Job ID: 42
Job Title: Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP) Faculty
Location: Greeley, CO
Faculty – Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP)/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM)
University of Northern Colorado College of Osteopathic Medicine (proposed)
Full-Time Position Near the Rocky Mountains
A unique opportunity as Faculty – Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP)/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) for the College of Osteopathic Medicine, a new college at the University of Northern Colorado located near the Rocky Mountains (Greeley, CO)—the fastest-growing metropolitan area in Colorado and one of the fastest-growing in the nation!
The University of Northern Colorado (UNC) was founded as a Normal School in 1889 to meet the need for educators in Greeley and Northern Colorado. 134 years later, UNC finds itself well-positioned to meet another distinct set of needs in the community and region. The proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC COM) will become the third medical college in Colorado and will help the state alleviate its shortage of physicians, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
With only 43 accredited colleges of osteopathic medicine in the United States—only seven of which are at public universities—UNC COM will be joining a select group of D.O. colleges that attract students from not just Colorado and the region, but across the country.
Over the past two years, the university has made considerable progress to make their vision for a new medical college a reality. Key accomplishments include receiving Candidate Status with the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), receiving statutory authorization from the state to offer specialized degree programs in osteopathic medicine, hiring the founding dean and the chair of OPP for the proposed college, obtaining the necessary clinical rotation sites, securing the necessary capital funding from the state of Colorado, and securing over $31 million in philanthropic funding to help with start-up costs.
To help meet this critical need, the proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine at UNC is pleased to launch a national search for its Faculty – Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP)/(OMM). The initial class of students will matriculate in fall 2026.
Position Overview:
Reporting Structure:
This faculty member will report to the Chair of OPP and work collaboratively with other faculty and administration.
Qualifications:
Required Professional Qualifications/Experience:
- Current Board Certification by the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine or a Certificate of Special Proficiency in Osteopathic Manual Medicine (CSPOMM) preferred. Individuals holding current board certification in other specialties who have demonstrated additional OMT education and practice in OMT will be considered.
- Valid and active medical license with the ability to be fully licensed in Colorado.
- A minimum of one (1) year of academic experience as faculty and/or training at a College of Osteopathic Medicine or School of Medicine preferred.
Personal Characteristics and Preferred Qualifications:
- A collaborative working style, with a commitment to student success.
- Strong understanding of Core Competencies and Entrustable Professional Activities in medical education.
- Experience working with accreditation standards and knowledge of test question metrics, including NBOME/NBME style exam items preferred.
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on transparency and respect.
- Ability to foster innovation in medical education and effectively manage change.
- Commitment to integrity, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making.
- Initiative and motivation to drive tasks and projects to completion.
- Ability to develop and motivate students and colleagues, promoting a culture of growth and upward mobility.
Application Process:
Confidential inquiries, nominations and applications (CV, Letter of Interest, and Contact Information for 3 Professional References) and can be directed to University of Northern Colorado’s executive search partner Eric Dickerson at Kaye/Bassman International via email at ericd@kbic.com /academicmedicine@kbic.com
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Salary and Benefits Information:
This position may be filled by either a contract renewable or tenure track faculty member, to be determined at the point of offer after consideration of applicable experience and credentials. Individuals who currently hold tenure at a regionally accredited institution may be recommended for tenure/retreat rights at UNC after consultation with appropriate faculty groups and university administration and upon approval by the Board of Trustees.
Academic rank and salary are dependent upon the selected applicant’s current rank and experience. The salary range for an assistant, associate or full professor in this position is: $180,000 – $225,000. UNC offers competitive pay and a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, paid vacation, sick, and holidays.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
