Clinical Assistant Professor in Human Physiology, Department of Health Sciences

Clinical Assistant Professor in Human Physiology

Department of Health Sciences

Boston University College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor to join the Human Physiology Program in the Department of Health Sciences. The Department of Health Sciences believes the cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the excellence of our academic programs and scholarship. We are especially eager to have colleagues join our ranks that support our commitment to ensuring BU is an inclusive, equitable, and diverse place where everyone can thrive.

This position is a full-time, renewable, non-tenure track position that may begin as early as January 2023 or in Fall 2023. Clinical Assistant Professors at Boston University are expected to teach, carry out scholarly activities, advise students, and participate in service. The individuals hired will teach 2-3 courses per semester, engage in research or other scholarly activities, and advise undergraduate and graduate students. The successful candidates will have the ability to teach Gross Human Anatomy and other courses in physiology and/or research which could include: Research Methodology, Clinical Trials & Industry Insights, Techniques of Scientific Presentation, Bias in Research and Medicine, Clinical ECG Interpretation, Physiology across the Lifespan, Renal Physiology, Advanced Regional Anatomy, Hypertension and/or other related/created courses.

Qualifications include:

• A terminal degree (PhD, MD, etc.) in a biological, physiological, or health science field is required
  • Advanced ABD (or equivalent) will also be considered
  Teaching or mentoring experience at the college/university level is required Interest and/or experience in undergraduate student advising is required Experience in academia, the life sciences industry, or medicine is preferred Potential to develop independent and/or collaborative scholarship at Boston University is required.

The Department of Health Sciences is part of a vibrant Boston University academic and research community that includes 17 schools and colleges across the Charles River and Medical campuses, including the Boston University School of Medicine as well as other institutions in the Boston area. The Human Physiology Program strives to be more human: providing human-based curriculum, offering a sense of community, delivering quality mentorship, and collaborating & engaging with the community. We invite you to join our team and help us achieve this mission.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, apply by October 15th. Please electronically submit a cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to the email address, below. In your letter, please include a description of how, as a teacher, mentor, or community member, you would sustain our commitment to fostering a more inclusive university culture. Candidates who, within their application materials, substantively address their experiences, strengths, and opportunities for growth regarding diversity, inclusivity, and full participation at Boston University will receive the highest priority/consideration. Visit our institutional diversity statement for additional context. 

charland@bu.edu

Attn: Prof. Dustin Allen, Search Committee Chair

Department of Health Sciences

Boston University

College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College

Boston, MA 02215

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Candidates who, within their application materials, substantively address their experiences, strengths, and opportunities for growth regarding diversity, inclusivity, and full participation at Boston University will receive the highest priority/consideration. Please visit our institutional diversity statement for additional context.