Osteopathic Principles & Practice (OPP) Table Trainer – Part-Time

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Academic Year 2026 - 2027

Position Summary:

The University of Northern
Colorado College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNC COM) invites applications for
a part-time Osteopathic Principles & Practice (OPP) Table Trainer to
support the clinical skills education of medical students. This role is ideal
for a practicing osteopathic physician or OPP educator who is passionate about
hands-on teaching and mentorship in a small-group learning environment.

The OPP Table Trainer
works closely with OPP and clinical faculty to provide laboratory-based
instruction, demonstration, observation, and feedback related to
osteopathic structural examination and osteopathic manipulative treatment
(OMT). This position focuses primarily on direct teaching, learner
support, and practical examination grading and does not carry
expectations for research or scholarly productivity.

Successful candidates will
join a collaborative, student-centered educational environment dedicated to
promoting 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 exact
distribution of duties will vary based on FTE (0.1–0.4) and course scheduling
needs.

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 applicants
should 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 Northern
Colorado’s College of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to delivering
transformative, student-centered medical education grounded in osteopathic
philosophy. Our mission emphasizes proficiency, inclusion, collaboration,
mentorship, professionalism, and whole-person care. We strive to prepare
compassionate physicians who serve Colorado, the High Plains region, and
beyond.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and
continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized
as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to
be a Hispanic
Serving Institution and to serve more than 44%  of our undergraduates who are the first in their
family to attend college.  UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, to
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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has
been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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