ASHS - Assistant/Associate Professor, Anatomy

A.T. Still University’s Arizona School of Health Sciences (ATSU-ASHS) invites applications for a full-time faculty member to join the Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences on ATSU’s Mesa campus. We seek a highly motivated and collaborative faculty member who has a passion for teaching and experience in gross anatomy.

This faculty member will play a key role in teaching teams to deliver core content to graduate health professions students (athletic training, audiology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology) enrolled in residential and online courses. This is an exempt, tenure track 12-month faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities for this position include developing courses, delivering courses with co- instructors (teaching teams), conducting independent research in area(s) of expertise, and engaging in service at multiple levels (departmental, school, professional, and community). This faculty member will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences and work collaboratively with other faculty members to ensure the highest quality of education and mentorship for our students.

The ideal candidate will be innovative, enthusiastic, and committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. We seek a faculty member with the following qualifications, skills, and accomplishments:

Required Qualifications

• Terminal academic doctoral degree in anatomy and/or science related field (eg, PhD or equivalent)
• Higher education teaching experience in human gross anatomy.
• Ability to conduct independent research in a defined area
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and students
• Skilled in working on interdisciplinary, collaborative, and diverse teams
• Commitment to supporting and promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
  

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to teach other anatomy- and/or research-related courses (eg, neuroanatomy, research methods, statistical analysis).
• Experience developing and delivering online and hybrid courses at the graduate level
• Experience working with a variety of student learning styles
• Interest and experience in mentoring graduate student research
• Interest and experience delivering programming for faculty development
• Credentialed healthcare provider (eg, ATC, PT, OT) who is eligible for licensure in the State of Arizona

A.T. Still University (ATSU) is a culturally rich environment leading the way in whole-person health education with innovative technology and instruction. From its inception in 1892, ATSU has had a long tradition of inclusion. The Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences delivers high-quality, evidence-based, and interdisciplinary education in the core health sciences and provides technical expertise to support scholarly activities pursued by members of the Arizona School of Health Sciences community..

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, and more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits.

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names of contact information for three professional references, via this link. A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Dr. Kellie Bliven, Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences. kbliven@atsu.edu or 480-219-6191.