One of the Nation's Great Colleges to Work For®
At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, people thrive with top-tier benefits, real support for well-being and room to grow.
Amazing People + Powerful Mission = Lasting Impact
With its bold vision and 11 graduate medical and health sciences degree programs, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is preparing tomorrow’s exceptional health workforce. We are proud to be a partner in our local community and a global leader in medical and health sciences education. We emphasize a welcoming and collaborative culture and strong shared governance to amplify each of our employees’ voices and work. Faculty and staff have exceptional opportunities to learn and collaborate.
Our mission in preparing the next generation of health care professionals is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.
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At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, you can personally impact the future of health care.
Explore our current openings to see where you fit in.
Employee Benefits: We Take Care Of Our Own
Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Staff and faculty enjoy a 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, professional development funding, tuition assistance and waivers, on-site Wellness Center and so much more.
Your Perspective Shapes Our Purpose
At DMU, we value professionals who bring distinct perspectives, lived experiences and a passion for inclusive health care. Cultural competence isn’t just a goal — it’s part of the work we do every day.
A meaningful career in medicine and health sciences education begins with the right environment. We hope you’ll find yours here.
Employee Wellness: Wellness Facilities and Programs at DMU
The Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art facility that offers group workout classes, weight and cardio machines, personal trainers, health incentive programs, intramural sports and a nutritional test kitchen.
DMU is the first and only college or university in the nation to achieve platinum status for its wellness program, the highest honor bestowed by the Wellness Councils of America.
Living in Greater Des Moines: Your New Favorite Place
Besides being a great place to live and work, the greater Des Moines metro is a vibrant area with communities from all walks of life. Ethnic grocery stores, restaurants and year-round events ensure that there’s always something for everyone.
Discover how the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s business resources and community development initiatives are driving growth across the region, and explore how the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce is supporting innovation and local success stories.
Latest News & Updates
Des Moines University Names 2026 Commencement Speaker
George Rust, MD, MPH, FAAFP, FACPM, author of “Healing in a Changing America: Doctoring in a Nation of Needless Suffering,” will deliver the keynote address at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences’ 2026 Commencement ceremony in May.
One Day for DMU Raises More Than $220,000
The Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences community came together for the eighth annual One Day for DMU campaign — held from noon Wednesday, April 22, to noon Thursday, April 23 — raising an impressive $222,612 from 278 individual donors in just 24 hours.
Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and other characteristics protected by law (“protected class”). For more information view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster. Members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
The university is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an email to HumanResources@dmu.edu or call 515-271-1484 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Annual Security Report
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Des Moines University publishes an annual security report and makes it available to all current and prospective students and employees. The report contains a description of DMU’s safety and security-related policy statements and procedures and includes statistics of crimes reported over the past three years to DMU officials about incidents occurring on campus locations or nearby public property. The report also includes information about ways to stay safe and report security-related incidents. You may view the current annual security report online or request a printed copy of the report by contacting the building services manager at 515-271-1471.