Assistant Professor of Physiology or Molecular Biology - MSBS

Assistant Professor of Physiology or Molecular Biology - MSBS

Rocky Vista University in Ivins, UT has an opening for a

Assistant Professor of Physiology or Molecular Biology - MSBS (Full-Time)

To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

SALARY:

$90,909 to $115,000+ per year depending on experience and Faculty rank. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. The RVU Rank and Promotions Committee will determine rank of any finalist.

BENEFITS:

RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee's contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Primary Purpose

Serve as a faculty expert in the department delivering content in the field of Physiology or Molecular Biology and related topics to students in the Masters of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) and Osteopathic medicine programs, provide service to the university, and engage in scholarship and research to advance medical and scientific knowledge.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach and support graduate, medical, and other healthcare professional students through instruction and advising.
• Serve the university by mentoring students, participating in committees, and contributing to curriculum development and continuous quality improvement.
• Assess student performance, provide feedback and remediation, and ensure students meet university standards for knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Conduct research and scholarly activities in field of expertise.
• Maintain a professional development portfolio that documents teaching, service, research, and personal growth.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in all personal and professional actions.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the MSBS Program Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the delivery of undergraduate or graduate education.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the area of studied expertise as well as the ability to deliver physiology and/or molecular biology content related to all body systems appropriate for the level of learner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of content delivery via varied curriculum templates.
• Demonstrate ability to mentor and motivate students and peers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree (D.O., M.D., PhD) from an accredited institution with current Board Certification in appropriate area of specialization if applicable.
• A record of scholarly activity, student mentoring, and academic service is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of academic experience as a faculty member at an institution of higher education at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in professional or educational settings.
• Demonstrations of post-doctoral experience and published works of scholarly activity.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the ability to deliver physiology and/or molecular biology content related to all body systems appropriate for the level of learner.
• Demonstrate knowledge of content delivery via varied curriculum templates.