Anatomy Assistant Professor

Campbell University; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Campbell University invites applications for an Anatomy Assistant Professor (CUSOM) in the Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine.

This full-time faculty member will teach anatomy, embryology, histology, and gross anatomy with cadaver dissection, participate in curriculum development, and advise students. Responsibilities include service on SOM and university committees, involvement in admissions, scholarly activity, and campus/community service.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or equivalent in anatomy or similar discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Preference for candidates with teaching embryology and histology, and human gross anatomy with cadaver dissection.
• Post-doctoral research experience in anatomical sciences with publishing in peer‑reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach anatomy to Osteopathic medical students as part of the CUSOM curriculum.
• Assist in curriculum development and syllabi creation, and contribute to assessment design and quality improvement.
• Serve as academic advisor to CUSOM students and participate in admissions processes.

Skills

Teaching embryology

Teaching histology

Human gross anatomy with cadaver dis​s

Curriculum development

Academic advising

Committee participation

Admissions process

Scholarly activity

Education

PhD in anatomy or related field

Post-doctoral research experience

Job description

Position: Anatomy Assistant Professor (CUSOM)

Tour Colleges

Department: Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine

Status: Full Time

Position Summary:

This faculty member will be part of the Department of Anatomy at Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM). This individual is responsible for teaching anatomy courses and other topics relative to expertise in one or more of the following: preclinical, integrated medical school curriculum, Physician Assistant (PA) or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) curriculum using traditional and innovative modes of delivery. Experience teaching human medical embryology and histology is highly desired and experience teaching human anatomy with cadaver dissection is preferred. Duties include participation in curriculum development and implementation, serving as an academic advisor, membership and participation on SOM and University committees, participation in the admission process of SOM students, and establishing and maintaining scholarly activity and participating in campus and community service activities. The position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Anatomy and to the Assistant Dean for Biomedical Affairs through the Chair of the Department of Anatomy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Commitment as assigned in team teaching anatomy and other topics relative to expertise (and related responsibilities) to Osteopathic medical students.
• Commitment as assigned in team teaching anatomy and other topics relative to expertise (and related responsibilities) in the Physician Assistant (PA) or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) curriculum.
• Works in cooperation with the Department Chair, Curriculum Committee, Block Leaders, Course Directors and other SOM faculty to develop the curriculum and syllabi for students of CUSOM, schedule courses, assign teaching, develop exam questions and other assessment tools, evaluate assessment outcomes, and implement a continuous quality assessment and improvement system for the anatomy curriculum.
• Serves as an academic advisor to assigned CUSOM students.
• Serves on and participates in CUSOM and University committees as assigned.
• Participates in the Admissions process of CUSOM students.
• Serves as a liaison between the students and CUSOM administration.
• Evaluates need-based items for successful anatomy curriculum delivery pertaining to audio-visual aids, teaching materials and aids, faculty development materials and faculty travel, and any other related resources and provides input to the Department Chair for the annual budget for the Department of Anatomy.
• Develops and coordinates programs and resources to assist and promote faculty growth, development, and accomplishments in the fields of education, research, and professional and clinical service.
• Develops and maintains scholarly efforts.
• Assures the advancement and integration of high standards for ethical and professional behavior in all aspects of the education of the students of CUSOM and actions of the administration, faculty, and staff.
• Assures integration of osteopathic principles in pre- and post-doctoral education programs.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanour at all times.
• Demonstrates an active and consistent commitment to the missions of both CUSOM and Campbell University.
• Uphold and abide by all Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX and FERPA guidelines.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Benefits include health, disability, and retirement plans.

Education/Experience:

• An earned PhD or equivalent graduate degree in anatomy or similar discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated success or show strong potential in teaching medical embryology and histology, as well as human gross anatomy with cadaver dissection.
• Post-doctoral research experience in the field of anatomical sciences and demonstrated ability to publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals is also preferred.

Please Note: All positions require accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian Mission of Campbell University.

Campbell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and State employment laws. "EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans".