Assistant Professor of Medical Physiology

Position Details:

The Burnett School of Medicine at TCU is seeking outstanding applicants for a Medical Science Educator (faculty) position to deliver active and applied learning sessions in Physiology and related content areas for our integrated Phase 1/Phase 2 basic and clinical sciences curriculum. This individual will also be expected to teach within their content area in the SOM Anatomical Sciences PhD graduate program.

Medical Science Educators serve as content experts and collaborate with basic science faculty, course and module directors and other curricular leaders in the development and delivery of Phase 1 and Phase 2 basic science content for medical students and graduate level content for PhD students. Medical Science Educators participate in planning for sessions, including content for the session and instructional modalities to be used, and prepare themselves through participation in review and run-through meetings prior to the sessions.

Medical Science Educators spend time commensurate with their FTE each week facilitating student learning of applied medical knowledge through active learning modalities. Medical Science Educators faculty foster a student-directed learning environment by using a structured framework for active learning that guides reflective inquiry and discussion.

Reporting to the Chair for Medical Education and with the direction of curricular leadership, this faculty position collaboratively develops and implements a transformative curriculum that incorporates innovative and integrated learning strategies to foster application, critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and lifelong learning. This position will also serve as faculty facilitator in curricular sessions and support module directors and other faculty that are leading the sessions.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative community in a state of the art allopathic medical school in Fort Worth, Texas. At the School of Medicine, medical students learn the basic and clinical sciences in an innovative, integrated, learner-centered curriculum that makes extensive use of case-based and other active learning methods. Medical Science Educator faculty will collaborate with course and module leaders to integrate learning across the four-year curriculum, with a focus on the pre-clerkship year and applied learning sessions in the phase 2 Longitudinal Integrated Curriculum.

Successful candidates will have significant experience teaching their respective discipline in an undergraduate medical school or other health professional school and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in medical education.

Duties and Essential Job Functions:

Education (70%)

• Lead and coordinate components of the integrated  undergraduate medical school curriculum and the SOM Anatomical Sciences PhD program in medical physiology and cellular biology, as aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Teach in the phase 1 Mechanism of Health and Disease (MHD) courses and in the phase 2 curriculum for discipline specific needs.
• Teach in the SOM Anatomical Sciences PhD graduate program as assigned by the chair.
• Exhibit teaching and facilitation skills that promote student-centered learning.
• Work with course directors and other school leaders to develop, review, and refine course materials, including pre-work, session plans, assignments, and summative and formative assessments within applicant’s area of expertise.
• Facilitate Step 1 board review content related to physiology and cell biology as needed.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning and integration and modify and adapt instructional content and methods in response to feedback and in collaboration with course and curricular leadership.
• Integrate national trends in medical and graduate education and their discipline into the school’s innovative educational practice.
• Complete training and other faculty development activities to acquire and improve skills in preparing and delivering active learning modalities used throughout the curriculum.
• Be available for student consultation including scheduled office hours. 

Research/Scholarship (10%-20%)

• Maintain an active research agenda, with a focus on medical education and innovation curricular approaches.

Service/Administration (10%-20%)

• Model appropriate professional practice such as being ethical, honest, punctual and open to continued opportunities to learn and develop as a professional educator.
• Complete and submit all administrative paperwork in a timely fashion. 
• Serve on faculty committees as appointed or elected.
• Participate in other activities as assigned by the Chair of Medical Education and other academic leaders.

Required Education and Experience:

• PhD, MD or DO degree is required.
• Expertise in human physiology or related field is required.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in pre-clinical or pre-clerkship medical education program development and assessment.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in an undergraduate medical education, health professional education setting and/or graduate education.
• Qualify for academic appointment (Assistant Professor or Associate Professor) in a School of Medicine academic department.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Additional content expertise in Cellular Biology is preferred.
• Experience in implementing innovative and active learning teaching methods (e.g., integrated curricula; problem-based learning; case-based learning;  team-based learning, e-learning) within the discipline.
• Experience with teaching and/or integration of curricula in other disciplines relevant to medical education.
• Evidence of educational scholarship.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic science principles and application to clinical medicine.
• Knowledge and skills in medical education program development, delivery, administration, and assessment.
• Ability to develop and deliver case-based and active learning methods in both small and large group settings.
• Demonstrated flexibility in curriculum development and delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

School/College Description:

The Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at Texas Christian University, Fort Worth’s M.D. school, opened with a class of 60 students in July 2019. The School of Medicine’s focus on communication, a first-of-its-kind curriculum and the development of Empathetic Scholars™ uniquely positions the organization to radically transform medical education, improving care for future generations.

University & Fort Worth Description:

About TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.

TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.

The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.

About Fort Worth

Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.

Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

• Updated CV
• Letter of Interest
• Summary of Educational Experience and Leadership
• Contact information for 3 individuals to provide LORs

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.