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The Department of Medical Education at the Quillen College of Medicine of East Tennessee State University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor rank, non-tenure track faculty position in the area of Microbiology and/or Immunology Education.  Exceptional applicants may be considered for a convertible- or tenure-track position.  We seek candidates with broad training in Microbiology and Immunology and demonstrate ability for excellent teaching, as responsibilities will include teaching Microbiology and Immunology to medical and graduate students and management of the Microbiology and Immunology discipline thread across Quillen’s organ systems-based curriculum.  Preference will be given to those candidates with expertise in interactive learning pedagogies, knowledge of medical school accreditation standards, and educational scholarship.

This is an excellent opportunity with a competitive salary, 3-year rolling contract, state-of-the-art teaching facilities, and the commitment of the existing faculty to provide strong career mentoring.  Our very collegial environment also extends to clinical departments and other colleges at ETSU.

The university is a regional state-supported institution serving ~15,000 students.  Quillen College of Medicine consistently ranks among the top Schools nationwide for rural medicine and primary care education.  Johnson City is located at the base of the scenic Appalachian Mountains and provides a friendly, small-town atmosphere with a low cost of living, excellent public and private schools, clean mountain air, light traffic and southern hospitality.

Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.  ETSU is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all of our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.  East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates must present evidence of an established record of, or demonstrate a strong potential for, effective Microbiology and Immunology teaching, and a commitment to work productively with a team of medical educators from other basic and clinical science disciplines. Evidence for realized and/or potential of productive scholarly and creative activity is also desired.  Ability to contribute to teaching other disciplines is an asset.  The ability to teach medical and graduate students from all backgrounds.