University of Nebraska at Kearney hiring Assistant Professor of Health Science in Kearney, NE | LinkedIn (2024)

Working Title Assistant Professor of Health Science Brief Summary of Job Description The successful applicant will be trained in a laboratory/health sciences related discipline (anatomy, physiology, microbiology, genetics, cellular biology, parasitology, or immunology) and will be expected to pedagogically address and respond to the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds that have been historically underrepresented. Duties will include 1) teaching on-campus undergraduate courses 2) developing and instructing online graduate courses 3) establishing a successful independent research program involving undergraduate students and 4) performing service to the department, university, and profession. Job Duties Duties will include 1) teaching on-campus undergraduate courses 2) developing and instructing online graduate courses 3) establishing a successful independent research program involving undergraduate students and 4) performing service to the department, university, and profession. Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent in a biological field; teaching experience in courses related to the laboratory/health sciences; ability to be granted graduate faculty status (evidence of two recent publications in peer reviewed journals within the last 3 years); strong communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Post-doctoral experience; experience mentoring undergraduate student research; skill in online instruction; evidence of grant writing. Physical Demands Desired Start Date 01/08/2024 Is this position temporary? No Position End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicant Special Conditions for Eligibility Posting Detail Information Posting Number FP Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Application Review Date: Initial application review will begin on this date. Applications received prior to this date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered. 04/01/2024 For questions regarding the online application process, please contact: or For questions regarding the position, please contact: Austin Nuxoll Budget Information Budget Summary Benefits Eligible 100% If eligible click this link for a full explanation of benefits: UNK Benefits Summary Page