Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Physiology

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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.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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