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Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Physiology

Position Number: 9896554
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Science - Biology

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Physiology

Details

The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Utah invites applications for a full-time career-line Assistant Professor (Lecturer) to begin Spring or Fall 2027. We seek an enthusiastic, talented, motivated, and collaborative individual with a PhD and experience in teaching.

Primary responsibilities will include:
1. Serve as a lead instructor for Biol 2420 Human Physiology, a large undergraduate in-person lecture course supported by undergraduate teaching and learning assistants. Teaching will begin in fall 2027 with course offerings each fall and spring semester.
2. Serve as co-instructor for a new Anatomy and Physiology course series for nursing students.
3. Contribute to the teaching of other related courses including Introductory biology, Physiology laboratory courses, or Anatomy, depending on expertise and current needs.
4. Review, improve, and maintain the curricula for the above courses in collaboration with other instructors and the curriculum committee.
5. Serve on school and university committees and collaborate with other faculty and staff to advance the teaching mission of the university.

Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent in a field relevant to Physiology, and demonstrated success in teaching undergraduate courses. Other desired qualifications include:
* Excellent organizational and management skills
* Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas
* A passion for mentoring and training undergraduate TAs in modern teaching approaches.

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter with contact information, (2) a CV, (3) a statement of teaching experience and interests, (4) Names and contact information for 3 references (Letters of recommendation will be automatically requested through the system). Review will begin October 26th, position to start July 1, 2027.

Department: 00116 - School of Biological Sciences
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Non Tenure Track
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Requisition Number: PRN01592CF

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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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