"Course Director: Microbes and Immunity - School of Medicine"

Position Overview:

The BYU School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position as Course Director for Organ Systems 2 – Microbes and Immunity. This Phase 1 course introduces first-year medical students to the immune system, microbiology, host-pathogen interactions, and related pathophysiologic processes. The course emphasizes foundational concepts in immunology and microbiology, integrated with clinical applications, case-based learning, and early patient relevance.

The Course Director will coordinate the design, delivery, and evaluation of the course content, working closely with faculty from immunology, microbiology, pathology, and infectious diseases, as well as the Director of Phase 1. The ideal candidate is a basic scientist with deep expertise in immunology and/or microbiology, experience teaching medical students, and a demonstrated commitment to student-centered education.

Required Degree:

PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related biomedical science. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

Required Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, or a related biomedical science
• Strong record of teaching in undergraduate, graduate or medical education (UME) settings
• Expertise in host-pathogen interactions, immune function, infectious disease mechanisms, or related fields
• Experience with active learning, team-based learning, or case-based instructional methods
• Alignment with and commitment to the mission, values, and spiritual aims of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading integrated or interdisciplinary courses in medical or health professions programs
• Record of scholarship in immunology, microbiology, or medical education
• Familiarity with digital platforms, AI, instructional technology, and educational innovation
• Experience working in curriculum committees or course evaluation processes

Duties/Expectations:

Teaching & Instruction

• Deliver course content in immunology and microbiology using student-centered, clinically integrated approaches
• Facilitate labs, discussions, and case-based sessions that emphasize the immune response, infection, inflammation, and host defense
• Support students’ development of foundational scientific reasoning and clinical application skills

Administrative Leadership

• Lead course planning and coordination, including learning objectives, sequencing, assessments, and integration with adjacent courses
• Collaborate with faculty and clinicians to ensure curricular alignment with LCME standards and institutional competencies
• Participate in course and curriculum evaluation processes and respond to feedback for continuous improvement

Scholarship & Innovation

• Conduct or contribute to research in immunology, microbiology, or medical education
• Present scholarly work at professional conferences and publish in peer-reviewed venues
• Engage in pedagogical innovation that enhances learning and assessment

Service & Outreach

• Participate in medical school committees and faculty development initiatives
• Mentor medical students and support service aligned with the university’s values

Documents Required at the Time of Application:

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, contact information for 3-5 professional references and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application.

Mission Alignment Statement

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.