Assistant/Associate Professor of Physiology

Job Type: Faculty Job Description: Kansas City University (KCU) is adding to our department of Basic Sciences in the College of Osteopathic Medicine at our campus in Joplin, Missouri. The Basic Science team and is seeking a new full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Physiology. We particularly seek an individual with multi-disciplinary expertise in human physiology, with higher emphasis in Cardio, Pulmonary and Renal Physiology. This individual will contribute to the education of students; engage in service opportunities to effectively and positively promote the University, the discipline, and the profession; and actively engage in the advancement of research and scholarly activities. Within your application materials, please include the three following documents: CV/Resume Letter of interest (cover letter) Summary of your teaching philosophy If you have issues attaching these during the application process, email them to tcunningham@kansascity.edu Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Continuously prepares and teaches assigned courses Develops course syllabi Actively participates in curriculum and assessment development for student success Provide student advisement/office hours Use innovative teaching methods and the application of learning sciences in medical education Participates in admissions activities Participates in committee(s) as assigned Engages in independent mission relevant research or other scholarly activity and continued professional development Participates in Commencement and White Coat ceremonies Understands accreditation standards and expectations specific to the department and adheres to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards Conducts oneself appropriately, professionally, and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of KCU Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Ph.D. or related doctoral degree/DO/MD Undergraduate or graduate training or teaching in human physiology preferred Record of publication in peer reviewed journals Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of personnel and students. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment. Excellent communication skills (oral/written) essential. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law. Annual Security Report KCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff. Our annual campus security report lists campus crimes and statistics for the campus and public areas around campus for the last three years, in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Thank you for your interest in a career at KCU! Kansas City University, founded in 1916, is a fully accredited, private not-for-profit health sciences university, and the fifth-oldest osteopathic medical school in the nation. KCU's Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Biosciences and Dental Medicine offer graduate degree programs in osteopathic medicine, clinical psychology, biomedical sciences and dental medicine, as well as multiple dual-degree opportunities. To learn more about KCU, our colleges and academic programs, visit kansascity.edu. Are you interested in learning more about opportunities at KCU but don't see a specific position that fits your experience and skills at this time? Please introduce yourself to us by sharing your CV/resume and we will be in contact with you as future opportunities that match your qualifications become available.