Assistant Professor-IL-Anatomy

The Department of Anatomy, in the College of Graduate Studies, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will participate in team-taught Gross Anatomy courses with cadaver dissection lab within our graduate, medical and health professions programs.

Applicants will be expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting extramural funding. Current research interests within the department include metabolism, biological anthropology, vertebrate paleontology, regeneration and plasticity, auditory system, myelination and demyelinating diseases.

To be considered for the position :

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a field related to anatomical sciences with a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Applicants must be able to teach gross anatomy with cadaver dissection lab.
• Applicants must have at least two years of postdoctoral experience with a record of publications and grant applications in the related field.

Applicants with demonstrated additional teaching expertise in histology or embryology will be given preference. Review of applications will begin April 30, 2024, and close when the position is filled.

Your application packet must include the following information in attachments :

• Cover letter
• Application
• Contact information for 3 references
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Research development plan and possible funding sources

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences.

The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine.

Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short / long term disability and pet insurance.

We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child / dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick / flex days, personal days and vacation days.

We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.

Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.