817120-Academic Faculty

Job Summary

The Department of Medical Education at the Quillen College of Medicine of East Tennessee State University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor rank faculty position in the areas of Physiology and Pathophysiology education to teach in an active learning-based medical education program. Exceptional applicants may be considered for a convertible or tenure-track position. We seek candidates with broad training in Medical Physiology and Pathophysiology, and who demonstrate the ability for excellent teaching. Responsibilities will include teaching Physiology/Pathophysiology to medical and graduate students and management of the Physiology discipline thread across Quillen’s organ systems-based curriculum. Preference will be given to those candidates with expertise in interactive learning pedagogies, knowledge of medical school accreditation standards, and educational scholarship. 

The successful candidate will contribute to the education of medical students within the foundational science curriculum, engage in scholarly activity in medical education or related fields, and participate in service that supports departmental, college, and institutional goals. We seek collaborative, learner-centered educators who are enthusiastic about using active learning approaches (e.g., team-based and problem-based learning) to promote student engagement, responsibility for learning, and clinical readiness, consistent with Quillen College of Medicine standards. Faculty are supported and promoted with the development and dissemination of educational scholarship and research programs. 

This is an excellent opportunity with a competitive salary, a 3-year rolling contract, state-of-the-art teaching facilities, and the commitment of the existing faculty to provide strong career mentoring.  Our very collegial environment also extends to clinical departments and other colleges at ETSU. 

The university is a regional state-supported institution serving ~15,000 students.  Quillen College of Medicine consistently ranks among the top Schools nationwide for rural medicine and primary care education.  Johnson City is located at the base of the scenic Appalachian Mountains and provides a friendly, small-town atmosphere with a low cost of living, excellent public and private schools, clean mountain air, light traffic, and southern hospitality.

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing course objectives linked to USMLE content and QCOM institutional educational objectives where physiology and pathophysiology are relevant.
• Planning, developing, and providing active-learning student materials.
• Planning, developing, and providing active-learning pedagogical modalities within the pre-clinical curriculum.
• Writing and modifying quality NBME-style questions with faculty and staff support to be used in both the classroom and assessment settings, ensuring fair and accurate evaluation of student learning.
• Collaborating with faculty across basic and clinical sciences to ensure content integration.
• Acting as a team member to ensure courses run smoothly.
• Work as a valued team member in implementing course continuous quality improvement.
• Mentoring and supporting medical students in their professional and clinical development. 
• Participating in departmental and institutional service, faculty development, and curriculum committees. 
• Contributing to academic scholarship through either educational or basic/clinical sciences-based research.

Clinical Responsibilities (optional) 

• Engage in part-time clinical duties within the Department of Pathology, including diagnostic work and case review.
• Provide expertise in pathology and histopathology and contribute to departmental initiatives.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Successful candidates must present evidence of an established record of, or demonstrate a strong potential for, effective Medical Physiology/Pathophysiology teaching.
• A commitment to work productively with a team of medical educators from other basic and clinical science disciplines. 
• Evidence for realized and/or potential of productive scholarly and creative activity. 
• Ability to teach medical and graduate students from all backgrounds. 
• Effective use of interpersonal and communication skills that incorporate tact and diplomacy. 
• Strong ability to cultivate collaborative and mentoring relationships, solve problems, think creatively, and resolve conflicts.
• Strong work ethic, and approachable leadership style, and a consistent focus on the college’s immediate and strategic goals.
• Experience and record that reflect excellent organizational skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail and follow-through. 
• Fluency with standard office software and email communication required.
• Knowledge of student and patient privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA)

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• PhD in Physiology or a closely related field, MD, DO, PharmD, or equivalent degree
• At least 2-years of relevant post-graduate experience

Preferred Qualifications 

• Teaching experience at the medical or professional school level and at the Assistant Professor ranking. Experience in innovative educational practices, such as with active learning pedagogy. Knowledge of undergraduate medical school curricular/accreditation standards. Experience with educational and/or basic science scholarship. 

 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary – Based on commensurate and experience.
• For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.   

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. 
• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.  
• Documents needed to apply:Cover Letter, CV, and a copy of transcripts.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview (as needed)   

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement. 

Disclaimer Statement:

• Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.