Assistant Professor in Medical Education & Scholarship at Rowan University – United States

Summary

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking an Assistant Professor in Medical Education & Scholarship. The successful candidate will teach physiology and/or biochemistry, facilitate problem-based learning (PBL) small groups, and deliver large group lectures. Responsibilities also include student evaluations, curriculum development, and medical education research. Applicants must hold a terminal degree (PhD, DO, or MD) with expertise in physiology and/or biochemistry, and preferably have at least three years of experience teaching medical students and facilitating PBL. The position is tenure-eligible, with a salary range of $104,000 to $124,000. The application deadline is November 13, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Medical Education and Scholarship
Position Type	Assistant Professor
Discipline	Medical Education
Research Area	Medical Education Research
Degree Required	Terminal degree (PhD, DO, or MD)
Experience	At least 3 years experience teaching medical students and small group facilitation, specifically PBL experience, is preferred.
Salary	$104,000 to $124,000
Contract Duration	Tenure eligible
Deadline	2026-11-13
Employer Address	Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Stratford, New Jersey, United States

About the Project

The faculty member is expected to contribute to medical education research. This involves activities such as case review, case-writing, case-enhancement, item writing for exams, and faculty development, all within the context of improving medical education.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach physiology and/or biochemistry content
• Facilitate in-person small groups of problem-based learning (PBL)
• Provide large group lectures
• Cover faculty duties in the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Physician Assistant program, and the School of Translational Biomedical Engineering and Sciences
• Be available to answer students' questions in content areas of expertise
• Complete mid-block (formative) and end-of-block (summative) student evaluations
• Ensure all evaluations are executed using the specified template
• Contribute to case review, case-writing, case-enhancement, and item writing for exams
• Participate in training for PBL and ongoing faculty development programs
• Ensure support for student learning through collaboration with the Center for Student Success (CSS) and/or Office of Faculty Development
• Know curriculum policies and procedures related to pre-clerkship delivery
• Participate in academic committees as assigned
• Schedule vacations during students' time off in winter, spring, and summer whenever possible
• Provide prior notification for conferences or vacation to arrange a substitute
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department of Medical Education and Scholarship

Required Skills

• Expertise in physiology and/or biochemistry
• Ability to teach medical students
• Small group facilitation skills, specifically PBL experience
• Commitment to learning how to facilitate problem-based learning
• Ability to collaborate with student support and faculty development offices
• Knowledge of curriculum policies and procedures related to pre-clerkship delivery

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for individuals with a terminal degree (PhD, DO, or MD) in physiology and/or biochemistry, who have experience in medical education, particularly in teaching medical students and facilitating problem-based learning. Candidates should be committed to ongoing faculty development in PBL and medical education research. Physician applicants may also have clinical duties or teaching in a simulation center.

Benefits

• Comprehensive NJ state health benefits
• Comprehensive NJ state dental benefits
• NJ state retirement benefits
• Extensive accrued time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for employee attending Rowan University, Glassboro
• Tuition reimbursement for spouse attending Rowan University, Glassboro (undergraduate degrees only)
• Tuition reimbursement for dependents attending Rowan University, Glassboro (undergraduate degrees only)

About the Employer

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) is seeking a faculty member for its Department of Medical Education and Scholarship. The institution has campuses in Stratford, NJ, and Sewell, NJ. It offers programs including the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Physician Assistant program, and the School of Translational Biomedical Engineering and Sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary teaching responsibilities of this position?

The primary teaching responsibilities include teaching physiology and/or biochemistry content, facilitating in-person small groups of problem-based learning (PBL), and providing large group lectures.

What degree is required for this position?

A terminal degree (PhD, DO, or MD) with expertise in physiology and/or biochemistry is required.

Is prior teaching experience necessary?

At least 3 years of experience teaching medical students and small group facilitation, specifically PBL experience, is preferred.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $104,000 to $124,000.

Are there any restrictions for international applicants?

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the University will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.

Is this a tenure-track position?

Yes, this faculty appointment is tenure-eligible and may be granted upon successful completion of criteria listed in the Rowan-Virtua SOM Faculty Bylaws.