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Anatomy Faculty West Des Moines
Participate in college or university courses for students, seek extramurally funded independent research and participate in academic governance responsibilities as elected by the faculty or to which appointed.
Assistant/Associate Director Alumni Relations West Des Moines
Reporting to the Senior Director, Development & Alumni Relations, the Associate Director of Alumni Relations is responsible for implementing Des Moines University’s strategy for fostering excellent alumni relations that will build and strengthen relationships between the University and its graduates, friends, employees, students and donors to maximize alumni and donor interest in, and engagement with, the University. The Associate Director of Alumni Relations anticipates needs and readily adapts to different priorities, people and situations professionally and proactively. This role is very hands-on, public-facing, and often involves working in combination with members of the Development and Alumni Relations team and members of Des Moines University’s students, faculty and staff.
Audio Visual Technician Des Moines
The AV Technician at DMU ensures highly functional AV and related technology systems in our classrooms, simulation rooms, and meeting spaces. This role involves helping users with audio/visual technology, maintaining equipment, and providing timely troubleshooting. It requires strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused approach.
Patient Services Representative Des Moines
Provide support to the physical therapy (PT) department in downtown Des Moines and West Des Moines locations and serves as the main point of contact for patients both in person and on the phone. The PSR communicates with patients in a warm, friendly manner to obtain information needed for scheduling and registering patients. The PSR ensures that all demographics and insurance information is collected and correctly entered into the Electronic Health Record (EHR). The PSR also collects copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and outstanding balances at the time of check-in.
Patient Services Representative - Part-time (PRN) Des Moines
On a Part-Time and PRN basis, provide support to the physical therapy (PT) department in downtown Des Moines and West Des Moines locations and serves as the main point of contact for patients both in person and on the phone. The PSR communicates with patients in a warm, friendly manner to obtain information needed for scheduling and registering patients. The PSR ensures that all demographics and insurance information is collected and correctly entered into the Electronic Health Record (EHR). The PSR also collects copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and outstanding balances at the time of check-in.
Senior Academic Assistant COM West Des Moines
Manages and supervises activities of academic assistants, in consultation with department chairs, for the associate dean for academic programs and curriculum in the basic science and clinical science academic departments that comprise the College of Osteopathic Medicine by performing the following duties:
Recruitment and Admissions Digital Specialist West Des Moines
The Digital Recruitment and Admissions Specialist is pivotal in shaping and growing enrollment. This role will seek out and build relationships both internally and with prospective students, candidates, advisors, parents, and other stakeholders through virtual outreach. This role requires a deep understanding of innovative admissions technology, graduate healthcare recruitment and admissions to matriculate students while adhering to policy and budget guidelines. An innovative mindset is critical to navigate a high volume and dynamic environment.
Resident Assistant West Des Moines
Des Moines University hosts the Health P.A.S.S. (Health Professions Advanced Summer Scholars) program for undergraduate students from underrepresented/disadvantaged backgrounds who are interested in pursuing medical/health professions. 10-15 individuals will be identified for the 2025 Health P.A.S.S. class. The Resident Assistant serves as a DMU representative, mentor evening/weekend on-site contact person, and van driver while the participants are in West Des Moines.
Regional Simulation Center Technical Specialist Des Moines
The Regional Simulation Center Technical Specialist will coordinate with staff of the Regional Simulation Center at 3200 Grand to design, prepare, train, operate, support, and assess all technical aspects of educational programs being conducted in the Regional Simulation Center. Additionally, this position will function as the technical leader for new and current inventory of technical simulation equipment essential to the efficient operation of the Regional Simulation Center.
Human Simulation Program Manager West Des Moines
The Human Simulation Program Manager will provide daily management and oversight of the Human Simulation Program. This position will use an evidence-based approach to drive quality in human simulation programming. The Human Simulation Program Manager will collaborate with program faculty and Human Simulation Educators to develop and implement human simulation events, especially complex and detailed projects such as human simulation online and Interprofessional Education (IPE) events.
Director Undergraduate Clinical Affairs West Des Moines
The Director of Undergraduate Clinical Affairs will oversee internal daily operations of the department and develop and maintain clinical rotations training sites affiliated with Des Moines University (DMU). In maintaining the quality of its clinical rotation sites, this position will directly supervise and coordinate Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (DMU COM’s) clinical coordinator team. This position will be responsible for cultivating relationships with hospitals and preceptors to align college and university goals to deliver effective clinical education for our 3rd and 4th year students. This leadership position is also responsible, in conjunction with the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, for identifying potential sites for undergraduate education opportunities. The Director serves as a liaison for the DMU COM and will support compliance, facilitate communication, and interface with accreditation agencies and clinical institutions. This position will report to the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs within the COM Dean’s office.
Computational Fellow West Des Moines
We seek a highly motivated and experienced individual for the position of Computational Fellow with a focus on data science, bioinformatics, and data analytics. The successful candidate will lead innovative research projects, contribute to shared resources, mentor students, secure funded grants, and publish scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Assistant Professor Physician Assistant West Des Moines
Work collaboratively with the Program Director, program faculty and staff, and other university departments to create and maintain an exceptional educational program for physician assistant (PA) students. All faculty positions include teaching, scholarly activity, and service responsibilities, and may or may not include administrative duties or clinical practice opportunities.
Athletic Trainer West Des Moines
Athletic Trainers are healthcare providers who specialize in providing primary care, injury and illness prevention, wellness promotion and education, emergent care, examination and clinical diagnosis, along with rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic Trainers will provide onsite coverage at the MidAmerican Rec Plex or at other affiliate locations as needed for a wide variety of sports. Athletic Trainers will assist with leading, supervising, and instructing performance classes, clinics, and camps. In addition, athletic trainers will provide education to athletes, families, coaches, DMU students, and the community on injury prevention, sports rehabilitations, and performance enhancement while providing exceptional customer service.
Faculty Public Health Short Contract Des Moines
Teaches courses and / or advises students in the MPH and/or MHA program curricula.
Athletic Trainer PRN West Des Moines
Athletic Trainers are healthcare providers who specialize in providing primary care, injury and illness prevention, wellness promotion and education, emergent care, examination and clinical diagnosis, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Des Moines University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and other characteristics protected by law (“protected class”). The EEO is the Law poster is available here. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Jeanne Clery Act - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Des Moines University is required to disclose crime statistics for the past three years to prospective employees. This information is summarized in the Campus Crime Safety Report. For a copy of the report, click here, or if you have any questions please contact the building services manager at 515-271-1471.

Nonexempt employees applying for permanent positions please review the Union Contract, Article XVIII (18) Seniority, Section 5: Work Force Change

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