Lecturer in Physiology

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Lecturer in Physiology for the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The role involves teaching upper-level undergraduate students in the new Biomedical Physiology program, developing course materials, and supervising teaching assistants. Candidates should have a doctoral degree or a master's degree, excellent communication skills, and at least one year of teaching experience. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to undergraduate and graduate education.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a doctoral degree for their respective field or a master's degree for certain fields.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience in physiology is required.
• Candidates must document exceptional accomplishments in related disciplines if lacking a terminal degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of up to three 3‑credit hour courses per academic term.
• Develop new course materials and curricula.
• Supervise teaching assistants.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teaching experience in physiology

Ability to teach multiple areas of physiology

Education

Doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, DVM, MD/DO)

Master's degree (for certain fields)

Job description

Lecturer in Physiology

Position Summary: The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia is expanding our teaching faculty to meet the needs of our growing educational programs. We seek an energetic and innovative educator to teach upper-level undergraduate students in our new Biomedical Physiology program. The position involves teaching up to three 3‑credit hour courses per academic term, developing new course materials, supervising teaching assistants, and may include opportunities to participate in undergraduate program administration and contribute to graduate and veterinary medicine teaching missions.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of up to three 3‑credit hour courses per academic term.
• Develop new course materials and curricula.
• Supervise teaching assistants.
• Participate in undergraduate program administration and contribute to graduate and veterinary medicine teaching missions.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, DVM, MD/DO, DDS/DMD, PharmD, OD) for their respective field or a master's degree for certain fields.
• Candidates must have excellent communication skills.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience in physiology at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level is required.
• Candidates without a terminal degree must document exceptional accomplishments in a discipline related to the position and be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching excellence using active learning methods in both small and large group settings.
• Ability to teach multiple areas of physiology and physiology teaching laboratories; desirability to teach pathophysiology or pharmacology.
• Preference for candidates with a doctoral degree if a master's is the minimum required.

Physical Demands

Extended periods of standing or sitting, vocal strain from talking, and moderate physical activity such as walking, reaching, and occasional lifting of materials.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).