Clinical Assistant Professor

Department of Health Sciences: Human Physiology Program
Boston University Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Boston University invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of clinical assistant professor in the Department of Health Sciences in Sargent College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences to support the Bachelor and Master of Science Degree Programs in Human Physiology. The position is a full-time, 9-month, clinical faculty (non-tenure track) appointment beginning for the Fall Semester of 2026.  We seek candidates capable of teaching in the areas of exercise physiology, pulmonary or cardiovascular pathophysiology, neuroanatomy, and physiology.

Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

Boston University, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the globe and one of the Boston area’s largest employers. Chartered in 1869, the University today enrolls more than 37,000 students, including over 17,000 undergraduates, and employs more than 4,000 faculty members across 17 schools and colleges offering more than 300 programs of study. Its current annual operating budget is approximately $3.0 billion. BU’s students come from all 50 states and more than 180 countries. Students pursue studies on the Charles River and Medical Campuses as well as more than 170 study abroad and internship programs in over 30 cities around the world.  BU places a strong emphasis on collaborative convergent research with major initiatives in emerging areas such as neuroscience, systems biology, photonics, engineering biology, data science, urban health, global health and development, and emerging infectious diseases. Today BU is home to community centers such as the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground, the Newbury Center for First-Generation Students, and the LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty and Staff. 

Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences is a vibrant, collaborative community of learners, scholars, professionals, and practitioners who value excellence through scientific discovery, experiential education, inclusion, accessibility, creativity, and innovation. Serving some 1,300 undergraduate and 600 graduate students, the College offers nationally top-ranked professional degree programs—including occupational therapy (#1 according to U.S. News & World Report), speech-language pathology (#5,), and physical therapy (#20) — alongside undergraduate and graduate degrees in health science, human physiology, behavior and health, and nutrition. Supported by a robust culture of convergent research, Sargent College houses over 25 on-campus research laboratories, where faculty and clinicians advance knowledge in health and rehabilitation through interdisciplinary collaboration and rigorous scholarship. Over 40% of the College’s annual budget derives from externally funded research grants, underscoring the strong research portfolio of its faculty. The College’s impact extends beyond academia into clinical practice and community health through integrated research centers, strategic partnerships, outreach initiatives, and the achievements of its graduates, all contributing to its reputation as a leader in advancing health and rehabilitation sciences. 

The Department of Health Sciences within Boston University Sargent College is committed to advancing health and well-being through rigorous academic programs, innovative research, and vibrant community engagement. Serving over 1,000 undergraduate students enrolled in Bachelor of Science programs in health science, human physiology, and nutrition, and more than 100 graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in nutrition and dietetics (MS/DI) and human physiology (BS/MS, MS, PhD), the department prepares its graduates for careers in healthcare, research, and public policy with an emphasis on clinical experiential learning. In partnership with the BU School of Public Health, the department oversees the accelerated (4+1) BS/MPH program as well as a minor in public health. Our two dozen full-time faculty members lead convergent research initiatives addressing neurological disorders—including stroke, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and mental illness—nutritional and metabolic sciences, community/global public health, and the scholarship of teaching. The department fosters innovation in curriculum and pedagogy, expands interdisciplinary partnerships, and cultivates a rigorous, inclusive environment dedicated to shaping the future of health science education and discovery. 

Responsibilities: We seek a dynamic and innovative faculty member devoted to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education that values innovative pedagogy and experiential learning and a strong record of and commitment to scholarship supporting the College’s teaching and research missions. The position is a full-time, 9-month, clinical faculty (non-tenure track) appointment beginning for the Fall Semester of 2026. 

The successful candidate will be expected to (i) deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in human physiology. Specific courses of instruction include exercise physiology, pulmonary or cardiovascular pathophysiology, neuroanatomy & physiology. Candidates will also be expected to develop new advanced courses related to their own area of expertise.  (ii) Candidates will be expected to participate in collaborative research in Human and Systems Physiology or Neuroscience. (iii) Candidates will also participate in and contribute to institutional service of the department, college, university and the candidate’s profession.

Qualifications:

• PhD/MD or other relevant terminal degree in human physiology, systems physiology, neuroscience or medicine
• Record of and commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring of students and development of new courses for undergraduate or graduate students
• An established avenue of scholarship that can be built upon to provide students with opportunities to be involved in research
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in collaborative research and scholarship

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following materials electronically via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/program/31390

• Cover letter describing your background and how your qualifications support your application to this specific position
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching background, qualifications, and approach
• Statement of research background, qualifications, and skills including describing areas of quantitative expertise.
• The names and contact information for 3-5 references

References will only be contacted for candidates that are invited for interviews. 

Application Review

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Pay Range: $88,000 to $105,000 (9-month appointment)

Within the pay range above, the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include direct related experience, expertise, education, skills, and location as well as internal equity.

Questions: We look forward to receiving your application. You are welcome to contact Dustin Allen PhD (drallen@bu.edu), Search Committee Chair, for further information.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. As part of this process, we ask current and past employers of the last seven years whether there has been a substantiated finding of sexual misconduct under their policies. To move forward, final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.

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