Assistant Professor of Practice, Allied Health
Assistant Professor of Practice, Allied Health
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Job Description
The University of Akrons Allied Health Department seeks a non-tenure track faculty member to teach didactic and experiential courses within the School of Allied Health including (but not limited to) Anatomy & Physiology Medical Terminology Pathology Pharmacology and Evidence-Based Practice. The faculty member may also assist in course development accreditation student advising and evidence-based practice (and/or applied research) of relevance to the school.
Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements
Additional Position Information:
Required/ Minimum Qualifications:
1.) Masters degree (or higher) in either a health science or biological sciences-related discipline;
2.) If an entry-level professional master or doctoral degree in a clinical discipline (M.D. D.O. D.C. D.P.T. Pharm.D. etc.) is used to meet the minimum education requirement the degree must be accompanied with active licensure within the United States in the field associated with the professional degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
1.) A minimum of 1 year prior teaching experience;
2.) Experience teaching in an online/distance learning format;
3.) Experience using course management software (i.e. Brightspace Blackboard etc.);
4.) Experience teaching anatomy and physiology for health professions students or experience teaching health professions courses (physical assessment etc.) for which anatomy and physiology is an explicit course prerequisite;
5.) Experience with course development and assessment;
6.) Experience providing academic advising to undergraduate students;
7.) Experience undertaking evidence-based practice (and/or applied research) initiatives;
8.) Participation in activities that support programmatic and/or facility accreditation;
9.) Demonstrated understanding of the role of foundational health sciences courses in preparing students for clinical practice.
Application Instructions
In order to be considered for this position please attach the necessary documents: CV Cover Letter Teaching/Research Philosophy etc. Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.
Compensation: Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 1 2025.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
American Association of University ProfessorsFor assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Cindy HarmEmail:
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.
Employment Type
Full-Time
