Midwestern University

Clinical Care Faculty Education and/or Experience    The Clinical Care Faculty (CCF) must have earned a DDS/DMD degree. An Arizona License and DEA License are also required. The applicant should have a minimum of five (5) years in private/clinical practice environment. The applicant should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The applicant should be conversant in modern digital technologies, techniques, and dental materials. Reporting to the Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) of the respective suite, the CCF will: Advise the CCC on college-wide academic issues to assist in moving the institution to its vision of academic excellence Maintain an open-door policy on the part of administrators and faculty for students in need of counseling Establish a welcoming atmosphere to improve morale and to promote collegiality among students, staff and faculty Be a positive role model for students...

Are you passionate about Anesthesia and committed to teaching and clinical excellence? We have a faculty position for you! Midwestern University is dedicated to preparing our students to meet the growing needs of society. We invite passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team for a full-time faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesiology that can be tailored to your experiences and career goals. We welcome applicants of any level to apply for this position on either a tenure or clinical track. Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Veterinary Anesthesiology.  This appointment can be tenure-track or clinical-track, depending on the goals of the applicant.  The successful candidate will be part of a team of four anesthesiologists who provide clinical services for small and large animal patients in the Animal Health Institute and who participate in anesthesiology, clinical skills, and elective...

Are you passionate about Exotic Animal Medicine and committed to teaching and clinical excellence? We have a faculty position for you! Midwestern University is dedicated to preparing our students to meet the growing needs of society. We invite passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team for a full-time faculty position in Exotic Animal Medicine that can be tailored to your experiences, species preferences, and career goals. We welcome faculty of any rank to apply for this position on either a tenure or clinical track. Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Exotic Animal Medicine.  This appointment can be tenure-track or non-tenure-track, depending on the goals of the applicant. We are building our team of clinicians who will provide clinical services for exotic animal patients in the Companion Animal Clinic and local external partners working with wildlife, aquatic, and zoo species. Faculty...

Midwestern University (MWU) is excited to offer a one-year internship focused on Small Animal Internal Medicine. This program is intended to provide intensive clinical training and faculty mentorship to prepare the intern for the rigors of an internal medicine residency. The Midwestern University Companion Animal Clinic is a modern and innovative veterinary hospital for small animals. The 110,000 sq. ft. building contains state-of-the-art surgical, dental, and intensive care facilities, and is equipped with digital radiography, fluoroscopy, C-arm, 32-slice CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and arthroscopy facilities. Additional services include dialysis medicine, therapeutic plasma exchange and a blood bank. The intern will work primarily with Drs. Jared Jaffey and Laura Rayhel. The internal medicine service runs five days per week under the supervision of one of these faculty members, on an alternating basis. The IM specialty intern can expect to see approximately 4...

  Summary This individual will be responsible for serving in a coordination role for the Standardized Patient (SP) Program at the Midwestern University – Downers Grove campus. The position reports to the Standardized Patient Program Manager of the Clinical Skills and Simulation Center – Downers Grove. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the recruitment, training and orientation of Standardized Patients. Monitor Standardized Patient (SP) performances. This includes all aspects of case portrayal such as delivering details, affect, fidelity and physical simulation. Observe videos of Standardized Patients for quality assurance purposes to ensure standardization and implement retraining or removal as needed. Oversee SP data base, attendance and assist in the preparation and monitoring of inventory needed for clinical education activities involving Standardized Patients. Administration and support of SP Payroll including data entry and timely submission...

Summary The Veterinary Technician will be responsible for all of the essentials related to wellness care in the Companion Animal Clinic, a busy general practice.  This position reports to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor at the Animal Health Institute.  Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on clinical support needs.  This is a day shift position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities    Assist in setting up surgical and treatment areas and restraining animals for procedures and treatments Admit patients to clinic and follow protocols, not applicable for overnight shift Create accurate hospitalization and treatment estimates Ensure correct charges are completed in EMR daily Assist with anesthesia administration and monitoring Assist with surgical procedures as needed Responsible for radiography, venipuncture, catheter placement and bandage changes. Monitor physical and medical conditions of hospitalized patients including pain assessment...

Summary The University Store Associate is integral to the daily functions of the Midwestern University Store. This role involves providing exceptional customer service, assisting with inventory management, and ensuring the store is well-organized and welcoming. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role. The University Store Associate will assist students and faculty in accessing necessary educational materials and resources, contributing to the overall academic success of the university community. This position will report to the University Store Manager. The hours for this position are Tuesday-Saturday 9:00 am-5:30 pm. Essential Responsibilities       Greet and assist customers in locating and purchasing books, supplies, and merchandise. Operate the cash register and handle transactions accurately. Receive, unpack, and organize incoming merchandise. Maintain an orderly and visually appealing store layout. Monitor inventory...

Summary The Assistant Director, Body Donation Program is primarily responsible for performing duties similar to those of an embalmer. In addition, this person will maintain building facilities, supplies, and equipment that relate to the Body Donation Program.   This position reports to the Director of Body Donation Program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Donor Management                                                                                             Primary responsibility for on-call/first call upon the event of a death and arranging for transport company to pick up decedent. Reviews donor medical history with regard to donor acceptability per exclusion criteria. Collect blood samples for testing when warranted. If a donor is unacceptable, make a judgment call based off exclusion criteria to decline and reports decline to Director. Collects all donor information needed for submittal of death certificates to the State of Arizona in accordance...

The College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University invites applications for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor in the Speech-Language Pathology Program. Faculty with expertise in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply: pediatric speech-language disorders, developmental apraxia of speech, autism spectrum disorders, aural habilitation, augmentative and alternative communication, pediatric dysphagia.  Individuals with prior clinical education experience and experience working in an outpatient pediatric setting are preferred. The graduate program offers the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology degree. A clinical faculty member in the Speech-Language Pathology Program has responsibilities in clinical teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching responsibilities include engaging in clinical education at the Midwestern University Speech-Language Institute and off site placements, with possible directorship of academic courses.  Scholarship...

The Speech-Language Pathology Program at Midwestern University in Glendale Arizona invites applications for a full time, tenure track Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education. A faculty member in the Speech-Language Pathology Program has responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service which will include evidence-based classroom instruction, clinical education in area of expertise, development of a productive line of scholarship and active participation on Program committees. The Director of Clinical Education role includes responsibilities in clinical education and leadership, recordkeeping and communication, and quality monitoring, including overseeing the placement of students into clinical practicum placements throughout the program. The DCE will assist the Advanced Practicum Coordinator with individualized placement of students into educational and healthcare advanced practicum rotations and will work collaboratively with other program leadership and...

Responsibilities: Candidates are expected to be highly knowledgeable in the field of Primary Eye Care and specialty optometric care who can teach courses and/or laboratories in specialty subject areas of Advanced Procedures, Binocular Vision, Vision Therapy, Pediatrics and/or Business. The candidate must also provide clinical instruction to professional students as well as residents and be involved in interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals in the Eye and/or Therapy Institute in the areas of Primary Care, Acquired Brain Injury, Vision Therapy, and/or Pediatrics. Candidates must be willing to actively participate in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling and service activities within the college, university and the scientific community. Successful candidates are also expected to be involved in research and scholarly activities, and have a sincere commitment to optometric education, community service and patient care. Primary...

The Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty must have earned a DDS/DMD degree or equivalent.  A minimum of 3 years of experience in a general dental clinical practice is preferred.  The completion of a post-doctoral General Dentist Residency or training is preferred.  The candidate should have strong clinical expertise in the use of CAD/CAM technologies.  It is preferred that the Preclinical Faculty have some minimal level of teaching experience at an academic health center.  This individual should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities.  Reporting to the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education, the Assistant Professor Preclinical Faculty will: Work directly with students in the simulation clinic, supervising the development of hand skills in all areas of general dentistry Interact positively with students, treating all students as future colleagues. Be competent in teaching and demonstrating all...

Summary The Dental Hygienist’s primary goal is, in coordination with the dental clinical faculty, is to develop and implement a patient re-care program while ensuring that approved periodontal diagnosis and treatment is properly delivered to the patients in a timely manner.  This position reports to the Director of Clinical Faculty. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols. Prepare patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, seating, and draping patient. Provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests. Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments. Select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient's oral health. Proficiency in performing routine dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, perio maintenance and laser assisted periodontal...

The Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) is recruiting for a part- time (.5 FTE) position for a board certified Physician in Emergency Medicine or Radiology, for the Clinical Education Department with an academic rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or above.  Rank will commensurate with experience and credentials.   Under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Integrated Medicine or his/her designee the job duties will include: Participate in the curricular development and delivery of clinical and basic science courses during the first and second year; Develop, organize and provide workshop break-out sessions for the first and second year courses; Work with the Associate Dean of Curricular Integration and Faculty Development to integrate the curriculum into other parts of the four-year curriculum; Attend faculty and staff supervisory training sessions, when indicated; Attend and participate in Department of Integrated Medicine Faculty meetings;...

Summary The Research Assistant will assist the faculty member with research activities related to the neural control of breathing.  The Research Assistant will help in all aspects of conducting a research study including designing and conducting electrophysiology experiments, data analysis and interpretation, as well as manuscript preparation.  This individual will regularly interact with other lab members including students and research staff.  This position reports to a faculty member in the Physiology department. This individual will be working with rodents. The Research Assistant position is full time, grant funded position and continued employment is based on grant funding.  The schedule may vary between 7:00AM-6:00PM Monday through Friday. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work is performed under direct supervision by Principal Investigator or senior member of the lab. Performs a wide variety of standard research procedures with supervision and following...

Summary The Sterilization Assistant is responsible for conducting proper, sterilization techniques related to dental instrumentation, dental terminology, and proper infection control protocols as established by the College of Dental Medicine. This position is responsible for the dispensing, collecting, and processing of dental instruments, equipment, and consumable supplies utilized in the Dental Institute clinics. The position reports to the Supervisor of Sterilization and interacts significantly with faculty, staff, and students. Individuals in this position must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Disinfect mobile carts so that instruments can be transported to clinic dispensaries in a timely manner for both shifts. Responsible for inventory data used to maintain supplies in the department. Assist with data entry pertaining to supplies used in the dental clinic. Participate in...

The Testing Center Monitor will provide assistance with the administration and monitoring of professional computerized exams to all students at the Midwestern University University Testing Center. This position reports to the Testing Center Manager. This is a part-time temporary position with hours that will vary throughout the year. Testing Center hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm. Testing Center Monitors will be offered shifts based on the exam schedule in the Testing Center. Shifts will be a minimum of 2 hours. Available hours will not exceed 19 hours per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DEAN The Dean of the Chicago College of Optometry is the chief academic officer responsible for the development and implementation of all academic and clinical programs for the College. The Dean provides leadership in optometric professional education and practice, including research, scholarly activities, and service.  The Dean must unite and inspire the faculty, staff, preceptors, and students toward achievement of the College’s mission and goals. The Dean establishes short- and long-range goals, objectives, plans, and procedures for the College and oversees all operational activities.  The Dean collaborates with the other administrative team members of the University and fosters activities in the best interest of the College and University.  The Dean represents the College to all external audiences, including state and national optometry organizations.   The Dean reports directly to the Sr. Vice President and Chief Academic Officer for...

Responsibilities: Candidates are expected to be highly knowledgeable in the field of Primary Eye Care and Ophthalmic Optics who can teach courses and/or laboratories in the subject areas of: Ophthalmic Optics. The candidate must also provide clinical instruction to professional students as well as residents and be involved in interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals in the Eye and/or Therapy Institute. Candidates must be willing to actively participate in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling and service activities within the college, university and the scientific community. Successful candidates are also expected to be involved in research and scholarly activities, and have a sincere commitment to optometric education, community service and patient care. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: a)    Teaching Developing and delivering lectures and/or laboratories for ophthalmic optics and other related areas,...

Summary The Practice Assistant in the College of Dental Medicine – Arizona (CDMA) provides assistance to the dentist and student dentist when it relates to examining and treating patients. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the CDMA’s clinics, including the coordination of materials, equipment and supplies, answering patient phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, and retrieving and relaying patient phone messages to students and faculty. Incumbents in this position work in multiple areas within the CDMA’s clinics on a rotational and/or specific assignment-based system. The Practice Assistant in the Dental Institute reports directly to the Practice Assistant Supervisor and must be able to adapt to work schedule changes based on the hours of the clinic. Essential Job Functions Professionalism & Collegiality Model and ensure professional and collegial behavior Maintain a positive working...

The Department of Pharmacology at Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level.  Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in pharmacology or a closely related field, at least two years of post-doctoral experience, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and research.  The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the delivery of team-taught pharmacology courses for students in: osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, and veterinary medicine.  Applicants are expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting extramural/NIH funding.  Field of research is open, but ideally will complement ongoing departmental projects in the areas of toxicology, molecular pharmacology, cancer pharmacology, and cardiovascular pharmacology.  Applicants are expected to participate in course...

Clinical Care Faculty Education and/or Experience    The Clinical Care Faculty (CCF) must have earned a DDS/DMD degree. An Arizona License and DEA License are also required. The applicant should have a minimum of five (5) years in private/clinical practice environment. The applicant should be a person committed to educating and empowering students with a wide range of clinical and academic abilities. The applicant should be conversant in modern digital technologies, techniques, and dental materials. Reporting to the Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) of the respective suite, the CCF will: Advise the CCC on college-wide academic issues to assist in moving the institution to its vision of academic excellence Maintain an open-door policy on the part of administrators and faculty for students in need of counseling Establish a welcoming atmosphere to improve morale and to promote collegiality among students, staff and faculty Be a positive role model for students...

Summary The Glendale campus of Midwestern University is currently seeking a Research Assistant to work in the Department of Physiology. The selected candidate will provide both administrative and technical support to research faculty by coordinating and performing the day-to-day operations of research laboratories. This work will include maintaining laboratory equipment, training students, animal handling, imaging techniques, tissue sectioning, western blot, PCR, and other tasks as needed. Prior experience in any or all of these is desirable.  Work is performed under the direct supervision by the PI and alongside other research assistants and graduate students. This position reports to the Chair of the Physiology Department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs wide variety of standard research procedures Data management and recordkeeping, including analysis and figure creation Ability to work with animals and animal tissues Adhere to standard...

Summary The Account Representative is part of the Finance Department and works in the front office of the Animal Health Institute. The Account Representative performs a variety of front office operations and provides support for the students, faculty, staff, and pet owners at the Animal Health Institute. The position reports to the Manager of Patient Accounts for the Midwestern University Animal Health Institute (AHI). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Greet and direct clients and visitors at the Companion Animal Clinic and the  Large Animal Clinic Check in patients curbside as they enter the Animal Health Institute grounds Schedule appointments for veterinary patients and complete registration for the Large Animal Clinic  and the Companion Animal Clinic. Answer phones and direct client questions appropriately Enter client/patient information into the practice management software Utilize correct veterinary terminology Perform cashiering/over the...