Lecturer, Human Anatomy

Lecturer, Human Anatomy & Physiology

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: Public Health and Exercise Science (HES) - 273200

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Master's degree in anatomy, physiology, biology, kinesiology, exercise science or a related discipline, or medical degree. Candidates whose degree is in a related discipline must demonstrate academic experience and credentials to teach anatomy and physiology at the undergraduate level.
• Evidence of or potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Evidence of potential for professional service to the University and/or to the public.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

• Evidence of human cadaver dissection, or related dissection experience
• Evidence of student mentorship
• Evidence of teaching anatomy and physiology within higher education
• Evidence of course design at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Evidence of service to the university, community and/or professional organization.
• Additional or advanced experience in health sciences, biology, health sciences, biology, medicine or related field is desired

License/Certification Required
N/A

Description of the Department or Unit
The newly created Department of Kinesiology (effective July 2025; formerly the Department of Public Health & Exercise Science) at Appalachian State University comprises nationally accredited and recognized programs including a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Kinesiology (formerly Exercise Science). The Kinesiology graduate program at App State has a long history of success and prestige in strength & conditioning and clinical exercise physiology. The department features state of the art laboratories and supports faculty with diverse research and practice backgrounds.
Appalachian State University's Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) is transforming the health and quality of lives of individuals, families, and communities through inclusive practices, interprofessional collaboration, and innovation in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical outreach. The BCHS supports over 3,400 students in nine undergraduate and nine graduate degree programs, organized into six academic departments. The programs are located in Boone in the Holmes Convocation Center and the Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, the cornerstone of Boone's Wellness District. We also have a presence on our new campus in Hickory. The college supports the Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness and has a collaborative partnership with the Wake Forest School of Medicine's Physician Assistant Program and multiple health and human service agencies across the region. Learn more at https://healthsciences.appstate.edu

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching undergraduate core courses in the Department of Kinesiology (effective July 2025; formerly the Department of Public Health & Exercise Science), with a primary role teaching in person anatomy and physiology laboratory classes. Responsibilities include undergraduate anatomy and physiology laboratory preparation and working with human cadavers. Other undergraduate teaching may include introduction to kinesiology (formerly exercise science), anatomy and physiology lectures. Participating in service activities for the department, university, community and professional organizations.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/11/2025
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date: 3/31/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 02/28/2025

To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/49649

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.


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