Position Summary
Walsh University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to support the Human Anatomy Laboratories in the School of Behavioral & Health Sciences. Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community and close student teacher interactions. A commitment to the Judeo-Christian tradition, diversity, and service learning are critical to the Mission of Walsh University.
The Human Anatomy Laboratory Instructor will work closely with the Director of Human Anatomy to provide anatomy laboratory instruction for Doctor of Physical Therapy (PT) and Master of Occupational Therapy (OT) students within the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences. The Adjunct Instructor will also assist with preparation and maintenance of anatomical specimens, and maintenance of the laboratory facility.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in laboratory-based teaching (using prepared prosections) with an emphasis on active learning
- Assist with classroom management and maintaining a supportive learning environment in a fast-paced teaching lab
- Develop and deliver educational presentations to meet the needs of PT and OT students
- Contribute to student assessment including laboratory exams
- Support lab safety including appropriate use of personal protective equipment
- Maintain an environment that is respectful of anatomical donors, faculty, staff, and students
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and professional appearance of the laboratory facilities
- Ensure proper maintenance of human anatomical specimens
- Ensure lab security and safe use of laboratory equipment
- Assist in preparing teaching specimens
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)
Education
Minimum:
- A master's degree with graduate coursework in gross anatomy
Preferred:
- A relevant clinical degree (e.g. DPT, OTD, MD), or an MS or PhD in anatomy or closely related field
- Additional coursework in neuroanatomy/neuroscience, histology, embryology, kinesiology or biomechanics.
Work Experience
Minimum:
- Experience with human anatomical dissection
- Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
Preferred:
- Experience teaching dissection or prosection based labs
- Experience teaching neuroanatomy/neuroscience labs
- Experience with digital anatomy applications
- Experience with anatomy laboratory maintenance and care of anatomical donors
- Relevant clinical experience
Minimum:
Skills and Abilities
- Strong interest in independent learning and expanding skills in teaching, dissecting, and lab management
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A high level of dependability and commitment to safe laboratory operations
- Proficiency with computer use including common office applications
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Team oriented with a growth mindset
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to lift, turn, push/pull and transfer human anatomical specimens (with assistance)
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to bend and reach from a standing and/or seated positions
- Sufficient manual dexterity to utilize dissection instruments and computers
- Ability to hear, see, speak, read and understand
Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit a completed online application with attached cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for 3 professional references. Official transcripts may be requested prior to employment.
