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
Driven by a bold vision, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences prepares tomorrow’s exceptional health workforce through nationally respected, competitive graduate programs.
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.
Named a 2025 Great College to Work For®
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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
DMU Students Recognized for Statewide Occupational Therapy Outreach
Students in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences recently won the Promote OT Challenge for the state of Iowa.
Des Moines University Young Scientist Internship Receives Microsoft Investment to Expand Student Research Opportunities
DMU welcomed high school students to campus for the orientation of its inaugural Young Scientist Internship program, launching a summer of hands-on research experiences made possible in part through an investment from Microsoft.
DMU Research Identifies New Strategy to Strengthen Cancer-Fighting Immune Cells
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences faculty member Elitsa Ananieva, PhD, has led a study that could help improve the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapies by enhancing the ability of the body’s T cells to sustain their fight against cancer.
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.