Working Title: Lecturer, Anatomy and Physiology
State Role Title: N/A
Position Type: Instructional / Teaching Faculty
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: College of Science and Mathematics
Department: 100006 - Biology Department
Pay Band: N/A
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
Specify Range or Amount:
- Is this a JMU only position? No
- Is this a grant-funded position? No
- Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
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General Information:
The Department of Biology at James Madison University invites applications for a renewable term faculty member who will teach existing human anatomy and human physiology laboratory and lecture courses. The successful candidate will join an established community of faculty within the department whose teaching responsibilities and interests are centered on human anatomy and physiology. These faculty contribute to the Anatomy and Physiology concentration and support the education of biology majors and students pursuing pre-health professions. The successful candidate may also have opportunities to contribute to future curricular development and redesign in human anatomy and physiology, including the potential development of online course offerings. Hiring will be at the Lecturer rank, for a 10-month appointment beginning August 2027 and is annually renewable. This is a promotable position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teaching responsibilities will primarily focus on existing introductory human anatomy and human physiology labs and lectures. Service and scholarship expectations are commensurate with role and contract type.
Qualifications:
A Master's, Ph. D., or equivalent terminal degree in physiology, anatomy, biomedical science, or a related field is required. Prior experience teaching undergraduate courses in these or related fields is preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate the use of evidence-based pedagogical practices; effective communication and collaboration skills; familiarity with instructional technologies; and a commitment to student success through active learning and accessible teaching practices that support students with a range of backgrounds, experiences, and educational needs. Experience developing or teaching online anatomy and/or physiology courses would be beneficial.
Additional Posting Information:
JMU's Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.
Submit the following materials:
- a cover letter that addresses the applicant's qualifications for the position.
- a Curriculum Vitae
- a teaching statement (2 pages maximum) that describes the candidate's overall teaching philosophy and approach to undergraduate education, with particular attention to: