the selected candidate will be expected to conduct research and deliver research/scholarly outcomes.

The college supports many different types of research and provides various levels of financial support dependent on type of research being conducted, past research activity, and percentage of expected research time. This is an open rank position depending on credentials and may either be non-tenure track or tenure track. Anticipated start date is Summer 2026.

• Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, MD, DO).
• Experience in, and strong commitment to, innovative approaches to education and learning in medical school setting.
• Ability and commitment to facilitate interactive learning in large and small group settings.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills.
• Experience incorporating inclusive, accessible, and equitable practices into pedagogical and/or research.
• Research/scholarly activity; all areas will be considered.
• Candidates interested in advanced rank must have significant relevant medical school teaching experience of high quality in both large and small group settings.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Experience with interdisciplinary integrated curriculum.
• Broad experience in normal systems structure and function, and functional disturbances in disease (pathophysiology).
• Experience in patient, case, and/or problem-based medical education.
• Experience with, or a strong knowledge of, pedagogical approaches such as team-based learning.
• Evidence of working in teams.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

Covenant Health Care College of Medicine at Central Michigan University educates diverse students and trains culturally competent physicians to provide comprehensive health care and services to underserved populations in Michigan and beyond. Our faculty, staff, and graduates advance health and wellness through exceptional education, innovative research, quality patient care, and strategic collaborations to improve the health and well‑being of individuals and communities.

03/02/2026

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