Job ID: 74
Job Title: Faculty, Biochemistry
Location: Mesa, AZ
Biochemistry Faculty – Assistant/Associate Professor
A unique opportunity with the first college of osteopathic medicine in the world. A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Biochemistry. The position is based at the Mesa, Arizona campus, situated in one of the Southwest’s premier cities at the foothills of the region’s scenic mountain ranges.
ATSU-SOMA values education-focused faculty members who prioritize student learning, educational innovation, and professional collaboration. Faculty members will have opportunities to participate in scholarly activities, such as developing new teaching methods or educational research, but should not expect resources for laboratory-based or biomedical bench research.
Located east of Phoenix, the city of Mesa is home to over half a million residents and is a progressive, vibrant, and diverse metropolis that appeals to a variety of lifestyles. The Mesa campus is surrounded by beautiful desert scenery with the perfect climate for year-round outdoor activities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Serve as a content expert in biochemistry. Facilitate small group learning and collaborate on case-based learning sessions. Work collaboratively with other faculty to create and develop cases for case-based learning sessions. Prepare educational tools (AV, demonstration models, workshops, lesson plans, etc.), as needed. Provide reliable and valid formative and summative assessment items, including board-style questions. Identify and support underperforming students through evaluation tools. Advise, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to students. Act as an advisor for at least one student club. Participate in departmental and institutional committees. Act as a course director for one block in the preclinical curriculum Engage in scholarly activity related to medical education, teaching methods, or community-based research. Contribute to faculty development offerings and curricular meetings. Interview prospective students for ATSU-SOMA. Accept assignments and directives from the Department Chair and Curricular Deans. Perform additional duties as assigned to meet the goals and mission of ATSU-SOMA.
Education & Experience:
A terminal degree (PhD or DSc) in biochemistry or molecular biology. Teaching experience in higher education with a demonstrated ability to engage students. Strong preference for candidates experienced in collaborative and interactive teaching strategies, such as case-based or team based learning.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
Expertise in biochemistry with a focus on educational application rather than research. Proficiency with student privacy standards (FERPA, HIPAA). Strong communication skills and computer literacy (MS Office Suite and learning management systems). Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Flexibility and willingness to contribute to a collegial academic environment.
Application Instructions & Salary/Benefits Information:
Confidential inquiries, nominations and applications (CV and Letter of Interest) and can be directed to ATSU-SOMA’s executive search partner Eric Dickerson at Kaye/Bassman International via email at ericd@kbic.com and/or academicmedicine@kbic.com
Paid Time Off:
Employees are provided with a comprehensive paid time-off package, which includes:
- 20 vacation days per year
- All standard paid holidays
- University closure from Christmas through New Year’s Day
- Three personal days annually, available after one year of employment
