Assistant Professor- IL- Physiology

Midwestern University’s Department of Physiology, College of Graduate Studies, seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor.

About the role

The successful candidate will join a physiology faculty that team-teaches in discipline-specific and integrated basic-science courses for students pursuing master’s degrees in biomedical sciences and professional degrees in osteopathic medicine, dental medicine, pharmacy, optometry, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, and other health-care programs. Faculty members are eligible for joint appointments in additional colleges based on research or teaching collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and a strong commitment to educating future health-care professionals.
• Teach human renal and/or respiratory physiology (preference given to candidates with this experience).
• Establish an independent biomedical research program with the potential to attract extramural funding.
• Pursue internal and external collaborative research opportunities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in physiology or a related field.
• At least two years of post-doctoral training.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong background in general physiology.

Research support

• Dedicated laboratory space and start-up funds.
• Access to a newly developed core equipment facility with strengths in histology, confocal imaging, and molecular and analytical biology.
• AAALAC-accredited Animal Resource Facility.
• NIH R15 (REAP) eligibility status.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance, short/long-term disability, and pet insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care).
• Competitive time-off package: paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement and child-care subsidy reimbursement program.
• Identity theft protection and employee assistance program.
• On-site wellness facility with a fully equipped fitness center.

Applications review begins September 1, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Rafael Mejía-Alvarez, M.D., Ph.D., Professor of Physiology & Department Chair, at rmejia@midwestern.edu.