Instructor or Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) of Anatomy and Physiology in Department of Agriculture, Biology and Health Sciences

Responsibilities

• Standard 24 load hour annual teaching assignment (12 hours per term) including undergraduate courses in human anatomy, human physiology, and other courses that support the B.S. in Biology and the A.S. in Allied Health Sciences degrees at Cameron University.
• Candidates should be able to teach in a variety of formats including online.
• Teaching assignments will include the Cameron University campus in Duncan, OK and the main campus in Lawton, OK.
• Additional duties will include: active participation in service, scholarship, and required university, school, and department functions; mentoring undergraduate students in research; advising students; participating in program assessment; online course development; participating in recruiting and retention efforts; participating in departmental governance; and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• This position requires an MS in biology or related field to qualify at the Instructor rank and a Ph.D. in biology or a terminal degree in a related area to qualify at the Assistant Professor rank, with experience in the areas of human anatomy and human physiology.
• Applicants who are doctoral degree candidates may be considered for this tenure track position, but if hired and the degree has not been earned by the start of the employment period the initial appointment will be made at the rank (and salary) of Instructor and will only be converted upon documented completion of the degree, in accord with the conditions specified in the offer letter.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in biology or a terminal degree in a closely related area with graduate hours in the areas of anatomy and/or physiology. Demonstrated successful higher education teaching experience is preferred. The ideal candidate will be broadly trained in biology and will contribute across the curriculum.

Benefits

Salary Range: Commensurate with education and work experience.

BENEFITS: Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees, ample time off opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs. To view all benefits available to employees, visit: https://www.cameron.edu/hr/faculty-benefits-summary.

Institution

Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many others. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, including crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at https://www.cameron.edu/ops.

Apply

Application materials must be submitted online (Cameron University Careers) and must include (1) a cover letter that addresses the applicant’s qualifications for the position, (2) a C.V. or resume that includes a list of three to five professional references with their current contact information, (3) copies of transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable at this time), (4) a statement of scholarship interests, and (5) a statement of teaching philosophy. Transcripts must be combined into a single PDF before uploading. Finalists must satisfactorily complete a background check and have all official transcripts sent directly to the university before the beginning of the contract period. The position will begin in August 2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Matt Van Sant, Chairperson of the Department of Agriculture, Biology & Health Sciences, at mvansant@cameron.edu.

Deadline

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.