--- title: Professor Biomedical Sciences description: Western University of Health Sciences is hiring for the Professor Biomedical Sciences role in Pomona, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/professor-biomedical-sciences-at-western-university-of-health-sciences-01a16eb5-d560-750e-a595-68e685b657ae date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Western University of Health Sciences as Professor Biomedical Sciences in Pomona, CA. Pays $169K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/8smyzx.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Western University of Health Sciences | | **Location** | Pomona, CA | | **Salary** | $169K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Western University of Health Sciences sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 8 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Western University of Health Sciences. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $93,000 – $141,000 a year (median $116,000). ## Description About WesternU As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference. Posting Details | Position Title | Professor of Biomedical Sciences | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Position Control Number | F03333 | | Type of Position | Faculty | | Position Status | Full-time | | Campus | Western University Campus-Pomona, CA | | Position Location | California | | Department | 1404-Basic Medical Sciences | | Job Summary | **This is a College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) Faculty-level position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with an administrative appointment. Together, the faculty role of Professor of Biomedical Sciences (PCN F03333) and the administrative role (PCN A04051) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE). The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Administrative jobs section for details on the additional assignment.** Establish and maintain an active research program in the area of expertise. Responsible for teaching and expertise in one of the following areas: Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology. The faculty member will develop the subject matter and methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the educational process. Promote, by precept and example, a general atmosphere within the University of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry. The faculty member has the right and obligation to participate in scheduled meetings of the General Faculty. Election to the Faculty Council and election or appointment to committees should be considered a privilege and faculty members are encouraged to share in these responsibilities. Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the University. | | Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities. **Knowledge:** Broad, current familiarity with the issues, trends, terminology, regulatory policies, and changing environment operative within the medical education and research communities. Extensive familiarity with processes and trends associated with higher education accreditation and with continuous quality improvement strategies in research planning. **Skills:** Teaching expertise required in medical education related to at least one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology). Experience collaborating with faculty and staff in curriculum development and biomedical research. **Abilities:** Ability to communicate effectively to either groups or individually. Ability to effectively interact with people of all backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty and staff. Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality. Ability to handle a multitude of responsibilities in the College environment. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism. | | Required Qualifications | **Education:** PhD, MD, DO, or closely related credentials from an accredited institution of higher learning. **Experience:** 5 years post-doctoral experience teaching in one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology) at an accredited institution of higher learning. | | Preferred Qualifications | PhD preferred. Preference will be given to those individuals possessing experience in medical school teaching and research within one of the major disciplines within the Biomedical Sciences department (Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology). | Essential Job Duties | Key Responsibilities | **Research Activities:** Research in the area of expertise, secure extramural funding and train/mentor students/postdocs. | | -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Teaching:** Teach in one of these areas: Biochemistry/Genetics, Physiology, Microbiology/Immunology, or Pharmacology including assigned lectures and further develop curriculum. Participate in curricular activities including workshops, case wrap-ups, and interprofessional education if requested. Submit 10-15 questions per year to NBOME and attend faculty development workshops. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Service:** Provide service as directed by the Dean including interviewing DO students and attending seminars. Faculty are expected to actively engage with, support and advise their assigned students in a variety of ways throughout their medical school career including regular meetings, participation in orientation week and advising activities. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Scholarship:** Publish 1-2 peer reviewed manuscripts per year and attend national/international meetings. | | -------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Posting Details Continued | Work Schedule | 40 hours per week, usual business hours Mon-Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM. Some evenings and weekends may be required. | | ------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale | Minimum | $169,000.00 Annually | | ------- | -------------------- | | Maximum | $202,471.00 Annually | ## Skills - Teaching - Process Change Notification (Pcn) - Curriculum Development - Collaboration - Continuous Quality Improvement - Human Resources - Attention to Detail - Detail Oriented ## Benefits - Paid Time Off (Pto) ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Higher Education jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Assistant / Associate Professor jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/higher-education/assistant-associate-professor?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260752 jobs - [Higher Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 70471 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)