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Position Summary:

The University of NorthernColorado College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNC COM) invites applications fora part-time Osteopathic Principles & Practice (OPP) Table Trainer tosupport the clinical skills education of medical students. This role is idealfor a practicing osteopathic physician or OPP educator who is passionate abouthands-on teaching and mentorship in a small-group learning environment.

The OPP Table Trainerworks closely with OPP and clinical faculty to provide laboratory-basedinstruction, demonstration, observation, and feedback related toosteopathic structural examination and osteopathic manipulative treatment(OMT). This position focuses primarily on direct teaching, learnersupport, and practical examination grading and does not carryexpectations for research or scholarly productivity.

Successful candidates willjoin a collaborative, student-centered educational environment dedicated topromoting osteopathic philosophy, professionalism, and clinical excellence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Skills Instruction (80-100%)

• Provide hands-on instruction, demonstration, and supervision during OPP laboratory sessions across the preclinical curriculum.
• Coach and observe students at OMT tables, offering real-time formative feedback to improve palpatory skills, diagnostic reasoning, and treatment technique.
• Reinforce osteopathic principles and philosophy in alignment with course learning objectives and COM competencies.
• Assist lead faculty with lab preparation, including room setup, equipment organization, and instructional flow.
• Support student skill development in osteopathic structural examination and a wide range of OMT techniques.
• Participate in skills assessments, practical examinations, and remediation sessions as assigned.
• Model professional behavior, respectful communication, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Depending on FTE allocation, curriculum development and delivery may be added to the job description.

Curriculum Support & Collaboration (0-20%)

• Collaborate with OPP faculty, course directors, and staff to ensure lab sessions align with didactic content.
• Provide feedback to course leadership regarding student learning needs, lab pacing, and instructional effectiveness.
• Participate in faculty calibration efforts to ensure consistency in teaching and assessment.

Note: The exactdistribution of duties will vary based on FTE (0.1-0.4) and course schedulingneeds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• DO degree from an accredited college of osteopathic medicine.
• Training and demonstrated competence in osteopathic manipulative medicine.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate OMT techniques clearly and effectively in a group and one-on-one setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to student learning, professionalism, and osteopathic philosophy.
• Ability to obtain or maintain any institutional requirements for teaching (e.g., background check).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience teaching OMM/OPP in a medical school, residency, or clinical education setting.
• Experience providing formative feedback and coaching in a skills-based learning environment.
• Current unrestricted medical license (Colorado or eligible for licensure).
• Board certification or board eligibility in a primary care or osteopathically focused specialty.
• Comfort working in an active learning, team-based educational environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student wellness.

Additional Requirements:

Interested applicantsshould submit:

• Cover letter outlining interest and relevant teaching experience.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Names and contact information of two to three professional references.

About the College:

The University of NorthernColorado's College of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to deliveringtransformative, student-centered medical education grounded in osteopathicphilosophy. Our mission emphasizes proficiency, inclusion, collaboration,mentorship, professionalism, and whole-person care. We strive to preparecompassionate physicians who serve Colorado, the High Plains region, andbeyond.