Adjunct Assistant/Associate Professor - Health and Life Sciences

About

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (cdrewu.edu) is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in response to inadequate medical care in the region. The university was established to provide equitable medical education opportunities for under-represented students and currently offers the only historically black Doctor of Medicine program west of the Mississippi. CDU is deeply committed to advancing health equity and social justice through its mission-driven approach.

About the Role

The Department of Health and Life Sciences at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science invites applications for an Adjunct Assistant/Associate Professor faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. This position is part-time or full-time, depending on the needs of the department and the availability of funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Anatomy & Physiology, Histology, and Human Parasitology, with a preference for Histology & Histopathology and Human Parasitology.
• Design, revise, and assess courses in alignment with CDU curricula, learning outcomes, and accreditation standards.
• Employ inclusive, student-centered teaching strategies that support diverse learners.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Maintain an active and productive research agenda aligned with departmental and institutional priorities.
• Submit competitive external grant applications and contribute to funded research programs.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
• Integrate students into research and scholarly activities.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students on academic progress, research, and career development.
• Supervise student research projects, theses, dissertations, and capstone experiences as appropriate.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service and shared governance.
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach, and retention efforts.
• Aid in accreditation, assessment, reporting, and program development.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A doctorate in a related field from an accredited institution is required.
• Demonstrated coursework in the subject matter is required.
• Experience in the content area within the last five years is desired.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of related teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to student learning outcomes and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Knowledge of and interest in the university’s mission.
• A demonstrated sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and students with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain a collegial working relationship with faculty and students.
• Ability to maintain safety in the laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of teaching and clinical practice in a related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to service in underserved communities.
• A willingness to perform and a commitment to extra-curricular responsibilities on behalf of the department, school, and University.