Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor of Health Sciences

Drexel•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health Sciences at Drexel University is seeking a non-tenure track faculty member at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor. The primary responsibility will be teaching research-related courses to undergraduate students, which may include research methods, statistics, and a new research seminar focused on the candidate's expertise. A secondary responsibility involves teaching human anatomy and physiology courses. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to inclusive teaching, enthusiastic about establishing scholarship and service to support academic growth, and committed to the department's mission of engaging undergraduates in experiential learning. A key focus is supporting the department's teaching mission, with protected time for research, service, and career development provided. Expertise in chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular physiology, muscle physiology, aging, and genetics is of particular interest. Candidates with a scholarly agenda that can enhance the department's focus on undergraduate research experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. The Department of Health Sciences is undergoing significant development, including a move to a new state-of-the-art building, expansion of its Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program, and initiatives to grow undergraduate research and a new health-focused exercise science major. Opportunities for collaboration exist within Drexel University and with regional institutions and healthcare centers.

Requirements

Minimum of a PhD or comparable doctoral degree
Minimum of 1+ years of experience teaching in higher education
Experience with development of multimedia and integration of technology in an academic setting
Strong communication and inter-personal skills
Commitment to collaborating with instructors across a shared course and department
Commitment to teaching, scholarship, service and growth as an academic faculty member
Alignment with the goals and direction of the Health Sciences Department

Nice To Haves

Expertise that compliments current faculty and potential collaborators within the College of Nursing & Health Professions and Drexel University
A defined scholarly agenda related to health sciences
Experience with mentoring students in undergraduate research
Experience teaching in a gross anatomy lab

Responsibilities

Teaching research-related courses to undergraduate students, including research methods, statistics, and/or a newly developed research seminar.
Teaching courses in human anatomy and physiology.
Other duties as assigned.