Assistant/Associate Professor of Anatomy

Assistant/Associate Professor of Anatomy

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant/Associate Professor of Anatomy at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty)

Full-Time

Department

College of Medicine

Hours

N/A

Primary Duties and

Responsibilities:

The Department of Foundational and Clinical Sciences (FCS) at the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine (FCoM) at Belmont University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in Anatomy. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, mission-driven faculty committed to developing an innovative, integrated medical curriculum grounded in whole-person care and dedicated to the College's vision of transforming health through compassion and service.

This position involves teaching across the first two years of the curriculum, integrating foundational science content within organ-system-based courses, and contributing to active and team-based learning, anatomy dissection, histology laboratories, and clinical correlations. Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activity and service consistent with the expectations of a developing medical college and Belmont University's academic environment.

Primary position responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Deliver engaging instruction in histology, anatomy, and related biomedical sciences through a variety of teaching methods, including small-group, team-based, and active learning formats.
• Participate in the development, integration, and continuous improvement of pre-clerkship courses, ensuring alignment with program objectives and LCME accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with clinical and foundational science faculty to promote horizontal and vertical integration across the curriculum.
• Develop, implement, and assess formative and summative student evaluations that promote mastery and self-directed learning.
• Supervise anatomy dissection laboratories and contribute to the management and maintenance of the anatomy and histology teaching facilities.

Scholarship and Research

• Maintain a program of scholarly activity, which may include educational research, applied or translational science, anatomical education, or pedagogical innovation.
• Engage students in scholarly pursuits that align with FCoM's mission and contribute to the academic reputation of the department and college.
• Seek internal and external funding to support research or educational initiatives when appropriate.

Service and Leadership

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees, including curriculum and assessment subcommittees.
• Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to medical students, promoting personal and professional development.

Contribute to community engagement and professional service consistent with the mission of the College and Belmont University.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support a respectful, inclusive, and faith-informed learning environment that upholds the values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Appointment and Evaluation

This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-eligible faculty appointment in the Department of Foundational and Clinical Sciences. Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Tenure-track faculty are evaluated on performance in teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with the Belmont University Faculty Handbook and College of Medicine criteria for academic advancement.

About the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine

The Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, is committed to educating physicians who embrace whole-person care, compassionate service, and lifelong learning. Founded on Belmont's Christ-centered mission, the College seeks faculty who value collaboration, innovation, and mentorship in a faith-informed academic environment.

Required Qualifications:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

Form diverse leaders of character;Equip people to solve the world's complex problems through teaching, research and service;And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

• Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University's online integrated database system for student grading.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required EducationTerminal degree (PhD, MD, DO, or equivalent) in Anatomy, Histology, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.

Required ExperienceRequired: Demonstrated expertise in human gross anatomy and histology. Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, or medical school level. Commitment to innovative pedagogy and integration of foundational and clinical sciences. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting. Preferred: Experience in medical education within an LCME-accredited institution. Record of scholarly productivity (publications, presentations, or educational innovation). Familiarity with virtual anatomy tools, histology digital platforms, and active learning methodologies. Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation processes.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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