Assistant/Associate/Professor of Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Arkansas Colleges of Health Education • Fort Smith, AR

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About The Position

The Assistant/Associate/Professor of Biochemistry and Cell Biology will drive, support, and ensure the integration of scientifically based biomedical sciences and osteopathic principles and practices in the training of students in the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM) and other programs within the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE). This hire will be integral in further developing a curriculum, which integrates multiple basic science fields in team-based, large and small group, learning environments. The faculty member will engage in innovative scholarship and research to advance medical knowledge and provide training opportunities for ACHE students. Dedication to achieving ACHE's mission through regional and national service is an area of focus.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (PhD) in Biochemistry or Cell Biology or a closely related field.
• Demonstration of successful teaching experience as an instructor or course coordinator/director of a relevant scientific discipline at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Sustained productivity and contribution (e.g., presentations, publications, patents, etc.) to a relevant professional field.
• Possess skills necessary to contribute to the advancement of a Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology at ARCOM.

Nice To Haves

• Post-doctoral experience in a biomedical research setting.
• For Assistant Professor, two (2) years academic experience as a full-time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Allopathic Medicine, College of Health or Allied Sciences.
• Appointments at the Associate Professor level will require six (6) years previous experience as Assistant Professor.
• Appointments at the Full Professor level will require six (6) years previous experience as Associated Professor.
• Excellent leadership and administrative skills, established track record of mentorship, and experience in medical and/or graduate education.
• Experience in the development and implementation of courses in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in team-based learning approaches to instruction.
• Demonstrated achievement(s) integrating the basic sciences from research or educational endeavors.

Responsibilities

• Direct the education and instruction of students including fostering and cultivating the overall learning environment by mentoring students in educational endeavors that encompass research, scholarly activity, classroom instruction, active learning groups, and laboratory experience.
• Participate in the assessment and evaluation of students and provide feedback and remedial assistance to ensure that the students of ACHE meet the standards established by the faculty and college and obtain the knowledge, skills and competency required.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and modification as part of the college's ongoing quality improvement and assessment program.
• Maintain office hours for student advising, tutoring, remediation and consultation as specified by ACHE.
• Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to assist the college in fulfilling its mission and vision through teaching or other professional endeavors, and actively participate in service.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior in all aspects of personal and professional actions and performance.
• Maintain an ongoing personal and professional development portfolio, including documentation of teaching, professional development activities and plans, service provided to college and communities, scholarly activity, and research to assure personal growth and continued competency with specialty field of Biochemistry or Cell Biology.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree