Anatomy Teaching Fellow

High Point University•High Point, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Congdon School of Health Sciences at High Point University (High Point, NC) is seeking five Graduate Teaching Fellows to assist in human gross anatomy instruction for the Summer of 2026. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree required; Candidates should preferably be ABD PhD students in anthropology, anatomy, biology, or a related field with a research focus on some aspect of human and/or primate evolutionary anatomy or morphology. Candidates must have completed a graduate-level cadaveric gross anatomy course, earning a high grade, and must be available for the duration of the contract. The PT semester is usually a week or two longer than the PA semester so candidates should indicate their summer availability. Experience and Training: Previously taken cadaveric gross anatomy and performed well Previous experience teaching at the college level Knowledge, Skills, Ability: Knowledge of Human Anatomy Dissection Skills Communication skills Responsibilities: Graduate Teaching Fellows will be responsible for assisting with instruction of graduate students in human cadaveric dissections, preparing and dissecting human cadaveric specimens, and aiding in the composition of written and practical exams. Three of the Graduate Teaching Fellows will form the teaching team for the Physician Assistant Gross Anatomy course led by course director, Dr. James D. Pampush. The PA Gross Anatomy course runs from the last week of May to the second week of August. Two of the Graduate Teaching Fellows will be part of the Physical Therapy Human Anatomy teaching team, led by course director Dr. Susan Lad. This course spans the last week of May through mid-August. Application: Interested candidates should email the following items to both Susan Lad ([email protected]) and JD Pampush ([email protected]): A short cover letter (<1 page) detailing interest and relevant qualifications A curriculum vitae, including anatomy-related research activities An unofficial transcript indicating completion of a graduate level cadaveric gross anatomy course with a high grade The names and contact information for three references Review of applications and filling of positions will begin immediately; and we will aim to have all positions filled by March 25, 2026 to ensure ample time for summer planning by all parties. We welcome applications of all eligible candidates and encourage inquiries about the positions. In the past we have deferred opportunities to future summers so please inquire even if you cannot participate this year. High Point University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is a God, family and country school. High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas. High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree required
Candidates must have completed a graduate-level cadaveric gross anatomy course, earning a high grade
Candidates must be available for the duration of the contract
Knowledge of Human Anatomy
Dissection Skills
Communication skills

Nice To Haves

Candidates should preferably be ABD PhD students in anthropology, anatomy, biology, or a related field with a research focus on some aspect of human and/or primate evolutionary anatomy or morphology
Previously taken cadaveric gross anatomy and performed well
Previous experience teaching at the college level