What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer, Human Anatomy & Physiology position at Appalachian State?
Posting Details
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Position Title
Lecturer, Human Anatomy & Physiology
Tenure Status
Tenure Track with Administrative Duties
Provide Rank
Lecturer
Position Number
084421
Department
Public Health and Exercise Science (HES) - 273200
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- Earned Master's degree in anatomy, physiology, biology, kinesiology, exercise science or a related discipline, or medical degree. Candidates whose degree is in a related discipline must demonstrate academic experience and credentials to teach anatomy and physiology at the undergraduate level.
- Evidence of or potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Evidence of potential for professional service to the University and / or to the public.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
License / Certification Required
N / A
Description of the Department or Unit
The newly created Department of Kinesiology (effective July 2025; formerly the Department of Public Health & Exercise Science) at Appalachian State University comprises nationally accredited and recognized programs including a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Kinesiology (formerly Exercise Science). The Kinesiology graduate program at App State has a long history of success and prestige in strength & conditioning and clinical exercise physiology. The department features state of the art laboratories and supports faculty with diverse research and practice backgrounds. This inaugural chair position is a significant milestone in the history of Exercise Science (Kinesiology) at App State as it marks the transition into an independent , stand-alone department.
Appalachian State University's Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) is transforming the health and quality of lives of individuals, families, and communities through inclusive practices, interprofessional collaboration, and innovation in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical outreach. The BCHS supports over 3,400 students in nine undergraduate and nine graduate degree programs, organized into six academic departments. The programs are located in Boone in the Holmes Convocation Center and the Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, the cornerstone of Boone's Wellness District. We also have a presence on our new campus in Hickory. The college supports the Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness and has a collaborative partnership with the Wake Forest School of Medicine's Physician Assistant Program and multiple health and human service agencies across the region. Learn more at https : / / healthsciences.appstate.edu
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching undergraduate core courses in the Department of Kinesiology (effective July 2025; formerly the Department of Public Health & Exercise Science), with a primary role teaching in person anatomy and physiology laboratory classes. Responsibilities include undergraduate anatomy and physiology laboratory preparation and working with human cadavers. Other undergraduate teaching may include introduction to kinesiology (formerly exercise science), anatomy and physiology lectures. Participating in service activities for the department, university, community and professional organizations.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Appointment Type
1.00
Number Of Months Per Year
9-Months
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Proposed Date of Hire
08 / 11 / 2025
Suggested Salary Range
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration :
N / A - ABD is not applicable for this position. See Minimum Qualifications.
ABD Description
ABD with reduction in rank and salary : ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate's salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
No ABD consideration : Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following to your application :
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date
01 / 13 / 2025
Closing Date
03 / 31 / 2025
Open Until Filled
Evaluation of Applications Begins
02 / 28 / 2025
Search Chair Name
Caroline Smith & Zach Farris
Search Chair Email
smithcj7@appstate.edu & farriszj@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https : / / appstate.peopleadmin.com / postings / 49343
Posting Number
FA00485P
