Physiologist - Med Faculty Open Rank

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,982 - 149,375; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Mentoring for research and scholarship

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The City University of New York is seeking faculty for the CUNY School of Medicine to teach human physiology and engage in scholarly activities. This role emphasizes student-centered learning and collaboration across disciplines, contributing to medical education.

The ideal candidate will have a Doctoral degree in physiology or a related health sciences field and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence. Faculty will also have opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in instructional settings.
• Experience collaborating across pre-clerkship and clerkship phases of MD training.

Responsibilities

• Teach human physiology within pre-clerkship and clinical courses.
• Lead student-centered learning sessions across various formats.
• Engage in scholarly activity.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Student-centered learning

Collaborative skills

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.O., M.D.) in physiology or related field

Tools

Educational technologies (virtual platforms)

Job description

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7‑year program), Post‑baccalaureate Master’s program (1‑year), and a Physician Assistant Master’s Degree (27‑month program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school’s mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are under‑represented in the field of medicine and on training high‑quality, supremely competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York’s medically under‑served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect our student body.

The CUNY SoM has five departments: Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences (MCBS), Community Health and Social Medicine (CHASM), Medical Education, and Clinical Medicine. All departments play a critical role in the school’s mission‑driven BS/MD program, post‑bac program and Physician Assistant program through teaching the basic science curriculum and conducting extramurally funded research. The research agenda of current members is centered on neuroscience, microbiology and immunology, cardiovascular disease, oncology, social determinants of health, and community health. The selected candidate will be placed in the most appropriate department based upon their credentials and experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach human physiology within pre‑clerkship and clinical courses for medical and PA students
• Serve as a content expert contributing to integrated, systems‑based curricula
• Develop, implement, and evaluate physiology components of the curriculum, including laboratory and technology‑enhanced learning (simulation, digital platforms)
• Lead student‑centered learning sessions across lecture, small group, and laboratory formats
• Participate in assessment activities, including practical examinations, OSCEs, and curriculum evaluation
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to align instruction with institutional educational program objectives (EPOs), foundational competencies, and course‑level learning outcomes
• Mentor and advise students on academic success and scholarly development
• Serve on institutional committees, including curriculum and admissions
• Engage in scholarly activity
• Uphold an inclusive, equitable learning environment consistent with CUNY SOM’s mission
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., D.O., M.D., or equivalent) in physiology or a related health sciences field
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student‑centered learning in classroom, laboratory, or related instructional settings

Preferred

• Postdoctoral or fellowship training or equivalent advanced research experience in physiology or related biomedical or clinical sciences
• Familiarity with clinically integrated physiology within organ‑system‑based curricula
• Experience collaborating across pre‑clerkship and clerkship phases of MD training
• Proficiency with active learning methodologies, including PBL, CBL, and TBL
• Background in curriculum development, course administration, and assessment design
• Experience with educational technologies such as virtual physiology platforms or other digital learning tools
• Experience with student coaching and feedback
• Evidence of scholarly activity through publications, presentations, educational research, or grant‑supported work
• Work within underserved populations
• Demonstrated commitment to addressing educational, health, and healthcare disparities

Compensation

Medical Faculty (Open Rank)

Tenure‑Track Appointments

• Medical Assistant Professor (Basic Science): $80,982 – $128,748
• Medical Associate Professor (Basic Science): $100,052 – $149,375
• Medical Professor (Basic Science): $119,128 – $169,995

Non‑Tenure‑Track Appointments

• Medical Clinical Professor (Med Series): $79,127 – $227,755

Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

How To Apply

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select Apply Now and provide the requested information. Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on July 1, 2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32390

Location: CUNY School of Medicine