At Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine (BUCOM), we are shaping the next generation of compassionate physicians. As part of the Baptist Memorial Health Care system, one of the largest healthcare networks in the Mid-South, BUCOM offers hands-on clinical training in diverse medical settings. Our state-of-the-art, 100,000-square-foot facility in Memphis provides an innovative learning environment, preparing students for impactful careers in primary care and beyond.

BUCOM is dedicated to addressing health care needs in urban, underserved, and rural communities. 

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Biomedical Sciences Faculty, Human Gross Anatomy, Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 40165
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Overview

*** This position is on-site in Memphis, TN ***

Summary

The Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Memphis, TN, is seeking a full-time, open-rank faculty member in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Human Gross Anatomy. This non-tenure-track role involves teaching Anatomy across the curriculum, contributing to assessment and curriculum development, engaging in scholarly activity and service, and supporting the mission of preparing well-rounded physicians. 

Responsibilities 

  • Participate in teaching, scholarly activities, and service in the Osteopathic School of Medicine with a goal of producing competent and holistic Physicians
  • Participate and/or direct multidisciplinary curricular courses and formative and summative assessment of learners predominantly in the first and second years of the Osteopathic medical curriculum
  • Provide instructional experiences that support the mission and goals of the College and University
  • Work with leadership to assess educational outcomes and use data to perform quality improvement of instructional methodology and curriculum
  • Full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position under the administrative direction of the Biomedical Science Department Chair and Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
  • May occasionally require hours beyond an 8-hour workday
  • Distribution of time to be spent in Teaching, Research & Scholarly Activity, Service, Administration, and Clinical Practice (if applicable) negotiated annually based on faculty career goals, college and administrative needs, and meeting accreditation standards.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

  • DO, MD, or PhD in a designated biomedical science field (Anatomy, Anthropology, Biomedical Sciences) in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching, preferably at a medical school
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist University Health Sciences
  • Proficiency using computers with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in a university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur
  • Track record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or research
  • Robust research portfolio or peer-reviewed publications
  • Evidence of a national and/or international reputation in given field
  • Ability to teach gross anatomy, embryology and histology (including lab) is an advantage (only applicable for Anatomy position)
  • Participation in professional and community organizations

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Biomedical Sciences Faculty, Physiology, Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 30377
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Overview

*** This position is on-site in Memphis, TN ***

Summary
The Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Memphis, TN, is seeking a full-time, open-rank faculty member in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Physiology. This non-tenure-track role involves teaching anatomy across the curriculum, contributing to assessment and curriculum development, engaging in scholarly activity and service, and supporting the mission of preparing well-rounded physicians.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in teaching, scholarly activities, and service in the Osteopathic School of Medicine with a goal of producing competent and holistic Physicians
  • Participate and/or direct multidisciplinary curricular courses and formative and summative assessment of learners predominantly in the first and second years of the Osteopathic medical curriculum
  • Provide instructional experiences that support the mission and goals of the College and University
  • Work with leadership to assess educational outcomes and use data to perform quality improvement of instructional methodology and curriculum
  • Full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position under the administrative direction of the Biomedical Science Department Chair and Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
  • May occasionally require hours beyond an 8-hour workday
  • Distribution of time to be spent in Teaching, Research & Scholarly Activity, Service, Administration, and Clinical Practice (if applicable) negotiated annually based on faculty career goals, college and administrative needs, and meeting accreditation standards.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

  • DO, MD, or PhD in a designated biomedical science field (Physiology, Biology) in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching, preferably at a medical school
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist University Health Sciences
  • Proficiency using computers with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur
  • Track record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or research
  • Robust research portfolio or peer-reviewed publications
  • Evidence of a national and/or international reputation in given field
  • Ability to teach gross anatomy, embryology and histology (including lab) is an advantage (only applicable for Anatomy position)
  • Participation in professional and community organizations

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Biomedical Sciences Faculty, Pathology, Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 30372
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Overview

*** This position is on-site in Memphis, TN ***

Summary
The Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Memphis, TN, is seeking a full-time, open-rank faculty member in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Pathology. This non-tenure-track role involves teaching Pathology across the curriculum, contributing to assessment and curriculum development, engaging in scholarly activity and service, and supporting the mission of preparing well-rounded physicians.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in teaching, scholarly activities, and service in the Osteopathic School of Medicine with a goal of producing competent and holistic Physicians
  • Participate and/or direct multidisciplinary curricular courses and formative and summative assessment of learners predominantly in the first and second years of the Osteopathic medical curriculum
  • Provide instructional experiences that support the mission and goals of the College and University
  • Work with leadership to assess educational outcomes and use data to perform quality improvement of instructional methodology and curriculum
  • Full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position under the administrative direction of the Biomedical Science Department Chair and Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
  • May occasionally require hours beyond an 8-hour workday
  • Distribution of time to be spent in Teaching, Research & Scholarly Activity, Service, Administration, and Clinical Practice (if applicable) negotiated annually based on faculty career goals, college and administrative needs, and meeting accreditation standards. 

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

  • DO, MD, or PhD in a designated biomedical science field (Pathology) in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching, preferably at a medical school
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist University Health Sciences
  • Proficiency using computers with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur
  • Track record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or research
  • Robust research portfolio or peer-reviewed publications
  • Evidence of a national and/or international reputation in given field
  • Participation in professional and community organizations

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Chair of Clinical Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 30386
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Summary
Plan, direct, implement programs, policies and procedures for the Department of Clinical Sciences that ensures the integration of scientifically based, outcome evaluated clinical knowledge and skills, biomedical sciences, and osteopathic principles and practices for predoctoral and/or postdoctoral students, provide service to the university and professional communities and engage in innovative scholarship and research to advance medical knowledge.

  • Provide oversight and direction for the Department of Clinical Sciences faculty and staff in planning, developing and implementing the College's curriculum.
     
  • Supervise and evaluate the performance of the Department of Clinical Sciences faculty and staff annually or as indicated by policy, report evaluations to the Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Education, make recommendations for discipline, promotion and recognition of faculty and develop a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and advancement for each of the faculty members.
     
  • Provide oversight and direction for the education and instruction of medical students and other health care profession students while providing mentorship and motivation for learning, research and scholarly activity in classroom environments, clinical settings, active learning groups, laboratory experience and research opportunities.
     
  • Plan, develop, and manage the Department of Clinical Sciences budget to allow the department to implement educational programs for the COM, ensure effective and efficient operational functions and procedures consistent with established college policies.
     
  • Demonstrate adaptability and the willingness to assist the university and college in fulfilling its mission and vision though teaching, academic administrative duties (course/system coordinator), providing patient care, and community service and/or perform special duties as assigned.
     
  • Participate in professional and clinical services in a clinical setting consistent with training and degree as assigned by administration.
     
  • Provide service to the university community and students through serving on COM and department committees, providing leadership, mentorship and expertise to student, participating in community outreach events and with professional organizations or groups as assigned by the Dean.
     

Education

Minimum: Terminal degree (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) with current Board Certification in a Primary care Specialty of Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.

Experience

Minimum: Demonstrated leadership, productivity, and administrative experience in clinical, professional, research or educational settings. Seven years (7) academic experience as a full-time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic Medicine or seven years (7) experience as a full-time faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program.  

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: Must have an active medical license and Eligible to be board certified by AOA or ABMS. Eligible for coverage by college's malpractice insurer if applicable. 

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Physician, Clinical Faculty, OB/GYN, Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 34299
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Part Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Summary
This is a ranked faculty position in the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Each physician faculty member will have duties as assigned in the the domains of teaching, research & scholarly activity, service, administration and clinical practice.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in teaching, scholarly activities, and service in the osteopathic School of Medicine with a goal of producing competent and holistic physicians
  • Participate and/or direct multidisciplinary curricular courses and formative and summative assessment of learners including clinical courses during the third and fourth year of the osteopathic medical curriculum
  • Provide instructional experiences that support the mission and goals of the College and University
  • Work with leadership to assess educational outcomes and use data to perform quality improvement of instructional methodology and curriculum
  • Full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position under the administrative direction of the Department Chair and Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs
  • May occasionally require hours beyond an 8-hour workday
  • Distribution of time to be spent in Teaching, Research & Scholarly Activity, Service, Administration, and Clinical Practice negotiated annually based on faculty career goals, college and administrative needs, and meeting accreditation standards.
  • Requirements, Preferences and Experience
  • DO or MD degree with AOA or ABMS board certification or board eligibility in designated clinical field, or terminal degree in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist University Health Sciences
  • Proficiency using computer with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur.

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Physician, Clinical Faculty, General Surgery, Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 30381
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Summary

This is a ranked faculty position in the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Each physician faculty member will have duties as assigned in the domains of teaching, research & scholarly activity, service, administration and clinical practice. Candidates for the level of full professor will need a demonstrated record of both time and excellence in both academic and clinical domains.

  • Participate in teaching, scholarly activities, and service in the College of Osteopathic Medicine with a goal of producing competent and holistic physicians
  • Participate in and/or direct multidisciplinary curricular courses and formative and summative assessment of learners including clinical courses during the third and fourth year of the Osteopathic medical curriculum
  • Mentor junior faculty in developing instructional experiences that support the mission and goals of the College and University
  • Partner with College leadership to assess educational outcomes and use data to perform quality improvement of instructional methodology and curriculum
  • Full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position under the administrative direction of the Department Chair and Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs
  • May occasionally require hours beyond an 8-hour workday
  • Distribution of time to be spent in Teaching, Research & Scholarly Activity, Service, Administration, and Clinical Practice negotiated annually based on faculty career goals, college and administrative needs, and meeting accreditation standards.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

  • DO or MD degree with AOA or ABMS board certification or board eligibility in designated clinical field, or terminal degree in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching.
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist Health Sciences University.
  • Proficiency using computer with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check.
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur.
  • Evidence of a national and/or international reputation in given field.
  • Robust research portfolio or peer-reviewed publications.
  • Track record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or research.
  • Participation in professional and community organizations.

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Physician, Clinical Faculty, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (NMM/OMM), Open Rank - College of Osteopathic Medicine

Job ID: 30380
Job Category: Academics
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Department: BHSU University
Facility: BHSU University
Location: Memphis, TN

Summary
The College of Osteopathic Medicine at Baptist Health Sciences University (BUCOM) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practice (OPP) primarily for our clinical OMM service (hospital and outpatient office). We are seeking a passionate educator and clinician who will contribute to the teaching, service, clinical practice, and scholarly missions of the college. This is a non-tenure-track position with academic rank and salary determined by qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical care in OMM settings (outpatient and inpatient) to maintain proficiency and support clinical education.
  • Deliver instruction in OPP/OMM across all four years of the DO curriculum, including large and small group settings, clinical labs, and simulation.
  • Serve as Course Director or Co-Director as assigned.
  • Participate in curriculum development, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement.
  • Advise and mentor students academically, professionally, and in research or scholarly activities.
  • Engage in service to the college and community through committee work, admissions activities, events, and outreach.
  • Contribute to scholarly activity through research, publications, presentations, or educational innovation.
     

Minimum Qualifications

  • DO or MD degree with AOA or ABMS board certification or board eligibility in designated clinical field, or terminal degree in a related or academically appropriate area from an accredited institution with demonstrated experience in teaching
  • Commitment to support the mission and vision of Baptist University Health Sciences
  • Proficiency using computer with applications such as Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to stand or sit for periods of time, stand, walk and bend intermittently through the day in university environment with moderate fluctuations in noise and temperature.
  • Must successfully complete and pass requisite pre-employment drug screen/physical and background check.
  • Unrestricted certification/licensure to teach/practice in the State of Tennessee; if DO or MD, must have ability to obtain an active and unrestricted medical license in the state where clinical activities occur 
     

Skills and Competencies

  • Board certification/Board eligibility in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (NMM/OMM).
  • Experience teaching in a College of Osteopathic Medicine or graduate medical education setting.
  • Experience with innovative teaching methods (e.g., simulation, TBL, flipped classroom).
  • Demonstrated involvement in scholarly work and student mentorship.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with instructional technologies and electronic health records.
  • Commitment to belongingness, respect, and professionalism in education and practice.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in team-based environments.

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"The most rewarding part is working with students and helping them prepare for residency."

Dr. Sondra M. Jepson, DHSc, MSW

Why Join Our Team

Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine is part of Baptist Memorial Health Care, one of the country’s largest not-for-profit health care systems with 24 hospitals across Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee. Baptist’s subsidiaries include Baptist Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group with more than 900 providers and 200 clinics, and Baptist Health Services Group, which contracts more than 5,400 licensed providers, 50 hospitals and 126 ancillary facilities. A physician’s opportunities with Baptist are truly limitless and include access to the top minds in the field, the latest technology and a multitude of specialties from primary care and women’s and children’s health to neurology and heart transplants.

A collage of six interior photos of the BUCOM (Baptist University College of Osteopathic Medicine) facility. Images include: a modern lounge area with wall-mounted TVs and patterned seating; a sleek front desk with BUCOM signage; a sunlit seating area with large windows; a spacious classroom with multiple exam tables; a collaborative study space with blue chairs and wood-accented ceiling; and a grand staircase with glass railings in an open, contemporary hallway.