Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Assistant Professor of Reproductive Clinical Science (Non-Tenured
F3248A)
Department
MASTERS IN CLINICAL EMBRYOLOGY
Position Number
F3248A
Job Description
The ODU / EVMS School of Health Professions invites applications
for an Assistant Professor to join the Reproductive Clinical
Science ( RCS ) Master’s and Ph.D. programs. This is an exciting
opportunity to contribute to innovative, hybrid graduate programs
designed for working professionals. The ideal candidate will bring
expertise in reproductive clinical sciences, a passion for graduate
education, and the ability to deliver engaging, high-quality
instruction in both synchronous and asynchronous formats.
This role offers the opportunity to mentor motivated graduate
students, build a strong record of scholarly productivity, and
collaborate across disciplines to advance research and academic
excellence. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to support
evening and weekend instructional activities.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum required education and/or special licenses,
registrations, trainings, or certifications
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or a closely related field from a
nationally accredited institution or equivalent health professions
program.
Completed postdoctoral training with evidence of scholarly
productivity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications).
Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge,
skills, and abilities
- Demonstrated experience or strong potential in teaching at the
college, university, or academic health center level, including
online instruction (synchronous and/or asynchronous).
- Evidence of ability or strong potential to develop and submit
competitive research proposals and grant applications.
- Experience or strong commitment to mentoring graduate students
at the Master’s and/or Ph.D. level.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities, Teaching and
Instruction
- Develop and teach graduate-level courses within the RCS
curriculum using hybrid and online delivery formats.
- Facilitate both synchronous and asynchronous instruction,
including active participation in evening and weekend course
activities.
- Engage students through discussion boards and other interactive
online learning tools.
- Design, implement, and evaluate student learning assessments
using a variety of methods; provide timely and constructive
feedback and grading.
- Student Support and Mentorship
- Advise student research projects, theses, and dissertations as
appropriate.
- Mentor graduate students in academic progression and
professional growth.
- Support students who require additional academic assistance to
achieve learning objectives.
- Research and Scholarship
- Establish and maintain an independent research aligned with
reproductive sciences.
- Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals and present at
professional conferences.
- Pursue external funding through grant writing and collaborative
research initiatives.
- Service and Institutional Engagement
- Participate in departmental, institutional, and professional
service activities.
- Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and
continuous improvement efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and
institutional goals.
Work Schedule Expectations
- The RCS programs primarily serve working professionals;
therefore, instructional activities are often conducted during
evenings and weekends.
- Candidates must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to
adjust work schedules to meet programmatic needs and ensure student
engagement and success.
Core Competencies
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to build and sustain
effective working relationships with faculty, students, and staff
to achieve shared goals.
- Time Management & Accountability: Strong organizational
skills with the ability to manage teaching, research, and service
responsibilities effectively.
- Adaptability & Initiative: Capacity to respond to evolving
academic environments and take proactive steps to address
challenges.
- Communication Skills: Clear and effective verbal and written
communication, including the ability to present complex scientific
concepts.
- Professional Integrity: Commitment to ethical conduct,
transparency, and compliance with institutional policies and
procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using learning management systems such as Canvas and
developing online or hybrid curricula.
- Knowledge of biostatistics and its application in biomedical
research.
- Research background in human reproduction or related biomedical
disciplines.
- Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or translational
research experience.
Conditions of Employment
Meet the hiring requirements and needs.
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date
06/03/2026
Application Review Date
06/25/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Instructions
Interested candidates must apply at
https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/26338
and attach the following with their online application:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Published Article
- Statement of Research Interests
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Recommendation/Reference Letter 3
- Contact Information for Professional References
Applications should be submitted by
6/25/2026 for full
consideration. The position will remain open until it is
filled.
Telework Friendly
Yes
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable
accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and
Culture at (757)683-3141.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have
inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of
another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access
to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as
a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of
other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise
have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is
(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance
of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with
contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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