Adjunct Faculty, Anatomy and Physiology, Physician Assistant Program

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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Adjunct Faculty member is contracted on a temporary basis to provide instruction in the Medical Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory series during Quarters 1 and 2 of the Physician Assistant Program. This role focuses on direct teaching responsibilities and oversight of cadaver-based dissection and laboratory instruction, ensuring students gain a strong foundation in the medical sciences required for PA practice.

The adjunct faculty member will deliver course content in collaboration with program leadership, maintain consistency with program learning outcomes, and foster student engagement in a clinically integrated learning environment. This temporary role does not carry the broader administrative and accreditation responsibilities of principal faculty. Adjunct faculty are expected to instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Teaching is carried out through learning-centered instruction designed to prepare graduates to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace.

Faculty members are expected to:

• Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development.
• Assure that the South University philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out all duties and responsibilities.
• Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, department, and university, and abide by the mandates of the South University Board of Trustees.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
1. Provide high-quality teaching in the Anatomy and Physiology lecture and laboratory series, including cadaver-based dissection.
2. Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
3. Deliver clinically relevant, systems-based instruction aligned with program learning outcomes and competencies for PA practice.
4. Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
5. Effectively utilize technology in the classroom and laboratory to support the student learning experience.
6. Promote student success by showing flexibility in teaching style and work schedule, exhibiting a passion for teaching, and engaging students in the learning process.
7. Provide timely feedback and remedial support as needed to foster student mastery and progression.
8. Prepare, administer, and grade course examinations, laboratory practical exams, and other student assessments.
9. Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes by establishing student performance criteria, evaluating student learning, and fostering proficiency.
10. Keep accurate records, submit grades and reports on time, and enforce academic and attendance policies consistent with university and program expectations.
11. Relate professional, clinical, or research experience to instruction, bringing industry and medical relevance into the classroom and laboratory setting.
12. Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered instruction.
13. Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South University administrators.
14. Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in