Adjunct Faculty - Anatomy, Biomedical Sciences

Job Description:

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Pre-Clinical Education, this role provides subject-matter expertise to deliver instruction and support course development in biomedical sciences (Anatomy) as part of the KHSU-KansasCOM pre-clinical curriculum. Adjunct faculty may teach topics aligned with their specialization using innovative and diverse instructional methods in collaboration with the broader faculty team.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching (85%)

• Deliver instruction in assigned biomedical science and pre-clinical topics through lectures, small groups, and/or the Anatomy laboratory.
• Prepare and facilitate interactive learning sessions (e.g., case presentations, small group discussions, laboratory activities).
• Develop and assess educational content in alignment with course learning objectives and in collaboration with course leadership.
• Contribute to student assessment through the development and grading of quizzes, exams, and other evaluative tools.
• Utilize KHSU’s learning management system to manage content, student interaction, and assessments.

Service and Support Activities (15%)

• Provide academic support via office hours to students as required by KansasCOM.
• Attend assessment & exam review meetings, course review sessions for students, and course-related meetings with teaching faculty.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Terminal degree in a relevant biomedical science or medical field (e.g., PhD, DO, MD, DC).
• Demonstrated experience teaching biomedical or pre-clinical content in a medical or health sciences program.
• Familiarity with diverse instructional methods such as team-based learning, flipped classroom, and self-directed learning.
• Proficiency in using online learning platforms and instructional technologies.
• Preferred: Experience developing materials for COMLEX or USMLE preparation.
• Preferred: Minimum 3 years of experience in medical education.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop high-quality instructional content aligned with course objectives.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of osteopathic medical education standards and assessment practices.
• Public speaking and teaching skills, including small and large group facilitation.