Lecturer of Anatomy and Physiology

Lecturer of Anatomy and Physiology

Job ID: 303708

Location: Georgia College & State Univ

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's
designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the
essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven
global society. The university prepares students for successful
careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long
learning through personalized attention in a residential setting
with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences
through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three
selective universities within the University System of Georgia and
a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers
undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate
programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional
certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts
Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts
environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary
inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong
reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs
according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and
Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in
combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts
college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and
staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning
through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and
community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad
opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone
project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and
critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown
in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately
19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of
Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author
and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community
enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former
home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the
university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake
Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to
take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits
of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and
leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are
located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting
academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as
outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and
its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information,
visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences seeks a Lecturer to teach
undergraduate courses in Anatomy and Physiology. This non-tenure
track faculty position, based in the Department of Biological &
Environmental Sciences, is a 10-month academic year position. The
Lecturer will be responsible for delivering high-quality
instruction in Human Anatomy and Physiology and contributing to the
department's educational mission by supporting pre-professional and
health science students.

Responsibilities

Faculty- Teaching/Instructing -

Teaches a full-time instructional load of five (5) courses per
semester in Anatomy & Physiology or related areas of
expertise

Delivers regular course meetings, lectures, labs, and instruction
aligned with course learning outcomes

Designs and develops syllabi, instructional materials, laboratory
exercises, and assessments

Mentors and advises students

Other teaching responsibilities

Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices,
and theories related to the academic discipline.

Faculty also contribute to the Georgia College core curriculum by
teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y)
courses. All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of
teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for
majors and non-majors alike.

Faculty - Professional Development -

Faculty are expected to stay current in their field.

Faculty - Service to Institution -

All faculty are expected to help the department in recruiting
majors. Faculty members are expected to attend Department meetings
and events.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Master's degree in Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, or a closely
related field with verified 'instructor on record' of teaching
Human A&P.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements as stated in C.S.
3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials).

Required Experience

Some teaching experience at the college or university level in
Human Anatomy & Physiology, or a related biomedical
science.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, or a closely related field
(ABD candidates with degree completion by August 1st 2027 will be
considered)

Instructor of record for college-level Anatomy & Physiology
courses.

Experience teaching laboratory sections and managing laboratory
environments.

Record of scholarly activity, publications, or professional
development in the biomedical sciences.

Familiarity with health science program requirements and
pre-professional student advising.

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary is $61,000.

Required Documents to Attach

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference Letter
• Transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Build positive, supportive relationships with students and

provide academic mentorship

• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain

currency in the discipline

• Manage a full course load along some class related administrative

responsibilities

• Apply problem-solving skills and make data-informed decisions to

improve student outcomes

• Collaborate effectively with faculty colleagues and participate

in departmental activities

• Demonstrate initiative and leadership within the department and

institution

• Adapt to evolving institutional needs, curricular changes, and

program requirements

• Maintain accurate academic records and meet university

deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

• Human anatomy and physiology at the cellular, tissue, organ, and

systems levels

• Current disciplinary trends, research, and evidence-based

practices in biomedical sciences

• Laboratory safety protocols and procedures relevant to anatomy

and physiology instruction

• Curriculum design, course outcome alignment, and pedagogical best

practices in higher education

• Assessment methods and student learning measurement

strategies

• SACSCOC accreditation standards and faculty credential

requirements (C.S. 3.7.1)

• Discipline-specific accreditation standards relevant to health

science programs

• Academic policies, procedures, and professional ethics in a

university setting

• Adult learning principles and adaptive instructional styles
• Educational technology tools and learning management systems

(LMS, e.g., D2L, Canvas, Blackboard)

SKILLS

Teaching:

• Course design and delivery for lecture and laboratory sections of

Anatomy & Physiology

• Development and facilitation of engaging learning activities and

lab exercises

• Integration of technology and LMS tools to support in-person and

hybrid instruction

• Instructional adaptation

Assessment:

• Valid assessment instrument development
• Constructive feedback provision
• Data analysis for instructional improvement

Communication:

• Clear verbal and written communication
• Professional presentation abilities
• Active listening, student engagement, and collaborative

problem-solving

Technology:

• Proficiency with discipline-relevant software, lab equipment, and

digital resources

• Use of multimedia and presentation tools for instructional

purposes

• Basic troubleshooting of classroom and laboratory

technology

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental
values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of
Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's
age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race,
religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No
individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the
benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination,
harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity
because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any
individual be given preferential treatment because of the
individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment
may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under
federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position will not travel

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification

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