Director Regional Simulation Center
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Des Moines
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The Director of the Regional Simulation Center will ensure high quality simulation-based education through the creation of a realistic state-of-the art learning environment. The role will utilize best practices and evaluation data to identify opportunities for innovation, implementation, and integration of patient simulation technology into stakeholders’ curricula. The Director will employ a proactive approach to engage stakeholders in collaborative partnerships. The Director will coach, develop, mentor, and evaluate the Regional Simulation Center personnel, while promoting a collaborative and team-based approach to simulation education. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Regional Simulation Center staff, budget, preparation, maintenance, inventory and operation of all simulation areas, equipment/supplies, and collaborates with stakeholders to plan, implement, and schedule simulation activities. The Director assists with the development and ensures adherence to program policies, program outcomes, data collection and reporting, and current simulation best practice safety measures. The Director will contribute to local and national research projects. |
Academic Assistant
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West Des Moines
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The Des Moines University (DMU) Physician Assistant (PA) program Academic Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the department and all enrolled students. This position provides support for activities related to teaching (70%), program administration (20%), and service and committees (10%). This position reports to the PA Program Director. |
Director Global Health
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West Des Moines
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The Director will manage the development and implementation of global experiences for graduate students and faculty as aligned with the Des Moines University strategic plans. In particular, the Director will develop, implement, and manage global health relationships, student trips and rotations and virtual global health experiences for all DMU programs. The Director supervises the Global Student Experiences Specialist, TA, and work study students |
Simulation Technical Specialist
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West Des Moines
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The Simulation Technical Specialist will coordinate with staff of the Simulation Center to design, prepare, train, operate, support, and assess all technical aspects of educational programs being conducted in the 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 Simulation Center. |
Staff Counselor (.8 FTE)
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West Des Moines
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The mission of the Student Counseling Center (SCC) is to provide a range of psychological services that serve to empower, support, and assist students in the pursuit of their personal, professional, and academic endeavors. In pursuing the mission of the organization, the SCC makes policies, decisions, and strategic plans in alignment with the following values: integrity and ethical practice, social justice and multicultural competence, holistic approach, and collaborative partnerships. The Staff Counselor will be responsible for providing psychological services to students in all University programs, including intake assessments, individual and couples counseling, crisis intervention, and providing supportive documentation for students seeking academic accommodations. In addition, the Staff Counselor will provide consultation and outreach programming to the campus community. The SCC provides clinical services in-person, via phone, and through a secure video platform. Due to the need for an in-office presence during business hours in the event of in-person client emergencies, this position is ineligible for regular telework. Occasional telework may be approved in rare circumstances (e.g., inclement weather). |
Network Technician
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West Des Moines
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Responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting our network infrastructure. Works with infrastructure team to complete efforts and projects related to the design, installation, operation, support, upgrades, and maintenance of infrastructure, including software, servers, networking, and storage. Helps with maintaining network security, performing regular updates, and documenting network configurations. Contributes to and ensures full compliance to operational standards, procedures, and best practices. |
Grants Specialist and Partnership Manager
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West Des Moines
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Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Research, the incumbent manages the full lifecycle of grants, and sponsored program administration including identification of funding sources, grant and contract proposal assistance, grant writing assistance, development and review, proposal submission, grant and contract negotiation, sub-award issuance, and post-award administration (both financial and non-financial) related to funding provided in the form of gifts, grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts from external funding sources (e.g., federal agencies, state agencies, private companies, or foundations) that provide support for research, teaching, and learning, and service mission of the university. Keeping faculty and appropriate staff apprised of the status of grants, current contract or grant policies, regulations, and guidelines made by granting agencies and campus offices; acting as the liaison between principal investigators (PIs) and granting agencies, University offices, etc.; and meeting with faculty and staff to identify research interests and to develop funding strategies and plans. In collaboration with research leadership, supports identified goals for future organizational performance implements assigned tasks, and uses resources needed to attain them, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor guidelines. The position supports the Executive Director of Research in the management of grant programs and partnerships. The responsibilities of the Grants Specialist and Partnership manager may change based on revisions to the research vision and research direction of the University. |
Director, Operations, Compliance and Strategy
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West Des Moines
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The Director of Operations, Compliance, and Strategy will work with the Executive Director of Research, the Research team, and the Faculty Leadership Team to plan and manage DMU's research enterprise. The Director will design and implement various programs, oversee the daily operations, compliance, and finances, and ensure the quality and sustainability of the research activities that align with DMU's mission. The Director will supervise and mentor staff members, foster a positive, inclusive, impactful culture, and collaborate with the DMU's diverse research community. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Research and working closely with other staff, the Director of Operations, Compliance, and Strategy will support the Faculty Leadership team, serving as Research Operations leader and compliance officer for all the daily operations and programs. |
Faculty Osteopathic Manual Medicine, .3 FTE
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West Des Moines
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Des Moines University seeks a faculty member in the Department of Osteopathic Clinical Medicine (OCM), section of Osteopathic Manual Medicine (OMM), The candidate who is hired for this 0.3 FTE position will focus primarily on teaching and assessing students. |
Director of Clinical Education/Faculty
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West Des Moines
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Engage in teaching, service, and scholarly activities. Primary responsibility will be to plan, coordinate, facilitate, administer, and monitor the clinical education program and activities. |
Assistant Director of Clinical Education/Faculty
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West Des Moines
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Primary responsibility will be to assist with planning, coordinating, facilitating, administering, and monitoring the clinical education program and activities. Engage in teaching, service, and scholarly activities. |
Computational Fellow
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West Des Moines
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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. |
Faculty Anesthesiology (.3 FTE- 12 hours per week)
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West Des Moines
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Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Specialty Medicine, the physician is responsible for provision of educational lectures, laboratories, and other educational modalities, consistent with the Anesthesiology scope of practice, within the University to support the educational priorities of the Specialty Medicine Department and Des Moines University. In addition to the duties assigned by the University, this physician is expected to maintain a clinical practice outside of the University Clinic System. This is a part-time (0.3 FTE) academic Anesthesiology position with the focus entirely on the education of students. There are no assigned clinical responsibilities with this position. |
Faculty Public Health Short Contract
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Des Moines
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Teaches courses and / or advises students in the MPH and/or MHA program curricula. |
Standardized Patient
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West Des Moines
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In a clinical-like setting (in-person or online), portrays cases similar to what learners would encounter in actual clinical settings. Simulated patients are expected to consistently and accurately portray trained cases including typical emotions, behaviors and symptoms. Responsible for memorizing a script and recalling actions performed by learners to document performance and skill level of each learner consistently and accurately. Case portrayals may include communication, physical examination or both. Simulated patients may also provide feedback and/or assess learners using specific measurement tools. Participation in group or individual training is expected in order to prepare for case portrayal. Work hours are variable and on an on-call basis. |
Athletic Trainer PRN
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West Des Moines
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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. |