Assistant Professor of Biology Position Available In Claiborne, Tennessee

Assistant Professor of Biology
Assistant Professor of Biology

Company:

Lincoln Memorial University

Job Location:

Harrogate, 37752

Category:

Biology

Type:

Full-Time

Department:

Biology & Chemistry Position Category:

Faculty Job Description The Department of Biology at Lincoln Memorial University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Biology with expertise in Anatomy and Physiology to begin August 2025. The position serves the undergraduate program on the Harrogate, TN campus nestled in the unique Cumberland Gap region where Tennessee meets Kentucky and Virginia. The successful candidate will have earned a PhD in Anatomy, Comparative Anatomy and Physiology, or an appropriate related discipline. Primary teaching responsibilities may include Human Anatomy & Physiology, Comparative Anatomy, and additional courses that support the undergraduate biology curriculum. The faculty member will have the primary responsibility of teaching (80% workload). Other responsibilities will include scholarship and service in support of the University, College, and Department missions. Scholarship will be based on the faculty member’s area of interest and will support undergraduate research through mentorship. To ensure a smooth transition into our academic community, the successful candidate will participate in LMUs New Faculty Academy. Additionally, during their first year, the new faculty member will enjoy moderated scholarship and service expectations while receiving guidance and support from a faculty mentor assigned by the department. Required Qualifications Terminal degree (PhD) in Anatomy, Comparative Anatomy and Physiology, or appropriate related discipline; •educational preparation in accordance with requirements of the University and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and •evidence of potential for effective teaching and scholarly activity Preferred Qualifications college-level teaching experience

Campus:

Harrogate Posting Number:

F00385

P Job Open Date:

05/06/2025

Open Until Filled:

No Special Instructions Summary #MON
Harrogate, Tennessee 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 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu. 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. Background Check Statement The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position. Job Duties
undertake the standard “Instructional/Research/Service Workload” as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
provide course and classroom conduct as outlined in the LMU Employee Handbook
comply with the LMU Employee Handbook
submit textbook requests
comply with announced requirements
engage in professional development
assist the department chair with effective development and implementation of the department’s Student Recruitment and Retention Plan, such as Homepage, Brochures, and student letters
assist department chair in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Long-Range Strategic Plan and Outcomes Assessment Plan for the assigned program/department
support and promote the university’s SEWS and Transparent Instruction programs within the curriculum
assist the department chair with necessary department, school or university reports/schedules as requested
demonstrate current knowledge of discipline content and assist the department chair with curricular revisions and changes as requested
appropriately align course syllabi goals and objectives to academic major program goals and student outcomes for each course taught
develop a current syllabus for each assigned class and distribute a course syllabus to each student
submit a current copy of each syllabus to the department chair by a predetermined deadline
evaluate enrolled students and submit grades to the Registrar by a predetermined deadline
requisition instructional materials and supplies through the department chair
assure completion of the student course evaluation instrument for the semester as requested
participate in the faculty evaluation process and use the results to improve teaching and strengthen the major
establish and maintain the resources of the academic department, the school, and the University
submit to department chair his/her semester schedule that indicates weekly teaching assignment, office/conference hours and involvement in university, school and department councils or committees
effectively advise assigned students in an individualized educational plan for their program of study and maintain an accurate and current academic file for each advisee
explore career goals with each assigned advisee
mentor majors through the research process
fulfill the university’s scholarship expectation through research, publication, grant development, and creative achievement
participate in events that support the institution, the faculty, staff and students
participate in commencement exercises
participate in community and public service opportunities
attend department, school, convocation, and university faculty meetings
promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and to the community at large
promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students
participate on university committees
maintain proper security for all University files and information and follow privacy procedures at all times
maintain records and procedures for duties and responsibilities of position
complete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the advancement of University programs, both on campus and at off-campus sites
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