In the Pursuit of Individual Excellence
At OUM, we believe in the pursuit of individual excellence. That commitment to excellence is reflected in our dedication to assembling a team of dynamic individuals who share our passion for teaching, student success, and high-quality medical education. As a leader in distance learning medical school curricula, we seek talented individuals to join our growing team. We are searching for individuals who not only possess the right credentials and expertise, but also share our core values of accountability, integrity, teamwork, social responsibility, compassion, and discovery.
I am a buttonWhy Work at OUM?
OUM CareersAt OUM, we are driven by a singular purpose: to empower the next generation of physicians. Founded in 2002 in Independent Samoa, our journey began with a commitment to providing essential medical education to underserved island communities. Today, OUM is an accredited global medical school, offering a unique combination of interactive distance learning and hands-on clinical training that allows students worldwide to overcome barriers and pursue their dream of becoming medical professionals.
Our diverse student body spans a wide range of pre-medical professions and represents countries across the globe. As we continue to expand and innovate, we’re looking for dedicated individuals with substantial experience in healthcare and related fields to join our internationally distributed faculty. Whether you are an academic, clinician, or researcher, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of medical education and preparing students for leadership positions in medicine.
At OUM, we believe in fostering a collaborative, dynamic environment where skills, integrity, and empathy are at the heart of everything we do. Join us and help make a lasting impact on the world’s next generation of physicians.
Who we are looking for?
accent headingWe are searching for individuals who not only possess the right credentials and expertise, but also share our core values of accountability, integrity, teamwork, social responsibility, compassion, and discovery.
If you are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to a dynamic academic team, we want to hear from you.
OUM is Dedicated to Diversity and Inclusion
Accent headingThe diversity of OUM’s student body is impressive, both in its range of pre-medical school professions and the countries it represents. Most OUM students have many years of experience in the workforce, primarily in healthcare professions, but also in various other careers.
Likewise, the OUM faculty teaching and guiding these students is a uniquely diverse group of academics, clinicians, and researchers who are motivated to give back to the medical community and prepare tomorrow’s physicians to lead the profession. Some continue their clinical practices while managing their faculty appointments, and together OUM faculty and staff work remotely from a dozen global locations.
Join Our Team
We are searching for individuals who not only possess the right credentials and expertise, but also share our core values of accountability, integrity, teamwork, social responsibility, compassion, and discovery.
If you are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to a dynamic academic team, we want to hear from you.
Current Position Opportunities
Explore our current job opportunities and discover a career with purpose.
I am a buttonPart-Time and Casual Opportunities
Research Advisors
View Position DescriptionMultiple Positions Available
We are seeking experienced researchers to join OUM as Research Advisors. This role is pivotal in guiding our medical students through the research process – from developing project ideas to preparing manuscripts for publication.Working online and on a casual basis, Research Advisors provide one-on-one academic mentorship, ensuring student projects meet ethical, professional, and scholarly standards. On average, advisors can expect to commit around one hour per month per student, depending on project progress.About the PositionAs a Research Advisor, you will play a key role in guiding OUM students through the research process, from developing topics and designing studies to conducting literature reviews, writing prospectuses, and preparing manuscripts for publication. You will ensure that students meet OUM’s academic standards while fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.This is a casual, part-time position with flexible hours (approximately one hour per month per student). It is ideal for individuals with a strong research background and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of medical professionals.Apply TodayIf you’re ready to bring your research expertise to a global medical university, we’d love to hear from you! For more details on how to apply, please refer to the position description.Clinical Core Course Specialists
View Position DescriptionAll Specialties. Multiple Positions Available.
We are seeking highly skilled and passionate casual Clinical Core Course Specialists to join our team across a range of specialties, including Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Surgery.
We are currently seeking all areas of specialty, but have an urgent need for specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
About the Position
As a Clinical Core Course Specialist, you will play a key role in developing, delivering, and supporting innovative training programs for our future medical professionals. This is a casual position with flexible hours, ideal for individuals with a deep understanding of clinical education and a commitment to excellence.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring your clinical expertise to a global medical university, we’d love to hear from you! For more details on how to apply, please refer to the position description.
Full-Time Opportunities
Clinical Core Course Specialists
View Position DescriptionAll Specialties. Multiple Positions Available.
We are seeking highly skilled and passionate casual Clinical Core Course Specialists to join our team across a range of specialties, including Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Surgery.
We are currently seeking all areas of specialty, but have an urgent need for specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
About the Position
As a Clinical Core Course Specialist, you will play a key role in developing, delivering, and supporting innovative training programs for our future medical professionals. This is a casual position with flexible hours, ideal for individuals with a deep understanding of clinical education and a commitment to excellence.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring your HR expertise to a global medical university, we’d love to hear from you! For more details on how to apply, please refer to the position description.
We are always eager to hear from qualified clinical supervisors and medical educators seeking part-time positions in the areas outlined below.
- Curriculum Development
- Clinical Supervision
- OSCE Examiners
Forward your expression of interest and current CV to recruitment@oum.edu.ws
Bring Your Passion to OUM–
Ignite Innovation in Medical Education
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join the OUM community, where a culture of excellence thrives, professional input is highly valued, and a range of benefits and rewards await your contributions.
Join OUM’s team. Make a meaningful impact on the clinical healthcare needs of international communities by training tomorrow’s physicians to practice with skill, integrity, and empathy.
Apply today and embark on a rewarding career with us! Forward your expression of interest and current CV to recruitment@oum.edu.ws.
