Cell Biology and Physiology CFS Professorial Faculty – Anatomy

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

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About The Position

The Department of Cell Biology and Physiology at Brigham Young University (https://cell.byu.edu) announces up to two full-time, tenure-track faculty positions. Eligible candidates will possess a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in physiology, anatomy, cell biology, exercise science, or related discipline. Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for effective teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in the classroom and laboratory. Candidates specializing in anatomy and/or physiology (cellular, molecular, systems, exercise, or applied) are especially encouraged to apply.
It is expected that the new faculty will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in anatomy and/or physiology. They will maintain an active research program that provides high-quality experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. Their research program will result in regular presentations at scientific conferences and a consistent record of peer-reviewed publications in reputable scientific journals, as well as efforts to obtain external funding to support their research. It is also expected that they will be involved in university service and actively engaged in professional organizations at the regional and national levels.
United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education .
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

• Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in physiology, anatomy, cell biology, exercise science, or related discipline
• demonstrate strong potential for effective teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in the classroom and laboratory

Nice To Haves

• Candidates specializing in anatomy and/or physiology (cellular, molecular, systems, exercise, or applied) are especially encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• teach undergraduate and graduate courses in anatomy and/or physiology
• maintain an active research program that provides high-quality experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students
• result in regular presentations at scientific conferences and a consistent record of peer-reviewed publications in reputable scientific journals, as well as efforts to obtain external funding to support their research
• be involved in university service and actively engaged in professional organizations at the regional and national levels

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree