Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Anatomy

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

• Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Anatomy
• Requisition: 202600120F
• Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor
• FLSA status: Exempt
• Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
• Position Category:
• Position Type: Full-Time Tenure Track
• College: Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Department: Dept of Clinical Anatomy
• Open Date: 10/29/2026
• Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48527

Refer Applicants To

• Contact Name: Lisa Pabst
• Title: Administrative Associate III Clinical Anatomy
• Address: 925 City Central Ave. Ste. 415, Conroe, Texas 77304
• Contact Phone: 936-202-5234
• Contact Email: ldp028@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Clinical Anatomy at the Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine at Sam Houston State University is seeking a full-time faculty member experienced in teaching clinical anatomy to medical students or comparable level healthcare professional trainees (e.g. doctorate level physical therapy). Duties of the position will include but are not limited to didactic and lab-based teaching of gross anatomy through full-body cadaver dissection with a particular focus on clinical correlations. The position also involves teaching diagnostic medical imaging, histology, and embryology, with teaching being required in multiple courses. Research activity, service to the college, and student advising and mentoring are also required.

Educational Requirements for the Position

PhD, MD, DO or equivalent degree in medicine, anatomy, or related field from an accredited university with postdoctoral experience.

Experience Required for the Position

Candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in an academic institution teaching anatomy to medical students or comparable level healthcare professional trainees. Proficiency at writing board-style (particularly NBOME / NBME) exam questions will be expected.

Other Requirements for the Position

The candidate will be required to use curriculum delivery systems such as Blackboard and exam writing software such as Examsoft. Experience using different teaching methods such as case-based learning, ‘flipped classroom’, team-based learning, interactive large group presentation, and audience response systems is preferable.

Special Instructions Summary

This position is located at the Russell & Glenda Gordy College of Osteopathic Medicine in Conroe, Texas.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Reference Contact Information