Clinical Assistant Professor (School of Health Sciences) - 9 month appt

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University in Springfield, MO is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor to teach health sciences at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. The 9-month, on-site appointment emphasizes clinical and patient care topics, course material development, student mentoring, and supervision of practicum experiences.

The role includes scholarly or applied research, curriculum development, assessment, accreditation activities, and active service to the school and community.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, clear instructional delivery, student mentoring, and collaboration with colleagues and clinical partners.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology and Medicine appropriate for teaching health sciences and supervising clinical learning.
• Experience in Patient Care with direct clinical practice or supervision in healthcare settings and evidence-based care.
• Ability to conduct or support health sciences research and integrate findings into teaching.
• Graduate degree in a health-related field; licensure or certification in a healthcare discipline is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education or clinical instruction, with learner-centered curricula design.
• Commitment to the university's public affairs mission, community engagement, and inclusion of diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in health sciences with a focus on clinical topics.
• Develop course materials reflecting current best practices.
• Advise and mentor students; supervise practicum experiences.
• Support high-quality learning in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Engage in scholarly or applied research activities and curriculum development.
• Contribute to assessment and accreditation processes and provide service to the school and university.
• Collaborate with healthcare partners to promote the university's public affairs mission.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Research ability

Teaching ability

Diversity & inclusion

Collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in health-related field

Licensure or certification in a healthcare discipline (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Missouri State University is guided by a public affairs mission centered on community engagement, ethical leadership, and cultural competence. This mission shapes teaching, research, and service across the institution and informs daily interactions with students, colleagues, and community partners. Faculty members are encouraged to incorporate public affairs principles into their academic work and professional practice. The university fosters an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and where educators help learners connect their academic experiences to real-world challenges.

Role Description

The Clinical Assistant Professor in the School of Health Sciences is a full-time, 9-month appointment based on-site at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO. The role involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in health sciences, with a focus on clinical and patient care topics, and developing course materials that reflect current best practices. The individual will advise and mentor students, supervise clinical and practicum experiences, and support high-quality learning in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings. Additional responsibilities include engaging in scholarly or applied research activities, participating in curriculum development, contributing to assessment and accreditation processes, and providing service to the school, university, and professional community. The role also requires collaboration with healthcare partners and promotion of the university’s public affairs mission in all aspects of teaching and service.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including clear instructional delivery, student mentoring, and effective collaboration with colleagues and clinical partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology and Medicine appropriate for teaching health sciences and supervising clinical learning.
• Experience in Patient Care, including direct clinical practice or supervision in healthcare settings and application of evidence-based care principles.
• Ability to conduct or support Research in health sciences, clinical practice, or health education, and integrate findings into teaching.
• Relevant graduate degree (e.g., master’s or doctorate) in a health‑related field; appropriate professional licensure or certification in a healthcare discipline is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education or clinical instruction, with skill in designing inclusive, learner-centered curricula and assessments.
• Commitment to the university’s public affairs mission, including community engagement, ethical leadership, and cultural competence in academic and clinical settings.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, demonstrate professionalism, and contribute to program development and accreditation activities.