The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law
Faculty, QE9811 (Physiology)
The role teaches Human Medical Physiology as part of the Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. It is a 12-month, tenure track position focused on educating health science professionals, with travel between sites possibly required until the move is complete.
Key Responsibilities
- • teach Human Medical Physiology
- • teach systems Physiology to health science professionals (MD, PA, PT, OT students)
- • travel between sites may be required until the move is complete
Required
- • Ph.D. in Medical Physiology or closely related field OR Professional Degree at the doctoral level in the healthcare field
- • experience teaching systems Physiology to health science professionals (MD, PA, PT, OT students)
Preferred
- • Previous experience with problem-based/active learning pedagogy in a health sciences context is desired
Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Faculty, QE9811 (Physiology) Posting Number F01932P Department Biomedical & Translational Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine invites applications for an Academic Biomedical Science Educator to teach Human Medical Physiology. This is a 12-month position, tenure track. Degree requirement: Ph.D. in Medical Physiology or closely related field OR Professional Degree at the doctoral level in the healthcare field. Applicants must have experience teaching systems Physiology to health science professionals (MD, PA, PT, OT students). Previous experience with problem-based/active learning pedagogy in a health sciences context is desired. Salary will be commensurate with training and experience.
The USD Sanford School of Medicine has announced the move of the first 18 months of the M.D. program and the Division of Biomedical & Translational Sciences from Vermillion to Sioux Falls. Travel between sites may be required until the move is complete.
To apply, submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of teaching experience and interests, and contact information for three references. All materials must be posted to the University of South Dakota online employment website at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu.
Review of applications will begin on September 7, 2026, and continue until position is filled.
Posting Date 08/04/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 09/07/2026 Advertised Salary Salary will be commensurate with training and experience. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search NA Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Victor C. Huber, Interim Associate Dean
Biomedical and Translational Sciences
USD Sanford School of Medicine
victor.huber@usd.edu
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Multiple Priorities
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify
NA
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Driving, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time Describe any of the conditions selected
NA
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
NA
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
NA
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Faculty, QE9811 (Physiology) Posting Number F01932P Department Biomedical & Translational Sciences Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine invites applications for an Academic Biomedical Science Educator to teach Human Medical Physiology. This is a 12-month position, tenure track. Degree requirement: Ph.D. in Medical Physiology or closely related field OR Professional Degree at the doctoral level in the healthcare field. Applicants must have experience teaching systems Physiology to health science professionals (MD, PA, PT, OT students). Previous experience with problem-based/active learning pedagogy in a health sciences context is desired. Salary will be commensurate with training and experience.
The USD Sanford School of Medicine has announced the move of the first 18 months of the M.D. program and the Division of Biomedical & Translational Sciences from Vermillion to Sioux Falls. Travel between sites may be required until the move is complete.
To apply, submit a curriculum vitae, a summary of teaching experience and interests, and contact information for three references. All materials must be posted to the University of South Dakota online employment website at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu.
Review of applications will begin on September 7, 2026, and continue until position is filled.
Posting Date 08/04/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 09/07/2026 Advertised Salary Salary will be commensurate with training and experience. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search NA Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Victor C. Huber, Interim Associate Dean
Biomedical and Translational Sciences
USD Sanford School of Medicine
victor.huber@usd.edu
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Multiple Priorities
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify
NA
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Driving, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time Describe any of the conditions selected
NA
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
NA
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
NA
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Reference List
- Work or Writing Sample
- Other
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Portfolio
- Graduate Transcripts
- Doctoral Transcripts
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