Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Physiology

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Physiology

Details

The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Utah invites
applications for a full-time career-line Assistant Professor
(Lecturer) to begin Spring or Fall 2027. We seek an enthusiastic,
talented, motivated, and collaborative individual with a PhD and
experience in teaching.

Primary responsibilities will include:

1. Serve as a lead instructor for Biol 2420 Human Physiology, a
large undergraduate in-person lecture course supported by
undergraduate teaching and learning assistants. Teaching will begin
in fall 2027 with course offerings each fall and spring
semester.

2. Serve as co-instructor for a new Anatomy and Physiology course
series for nursing students.

3. Contribute to the teaching of other related courses including
Introductory biology, Physiology laboratory courses, or Anatomy,
depending on expertise and current needs.

4. Review, improve, and maintain the curricula for the above
courses in collaboration with other instructors and the curriculum
committee.

5. Serve on school and university committees and collaborate with
other faculty and staff to advance the teaching mission of the
university.

Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or
equivalent in a field relevant to Physiology, and demonstrated
success in teaching undergraduate courses. Other desired
qualifications include:

· Excellent organizational and management skills

· Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas

· A passion for mentoring and training undergraduate TAs in modern
teaching approaches.

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter with contact
information, (2) a CV, (3) a statement of teaching experience and
interests, (4) Names and contact information for 3 references
(Letters of recommendation will be automatically requested through
the system). Review will begin October 26th, position to start July
1, 2027.

Department: 00116 - School of Biological Sciences

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Track: Non Tenure Track

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Number: PRN01592CF

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9896568"">https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210756

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience
working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment
to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon
request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process
will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion,
national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender,
gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related
conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The
University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the
education program or activity that it operates, as required by
Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate
in education programs or activities extends to admission and
employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its
regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the
Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual
misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the
Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity
and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title
IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and
telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

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