Instructor- IL- Anatomy

Summary:

The Department of Anatomy, College of Graduate Studies, invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor of Anatomy. The Department is responsible for teaching gross anatomy, histology, embryology, and neuroscience across multiple health professions programs. The instructor will primarily support the laboratory components of departmental courses, with a particular emphasis on gross anatomy using human dissection and prosection.

Responsibilities include working closely with faculty and course directors to deliver high-quality laboratory instruction and student assessment. Candidates with experience in innovative teaching approaches, including e-learning, digital content development, flipped classroom methodologies, and the implementation of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence in education are especially encouraged to apply. Opportunities for classroom lecture delivery will be available based on departmental needs and the candidate's expertise.

The successful candidate will receive mentorship in teaching, educational scholarship, and professional development. Participation in ongoing research projects or the development of an independent scholarly program in the anatomical sciences is encouraged. Support for attendance at anatomical and educational conferences is available. This position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Anatomy.

• Work closely with the Course Directors, the faculty, and Anatomical Laboratory Manager to successfully deliver the Anatomy Laboratory curriculum
• Teach in the laboratory portions of our gross anatomy, histology, and neuroscience courses under the supervision of the individual Course Directors
• Work with the Course Directors in all aspects of educational assessment (e.g., laboratory practical exams), including exam construction (e.g., anatomical labeling, proctoring)
• Prepare prosected specimens as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A Ph.D. in Anatomical Sciences or a closely related field is preferred. Postdoctoral experience is not required.
• A master’s degree in Anatomical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline with a minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching human gross anatomy using dissection-based laboratory instruction is required.
• While gross anatomy is the primary focus of the position, preference will be given to candidates with additional teaching experience in histology and neuroscience, as well as evidence of scholarly activity or research productivity.
• Experience with innovative educational approaches, including e-learning, digital content development, flipped classroom methodologies, and the integration of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence in education, is preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required. Candidates should also be familiar with learning management systems such as Brightspace, Canvas, or similar educational platforms.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job the employee is occasionally required to sit and frequently required to stand and walk. This job requires an extensive use of hands (fine sensory and motor functions are essential) and arms. The ability to talk and hear is also required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. This individual will occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant…