Anatomy Teaching Fellow

High Point University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University is seeking five Graduate Teaching Fellows for the Summer of 2026 in the Congdon School of Health Sciences. These fellows will assist in human gross anatomy instruction and participate in teaching teams focused on cadaveric dissections.

Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and preferably be ABD PhD students with anatomy-related research focus. Responsibilities include assisting in dissections, preparing specimens, and participating in exam preparation.

Qualifications

• Complete a graduate-level cadaveric gross anatomy course with a high grade.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of graduate students in human cadaveric dissections.
• Prepare and dissect human cadaveric specimens.
• Aide in the composition of written and practical exams.

Skills

Knowledge of human anatomy

Dissection skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ABD PhD students in relevant fields

Job description

Overview

The Congdon School of Health Sciences at High Point University (High Point, NC) is seeking five Graduate Teaching Fellows to assist in human gross anatomy instruction for the Summer of 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Preferably ABD PhD students in anthropology, anatomy, biology, or a related field with research focus on human and/or primate evolutionary anatomy or morphology.
• Completed a graduate‑level cadaveric gross anatomy course, earning a high grade.
• Available for the entire contract period (last week of May through mid‑August).

Experience and Training

• Previously completed and performed well in a cadaveric gross anatomy course.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability

• Knowledge of human anatomy.
• Dissection skills.
• Communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of graduate students in human cadaveric dissections.
• Prepare and dissect human cadaveric specimens.
• Aide in the composition of written and practical exams.
• Participate in teaching teams: three fellows will lead the Physician Assistant Gross Anatomy course (last week of May to second week of August), and two fellows will be part of the Physical Therapy Human Anatomy teaching team (last week of May through mid‑August).

Application

Interested candidates should email both Professor Susan Lad([e-mail]) and Professor JD Pampush([e-mail]) the following:

1. Short cover letter (less than 1 page) detailing interest and relevant qualifications.
2. Curriculum vitae, including anatomy‑related research activities.
3. Unofficial transcript indicating completion of a graduate level cadaveric gross anatomy course with a high grade.
4. Names and contact information for three references.

Review of applications and filling of positions will begin immediately; positions are expected to be filled by March25,2026.

We welcome applications from all eligible candidates and encourage inquiries about the positions, even if you cannot participate this year.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

High Point University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. High Point University does not sponsor H1‑B visas. The University encourages all applicants to apply.