Microbiology, Virology, Biochemistry Open Rank Faculty- Department of Medical Education

Primary responsibilities will include teaching didactic and small group learning exercises primarily in the disciplines of microbiology, virology and cell biology. Teaching experience in, or willingness to expand into, the discipline of biochemistry is required. Students are first- and second-year dental, medical and graduate students, at UTHSC. Applicants should submit a letter with description of teaching philosophy and experience, curriculum vitae, and names of three references in a single Word or PDF document via UTHSC’s hiring portal.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/V institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree with a background in microbiology, virology or cell biology and be eligible for a faculty appointment at the level of an Assistant, Associate or full Professor.  

Departmental Preferences: 

Teaching experience in healthcare professional and graduate level courses is preferred but not required.  The candidate should be an enthusiastic educator with demonstrated ability to work productively, collegially, and effectively within a faculty-team environment. This position includes opportunities to conduct scholarly activities related to educational programs.