Anatomy Lab Instructor: Dissection & Innovative Teaching

Midwestern University; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Wellness facilities on-site

Job summary

Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL seeks an Instructor of Anatomy to lead laboratory sessions in gross anatomy using human dissection. The role emphasizes collaboration with course directors to deliver high-quality lab instruction and student assessment.

Candidates with experience in e-learning and emerging technologies, including AI in education, are encouraged. Opportunities for lecture delivery may arise based on departmental needs and expertise, with mentorship and scholarly support

Qualifications

• PhD in Anatomical Sciences or a closely related field preferred.
• Master's degree with 1–3 years of teaching experience required.
• Demonstrated expertise teaching human gross anatomy using dissection.
• Experience with innovative teaching approaches, e-learning and emerging edTech encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Course Directors and Anatomical Laboratory Manager to deliver the Anatomy Laboratory curriculum.
• Teach in laboratory portions of gross anatomy, histology, and neuroscience courses under Course Directors.
• Collaborate on educational assessment, including lab practical exams and exam construction.
• Prepare prosected specimens as needed.

Skills

Teaching anatomy

Dissection-based instruction

Educational technology

Curriculum assessment

Education

PhD in Anatomical Sciences or related field

Master's in Anatomical/Biomedical Sciences with teaching exp

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Learning management systems (Brightspace, Canvas)

Job description

Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL seeks an Instructor of Anatomy to lead laboratory sessions in gross anatomy using human dissection. The role emphasizes collaboration with course directors to deliver high-quality lab instruction and student assessment.

Candidates with experience in e-learning and emerging technologies, including AI in education, are encouraged. Opportunities for lecture delivery may arise based on departmental needs and expertise, with mentorship and scholarly support