Associate Professor - College/University

Associate Professor of Anatomy, DCOM, Knoxville Position Title Associate Professor of Anatomy, DCOM, Knoxville
Department DCOM BASIC SCIENCES
Position Category Faculty
The DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine at Lincoln Memorial University is seeking an open rank anatomy faculty member to contribute to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences and Anatomical Sciences, and PhD in Anatomy Education programs, with other teaching duties in allied health programs and dual enrollment courses as required. The position is a renewable, non-tenure, 12-month appointment based at the satellite location of LMU - DCOM in Knoxville, TN with occasional travel to the main campus in Harrogate, TN. The successful candidate will primarily facilitate large group lectures and small group lab sessions of dissection-based medical gross anatomy in the first-year basic sciences curriculum. Additional teaching in histology, neuroanatomy, and embryology courses as well as in the second-year systems-based curriculum is possible. Researchers in anatomy education, clinical anatomy, biological anthropology, or vertebrate paleontology are especially encouraged to apply to join existing collaborative research teams across campuses. Mentorship of graduate and medical students and participation in department and institutional service is expected. Benefits include a yearly budget for travel, professional development, and books; research startup funds; Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with training and experience. Lincoln Memorial University, founded in 1897, is a comprehensive values-based learning community dedicated to providing quality educational experiences at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. The University strives to give students a foundation for a more productive life by upholding the principles of Abraham Lincolns life: a dedication to individual liberty, responsibility, and improvement; The University believes that one of the major cornerstones of meaningful existence is service to humanity. By making educational, service, and research opportunities available to students, Lincoln Memorial University seeks to improve life for the students it serves. While serving students from throughout the state, nation, and many other countries, the University retains a commitment to enrich the lives of people and communities in the Appalachian region. The university lies within a large metropolitan area that is only 1 hour away from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. PhD in Anatomical Sciences or related field
Experience in health professions education utilizing evidence-based pedagogies and strategies to increase student engagement and inclusivity. Experience teaching gross anatomy with whole-body donor dissection-based labs. Ability/interest to contribute to embryology, histology, and neuroanatomy courses. Active research program that can include graduate and medical students
Contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of anatomy laboratory sessions within LMU - DCOM ;
Maintain intellectual integrity and to strive for academic excellence in his/her teaching;
Promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speech;
Help present a course, and/or small group discussions;
Commit to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity;
Provide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and/or elected committees as required;
Teaching in the Masters of Anatomical Sciences program, Medical Gross Anatomy Courses and PhD in Anatomy program
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io 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.
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