Open Rank Professor - Physiology and Pharmacology

Job description

Des Moines University is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Assistant Professor of Physiology and Pharmacology to join our dynamic academic community. This role offers the opportunity to inspire future health professionals through innovative teaching, meaningful scholarship, and active engagement in service to the department, college, university, and broader profession. If you’re passionate about advancing education and discovery in the biomedical sciences, we invite you to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our team. Key Responsibilities: Teaching & Curriculum: - Deliver high-quality instruction across the curriculum, including lectures, laboratories, problem-based learning, and case-based sessions - Develop and maintain current, evidence-based course content - Participate in course leadership and curriculum development - Contribute to student assessment and continuous program improvement Research & Scholarship: - Establish and sustain an independent, nationally recognized research program - Publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals - Pursue and secure extramural funding from federal agencies, foundations, or other relevant sources Student Engagement: - Advise and men...