Physiology Faculty - Assistant/Associate Professor

Kansas City; Joplin, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor to teach physiology on the Joplin campus, supporting the College of Dental Medicine and new health science programs. The candidate will develop teaching content, use interactive methods, and mentor students while contributing to research and scholarly activities.

The role emphasizes innovative pedagogy for adult learners, collaboration across colleges, and service on committees to advance program growth and quality.

Qualifications

• doctoral credential from an accredited institution is required.
• teaching experience with diverse adult learners preferred.
• strong organizational, communication, and writing skills; Proficiency with MS Office and LMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, deliver and evaluate physiology curricula using traditional and interactive methods.
• Create and grade exams, quizzes, and assessments; review teaching effectiveness.
• Conduct research and scholarly activity to support promotion.
• Advise, coach, and mentor dental, medical, and biosciences students; participate in thesis committees.

Skills

Teaching methods

Organization

Communication

Mentoring

Research

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD, DDS, DMD, DO, or MD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Kansas City University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor to teach physiology on the Joplin campus, supporting the College of Dental Medicine and new health science programs. The candidate will develop teaching content, use interactive methods, and mentor students while contributing to research and scholarly activities.

The role emphasizes innovative pedagogy for adult learners, collaboration across colleges, and service on committees to advance program growth and quality.