Osteopathic Principles and Practices Physician Faculty Member

Osteopathic Principles and Practices Physician Faculty Member

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM), in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Osteopathic Principles and Practices (OPP) Physician Faculty Member. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the education of future osteopathic physicians through hands-on instruction, mentorship, and the integration of osteopathic principles throughout the curriculum. The successful candidate will contribute to ICOM’s mission of preparing physicians to serve communities throughout the Mountain West and beyond, including rural and underserved populations.

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Osteopathic Integration, the OPP Physician Faculty Member will teach, mentor, and evaluate osteopathic medical students across all four years of the curriculum. Additional responsibilities may include instruction in courses beyond the OPP curriculum, student advising, and participation in student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions.
• Create an engaging and interactive learning environment that fosters student comprehension and retention.
• Participate in curriculum design and assessment, ensuring content remains relevant and up to date.
• Provide guidance and support to students in their academic and professional development.
• Administer assessments and evaluations to gauge student understanding and progress.
• Engage in scholarly activities to contribute to the academic community and maintain currency in the field, as applicable.
• Participate in faculty meetings and organizational committees, contributing to the continuous improvement of osteopathic education.
• Familiarity and adherence to ICOM’s policies and procedures and AOA’s Code of Ethics.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from a COCA-accredited medical school.
• Active medical license for the state of Idaho. (Transitioning DOs to the state of Idaho must have an active license within 3 months of hire).
• Board certification or board eligible by the appropriate AOA specialty board, as required.
• Experience teaching Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) / Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (NMM).
• Experience with curricular and instructional design and training or experience in educational theory and/or evaluation is preferred.
• Experience with curricular and instructional design and instructional technologies is desirable.

Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively, support colleagues, and contribute to a cohesive team.
• Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across disciplines with administrators, faculty and students.

About Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine is a private medical school affiliated with Idaho State University. The College received full accreditation by the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and graduated its inaugural class in May of 2022. Each class includes approximately 225 students, supported by more than 875 preceptor faculty and over 275 affiliated hospitals and health systems, with a 100% residency placement rate.

The College is dedicated to training high-quality osteopathic physicians prepared to care for people in the Mountain West region and beyond, with an emphasis on rural, underserved areas. It was conceived and established to attract a well-qualified faculty and student body and to provide the technical and other resources necessary to effectively train physicians for 21st-century medicine.

Although Idaho is among the most rapidly growing areas of the country, the state ranks 50th for the number of active physicians per capita, 47th for the number of resident physicians per capita, and 45th for the number of primary care physicians, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges’ (AAMC) 2021 State Physician Workforce Data Report. Prior to its formation, Idaho was the most populous state in the nation without a medical school of its own.

ICOM is the only osteopathic medical school in Idaho, and its students are trained to become future leaders in the profession. The College is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, the representative organization for more than 186,000 osteopathic physicians and osteopathic medical students in the United States.

About the Community

Boise, Idaho, has been repeatedly picked as one of America’s best cities to live in and visit. With 210 days of sunshine each year, the city offers a balance of vibrant urban life and outdoor adventure. From boutique shops to restaurants, cafes to record stores, and greenbelts to lush parks, the energy of downtown Boise is lively and approachable, with over 100 unique restaurants creating a dynamic food scene. In 2025, Boise was named on Nat Geo’s list of top 25 travel destinations, thanks to its access to biking and hiking in the Boise Foothills, beautiful scenery, a growing wine region and breweries, and a rich Basque culture that shows up in festivals, food, and everyday life. Boise’s economy is expanding, supported by technology, healthcare, and education sectors, while the walkable downtown and community-oriented atmosphere make it a place where opportunity and quality of life align.

Application and Nomination Process

All correspondence relating to the position of Osteopathic Principles and Practices Physician Faculty Member at Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine should be directed in confidence to the College’s executive search consultant:

Adam Barrett, Associate Vice President

Scott Healy & Associates

adam@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV;
3. Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by December 30, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

ICOM strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency and respect that is characterized by mutual trust and the absence of intimidation, oppression and exploitation. ICOM does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, disabilities, veteran status or genetic information.