Part Time Instructor - Anatomy and Physiology

1000scholars; Kentucky; Presencial; USD 3500 - 5000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Nevada State University invites applications for an open pool of adjunct faculty for in‑person courses in Anatomy and Physiology, such as BIOL 223 and BIOL 224 lecture and labs. Courses are taught to primarily pre‑licensure nursing students, with access to human cadavers for dissection.

Adjunct compensation is $1,160 per credit hour for lectures and $2,000 per credit hour for labs. Lectures are 3 credits, labs 1 credit, with posting close date 06/30/2027.

Formación

• MS/MPH or terminal degree with strong physiology background.
• Evidence of commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, non-traditional student population.

Responsabilidades

• Teach Anatomy & Physiology lectures (3 credits) and labs (1 credit).
• Lead cadaver/dissection lab sessions when required.
• Participate in department adjunct pool and course scheduling.

Conocimientos

Anatomy & Physiology

Teaching

Communication

Mentoring undergraduates

Educación

MS/MPH or terminal degree

PhD in Anatomy/Physiology/Kinesiology

Descripción del empleo

Part Time Instructor - Anatomy and Physiology

Nevada State University actively maintains an open pool of qualified individuals to be selected on an as‑needed basis by the department to fulfill part‑time temporary instructional needs and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Nevada State invites applications for an open pool of adjunct faculty for in‑person courses in Anatomy and Physiology, such as BIOL 223 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and BIOL 224 Human Anatomy and Physiology II lecture and labs. The bulk of the students enrolling into these courses are primarily pre‑licensure nursing students. Nevada State University is the only undergraduate program in the state to have human cadavers for dissection.

Applications will be considered on an as‑needed basis determined by course availability.

Adjunct faculty members are compensated at the rate of $1,160 per credit hour and $2,000 per credit hour for lab. Lectures are 3 credits and labs are 1 credit.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four‑year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Required Qualifications:

• MS/MPH or terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D.) with a strong physiology background either as an undergraduate or at the graduate level.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, educational excellence, and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, non‑traditional, first‑generation student population.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment‑related visas).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Anatomy, Physiology, or Kinesiology.
• Terminal Degrees: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Chiropractor (DC), Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
• Demonstrated commitment to active learning and innovative teaching.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Evidence of instructional effectiveness at the college/university level.
• Experience with cadaver and other dissections to lead dissection lab sessions

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

Nevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC, GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Exempt: Yes

Full‑Time Equivalent: 16.8%

Posting Close Date: 06/30/2027

Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job‑related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.