Department Chair for Osteopathic Principles and Practices   Summary: The Chair of the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices (Chair) at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) will provide leadership and vision to the department and institution with osteopathic medical education and the recruitment of new faculty.  The Chair is responsible for the effective management of the department’s academic, administrative and budgetary responsibilities. The Chair will provide leadership for the faculty as they deliver the curriculum and will work to assure faculty excellence through recruitment, faculty development, and evaluation of faculty for recommendation for promotion and tenure to the Vice President for