Assistant Professor of Microbiology, DCOM, OPFL

Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Assistant Professor of Microbiology, DCOM, OPFL Department DCOM BASIC SCIENCES Position Category Faculty Job DescriptionThe Assistant Professor of Microbiology for the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine shall have the primary responsibility of teaching microbiology. They shall also be held accountable for scholarly activity as they contribute to the attainment of the mission of the University, the School, and the Department.Required QualificationsPh.D. in microbiology, immunology, or an appropriate discipline; *have at least two years of relevant postdoctoral training and evidence of scholarly research. Academic rank will be commensurate with training and experience. Salary and research opportunities, including startup funds are negotiable.Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands CampusJob DutyJob DutyPromote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students and to the community at largeJob Dutypromote effective working relationships among faculty, staff and studentsJob Dutycontribute to the planning, development and evaluation of courses and academic programs within the DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM)Job Dutypromote by precept and example a general atmosphere within the DCOM of respect for knowledge, thought and inquiryJob Dutymaintain intellectual integrity and to strive for academic excellence in his/her teaching;Job Dutypromote adequate standards of linguistic expression in writing and speechJob Dutymaintain up-to-date records of the grades of each student enrolled in his/her coursesJob Dutyhave on file in the appropriate office an outline and list of the goals and objectives for each lectureJob Dutycarry out lecture, seminar, small group discussion and/or clinical assignments and responsibilities effectivelyJob Dutydesign and present a course, series of integrated lectures and/or small group discussionsJob Dutyprepare examination questions as well as grade a course or portion of courseJob Dutymeet classes according to published scheduleJob Dutyserve as an active member of the department, working closely with the department head to further the department and College mission and visionJob Dutycommit to working in a multicultural environment that fosters diversityJob Dutyserve as an example to learners and colleagues of appropriate professional behaviorJob Dutyparticipate in scholarly activityJob Dutyserve as mentor to medical and other studentsJob Dutyprovide service by attending scheduled faculty meetings and by serving on appointed and or elected committees as requiredJob Dutycomplete required institutional, program accreditation, and other reports necessary for the operation and advancement of University programs, both on campus and at extended campus sitesJob Dutyperform other duties as assignedPosting Detail InformationPosting Number F01652P Job Open Date 01/21/2026 Job Close Date 10/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the InstitutionLincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu