Undergraduate Pathophysiology Instructor (Adjunct)

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 1,400 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Dominican University seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach undergraduate Pathophysiology in River Forest, IL. The role focuses on linking physiological mechanisms to clinical practice and health outcomes for students pursuing nursing and health professions.

The candidate should have graduate-level expertise in pathophysiology and a commitment to student-centered, inclusive teaching in a dynamic health sciences environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing, physiology, pathophysiology, biological sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, or related health science.
• Graduate-level preparation or demonstrated expertise in pathophysiology or physiology.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Pathophysiology courses in line with course objectives and policies.
• Provide clear instruction on disease mechanisms across major organ systems.
• Connect pathophysiology to clinical manifestations, labs, risk factors, and outcomes.
• Develop lectures, activities, assignments, exams to measure outcomes.
• Integrate evidence-based teaching practices and educational tech.
• Provide timely feedback on student progress.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Effective communication

Inclusive teaching

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in health sciences

Graduate-level preparation in pathophysiology or related area

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Dominican University seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach undergraduate Pathophysiology in River Forest, IL. The role focuses on linking physiological mechanisms to clinical practice and health outcomes for students pursuing nursing and health professions.

The candidate should have graduate-level expertise in pathophysiology and a commitment to student-centered, inclusive teaching in a dynamic health sciences environment.