This position is within the NUHS College of Professional Studies located in Lombard, IL.  

The Naturopathic Medicine Program, Department of Clinical Sciences at National University of Health Sciences seeks a full-time non-tenure track faculty member.  Successful candidates will be responsible for teaching clinical didactic courses, mentoring and advising students, participating in assigned University committees, and engaging in scholarly activities such as research.   

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of this position is teaching in the Clinical Sciences Department for the Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine programs. The faculty member shall be prepared academically to teach students in the classroom and to assist students by providing appropriate counsel. The faculty member is responsible for classroom and laboratory teaching duties as assigned by the chairperson.  (S)he is charged with helping the student learn through appropriate teaching methods, assessing the knowledge and skills, and reporting that learning to the student and the Dean of the College of Professional Studies, Assistant Deans or their designee, and the Chair of Clinical Sciences.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• To teach and/or facilitate the assigned hours of lecture, discussion, laboratory or clinic internship. 
• To participate with the chairperson in maintaining and advancing curriculum content for the assigned course and the program at large. 
• To assume responsibility for participating in the vital functions of the Program, not only in its day to day operation, but also in its role as an integral part of the University; particularly with regard to Mission and Goals. 
• To serve as a model of professionalism to interns, students and colleagues, as evidenced by exemplary conduct, dialogue and decorum. 
• To carry out all necessary administrative and reporting functions as required by University policy or assigned by the academic dean such as a syllabus, grade and attendance submission. 
• To develop instructional materials. 
• To develop evaluation instruments for the assessment of student learning and practical skills. 
• To provide feedback to the student and the Dean of the College of Professional Studies and the Assistant Deans (or designee) regarding the assessment outcomes. 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Attendance at University-scheduled activities such as graduation ceremonies, etc. 
• Plan or conduct special workshops or seminars. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates must have a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from an Accredited program by the Council on Naturopathic Medical Education, with a minimum of three years of experience in teaching and/or clinical practice.  The preferred candidate will have both education and clinical experience, possess excellent communication and organizational abilities, and the ability to consistently instruct and counsel students in an informative and professional manner 

How to Apply

Application materials should include a complete Curriculum Vitae, unofficial transcripts, practicing license, three letters of recommendation, and a 2–3-page description of current and future goals, including separate sections on teaching goals, and professional contributions to the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion to [email protected] 

NUHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer