Assistant Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Company: Lincoln Memorial University
Location: Harrogate
Posted on: May 25, 2025

Job Description:

Shape the Future of Osteopathic Medicine at LMU-DCOM

At Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM), we're training mission-driven physicians to transform healthcare in underserved communities. We're seeking a dedicated educator-clinician to join our team in Harrogate, Tennessee and lead in the teaching and application of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM).
This role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence the next generation of osteopathic physicians through hands-on instruction, clinical mentorship, and student-focused education.

Why LMU-DCOM?


Job Duties:





Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large;









promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students;









contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the LMU-DCOM Knoxville location;









promote by precept and example a general atmosphere within the LMU-DCOM of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry;









maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence in teaching;









promote clinical service and demonstrate adequate standards of professional linguistic expression in writing and speech;









have on file in the appropriate office an outline and list of the goals and objectives for each lecture;









carry out lecture, seminar, small group discussion and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities effectively;









help present a course and/or small group discussions;









prepare examination questions as well as grade a course or portion of course;









meet classes according to published schedule









serve as an active member of the department, working closely with the department head to further the department and College mission and vision;









commit to working in a professional multicultural environment that fosters diversity;









provide clinical service/patient care and bedside teaching for students in the clinical setting;









participate in clinic quality assurance and other service evaluation activities;









generate and present lecture and lab material that directly prepares students to meet testable, described goals;









explain the use and effect of Osteopathic Manipulation in terms of the basic science taught in 1st and 2nd year medical school curriculum;









explain the role and effect of Osteopathic Manipulation in the various medical specialties;









teach the skills and approaches of Osteopathic Manipulation in the context of how they can actually be used effectively in practice;









serve as an example to learners and colleagues of appropriate professional behavior;









participate in scholarly activity;









serve as mentor to medical and other students;









provide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and or elected committees as required;









complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs;









demonstrate and supervise students during clinical educational activities utilizing standardized patients and/or volunteer patients;









supervise students during authorized and approved patient care events including health fairs, sports physicals, or community outreach programs; and









perform other duties as assigned.






Posting Detail Information





Posting Number
F00759P


Job Open Date
04/01/2025


Job Close Date
09/30/2025


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions Summary

#RPMHarrogate, Tennessee



About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or .



AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.



Background Check Statement

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.



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