Assistant Professor of Microbiology, DCOM, OPFL

Assistant Professor of Microbiology, DCOM, OPFL Position Title: Assistant Professor of Microbiology, DCOM, OPFL Department: DCOM BASIC SCIENCES Position Category: Faculty The Assistant Professor of Microbiology for the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine shall have the primary responsibility of teaching microbiology. They shall also be held accountable for scholarly activity as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University, the School, and the Department. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in microbiology, immunology, or an appropriate discipline; have at least two years of relevant postdoctoral training and evidence of scholarly research. Academic rank will be commensurate with training and experience. Salary and research opportunities, including startup funds are negotiable. Job Duties Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large. Promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students. Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU - DCOM). Promote by precept and example a general atmosphere within the DCOM of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry. Maintain intellectual integrity and strive for academic excellence in teaching. Promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speaking. Maintain up-to-date records of the grades of each student enrolled in courses. Have on file in the appropriate office an outline and list of the goals and objectives for each lecture. Carry out lecture, seminar, small group discussion and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities effectively. Design and present a course, series of integrated lectures and/or small group discussions. Prepare examination questions as well as grade a course or portion of course. Meet classes according to published schedule. Serve as an active member of the department, working closely with the department head to further the department and College mission and vision. Commit to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity. Serve as an example to learners and colleagues of appropriate professional behavior. Participate in scholarly activity. Serve as mentor to medical and other students. Provide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and/or elected committees as required. Complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites. Perform other duties as assigned. Posting Information Posting Number: F01652P Job Open Date: 01/21/2026 Job Close Date: 10/31/2026 Open Until Filled: No Equal Opportunity Employer Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). #J-18808-Ljbffr Lincoln Memorial University