Assistant Professor-Lecturer
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:
- 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.
- Serve as co-instructor for a new Anatomy and Physiology course series for nursing students.
- Contribute to the teaching of other related courses including Introductory biology, Physiology laboratory courses, or Anatomy, depending on expertise and current needs.
- Review, improve, and maintain the curricula for the above courses in collaboration with other instructors and the curriculum committee.
- 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.
