Part-Time Asst/Assoc Prof of Pediatrics, Harrogate

Lincoln Memorial University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN seeks a Part-Time Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics to teach LMUDCOM approved curriculum, provide clinical duties, and engage in scholarly activity. The role supports the mission of the University, the School, and the Department.

Minimum qualifications include an MD/DO with Board Certification in Pediatrics and the ability to obtain Tennessee licensure within the first year; a minimum of five years of clinical/academic medicine teaching is

Qualifications

• MD/DO with Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Must be able to be licensed in Tennessee within the first year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Establish curriculum, subject matter and methods of instruction for medical students.
• Teach LMUDCOM approved curriculum and provide clinical duties.
• Engage in scholarly activity and professional service.
• Participate in departmental and committee work as required.

Skills

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Pediatrics clinical teaching

Education

MD/DO

Pediatrics Board Certification (ABD)

Job description

Part-Time Asst/Assoc Prof of Pediatrics, Harrogate

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Part-Time Asst/Assoc Prof of Pediatrics, Harrogate

Department

Department DCOM CLINICAL MEDICINE

Position Category

Position Category Faculty Part Time

Job Description

The Part Time Assistant/Associate/Professor of Pediatrics will be directly responsible for teaching LMUDCOM approved curriculum, clinical duties, and scholarly activity. They shall be held accountable for these obligations as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University, the School, and the Department.

Required Qualifications

• *D.O./M.D. degree and Board Certification in Pediatrics; *able to be licensed in Tennessee within the first-year of hire date by the Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination/Tennessee Medical State Board; unrestricted Tennessee license and approved medical professional liability insurance must be maintained throughout employment (individual coverage for patient care for University approved activities will be paid or reimbursed by LMU - DCOM ).

Preferred Qualifications

• *minimum of 5 years experience in clinical/academic medicine teaching and leadership. Academic rank will be commensurate with training and experience.

Campus

Harrogate

Job Duty

• Establish curriculum, subject matter and methods of instruction and those aspects of student life which relate to the medical education process;
• Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within DCOM ;
• Promote by precept and example a general atmosphere within the DCOM of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry;
• Maintain intellectual integrity and to strive for academic excellence in teaching;
• Promote clinical service and demonstrate adequate standards of professional linguistic expression in writing and speech;
• Have on file in the appropriate office an outline and list of the goals and objectives for each lecture;
• Carry out lecture, seminar, small group discussion and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities effectively;
• Design and present a course and/or series of integrated lectures and/or small group discussions;
• Prepare examination questions as well as grade a course or portion of course;
• Meet classes according to published schedule;
• Commit to working in a professional multicultural environment that fosters diversity;
• Provide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and or elected committees as required;
• Work, as needed, with the Dean of Basic Medical Sciences on curricular matters;
• Serve as an active member of the department, working closely with the department chair to further the department and College mission and vision;
• Complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites;
• Provide clinical service/patient care and bedside teaching for students in the clinical setting;
• Serve as an example to learners and colleagues of appropriate professional behavior;
• Participate in clinic quality assurance and other service evaluation activities;
• Participate in scholarly activity;
• Serve as mentor to medical and other students;
• Demonstrate and supervise students during clinical educational activities utilizing standardized patients and/or volunteer patients;
• Supervise students during authorized and approved patient care events including health fairs, sports physicals, or community outreach programs

Posting Number

F01350P

Job Open Date

03/18/2026

Job Close Date

09/30/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [e-mail] .

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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