Assistant Professor of Anatomy
Posted 6 days 18 hours ago by Lincoln Memorial University
Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Assistant Professor of Anatomy
Department
Department DCOM BASIC SCIENCES
Position Category
Position Category Faculty
Job Description
The DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine ( DCOM ) at Lincoln Memorial University ( LMU ) is seeking an open rank anatomy faculty member to contribute to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences and Anatomical Sciences, and PhD in Anatomy Education programs, with other teaching duties in allied health programs and dual enrollment courses as required. The position is a renewable, non-tenure track, 12-month appointment based at the main campus of LMU - DCOM in Harrogate, TN with occasional travel to the Knoxville, TN campus. The successful candidate will primarily facilitate large group lectures and small group lab sessions of dissection-based medical gross anatomy in the first-year basic sciences curriculum. Additional teaching in histology, neuroanatomy, and embryology courses as well as in the second-year systems-based curriculum is possible. Researchers in anatomy education, clinical anatomy, biological anthropology, or vertebrate paleontology are especially encouraged to apply to join existing collaborative research teams across campuses. Mentorship of graduate and medical students and participation in department and institutional service is expected. Benefits include a yearly budget for travel, professional development, and books; research startup funds; and an excellent benefits package including four weeks of paid vacation. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with training and experience.
Lincoln Memorial University, founded in 1897, is a comprehensive values-based learning community dedicated to providing quality educational experiences at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. The University strives to give students a foundation for a more productive life by upholding the principles of Abraham Lincoln's life: a dedication to individual liberty, responsibility, and improvement; a respect for citizenship; and a recognition of the intrinsic value of high moral and ethical standards. The University believes that one of the major cornerstones of meaningful existence is service to humanity. By making educational, service, and research opportunities available to students, Lincoln Memorial University seeks to improve life for the students it serves. While serving students from throughout the state, nation, and many other countries, the University retains a commitment to enrich the lives of people and communities in the Appalachian region.
Harrogate, TN is located on the TN-KY-VA tri-state border on the edge of the scenic Cumberland Plateau in the hills of Appalachia. The university lies immediately adjacent to the Cumberland Gap National Historic Park with numerous recreational lakes, rivers, and parks surrounding the region. The Big South Fork National Recreation Area and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are only 2 hours away. Harrogate is conveniently situated between several larger cities: 1.5 hours from Knoxville, 2.5 hours from Asheville NC, 2.5 hours from Lexington KY, and 4 hours from Nashville.
This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of January 2, 2024 and an expected start date of July 1, 2024. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Donna Hermey, Search Committee Chair, at or .
Required Qualifications
PhD in Anatomical Sciences or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in health professions education utilizing evidence-based pedagogies and strategies to increase student engagement and inclusivity.
- Experience teaching gross anatomy with whole-body donor dissection-based labs.
- Ability/interest to contribute to embryology, histology, and neuroanatomy courses.
- Active research program that can include graduate and medical students.
Campus
Campus Harrogate
Job Duty
Job Duty
Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at large;
Job Duty
promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and students;
Job Duty
contribute to the planning, development and evaluation of anatomy laboratory sessions within the DeBusk Osteopathic Medicine ( LMU - DCOM );
Job Duty
promote by precept and example a general atmosphere within the DCOM of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiry;
Job Duty
maintain intellectual integrity and to strive for academic excellence in his/her teaching;
Job Duty
promote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speech;
Job Duty
carry out lecture, seminar, small group discussion and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities effectively;
Job Duty
help present a course, and/or small group discussions;
Job Duty
meet classes according to published schedule;
Job Duty
commit to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversity;
Job Duty
provide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and/or elected committees as required;
Job Duty
complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sites;
Job Duty
teaching in the Masters of Anatomical Sciences program, Medical Gross Anatomy Courses and PhD in Anatomy program;
Job Duty
perform other duties as assigned.
Posting Number
Posting Number F00551P
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 07/01/2025
Job Close Date
Job Close Date 11/30/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary
About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at or .
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
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