Assistant Health Informatics Professor Jobs in Texas

Assistant Professor
Job no: 514264
Work type: Faculty
Location: Fort Worth
Categories: Faculty - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Title: Assistant Professor
Employee Classification: Assistant Professor
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
Sub Division-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med
Department: HSC-Medical Education-300760
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Compensate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
UNT Health is one of the three higher education institutions within the University of North Texas (UNT) System, alongside UNT at Denton and UNT at Dallas. The UNT System offers high-quality education to residents of the North Texas region, including Fort Worth, Dallas, Denton, and Frisco, as well as students from other states. Named a top-tier medical school for primary care by U.S. News & World Report, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM) is a leader in training physicians skilled in comprehensive primary care and rural medicine. More than 60% of TCOM's graduates practice primary care medicine, helping reduce the shortage of physicians in our Texas communities.
Position Overview
The Department of Medical Education at TCOM is seeking a teaching Pathologist at the rank of Assistant Professor, non-tenured. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the education and mentorship of Doctor of Osteopathy medical students and residents within an integrated, student-centered curriculum.
The successful candidate will provide consistent, longitudinal instruction in pathology across the medical curriculum while leading curriculum development efforts, including content updates and assessment design, in collaboration with course directors. The role also involves strengthening the integration of pathology within system-based courses and supporting improved student outcomes, including preparation for board examinations. In addition, the candidate will participate in faculty development initiatives, contribute to institutional educational efforts, and mentor and advise medical students and residents.
Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with board certification in Pathology.
• Experience teaching pathology in a medical or health professions program.
• Experience with integrated or systems-based curricula.
• Experience contributing to curriculum development or course leadership.
• Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience in using various teaching methods to create an effective learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience contributing to curriculum development or course leadership.
• Proficiency with Canvas or other Learning Management Systems.
• Experience teaching pathology in a medical or health professions program.
• Experience with integrated or systems-based curricula.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• MD or DO degree with board certification in Pathology.

Job Duties

• Deliver pathology instruction in a variety of topics in pre-clinical medical education through large class sessions, case-based scenarios, and other instructional formats. Develop, review, and update student course materials and learning resources (e.g. practice cases and questions).
• Collaborate with other faculty across the curriculum to help integrate Pathology related content in basic science and clinical science domains. Engage in assessment development activities, including writing and reviewing examination questions and development of course blueprints.
• Serve as an active member of the Academy of Medical Educators, course meetings, and departmental meetings.
• Engage in scholarly activity and professional development consistent with faculty track expectations.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional afterhours and weekends.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
Advertised: 08 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
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