Anatomy Learning Institute - Adjunct Pool (2026-27)

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.

Job Summary:

The Anatomy Learning Institute is seeking candidates for multiple adjunct teaching positions, as well as adjunct faculty to develop curricula in the anatomical sciences (Gross anatomy, embryology, neuroanatomy & histology)

• Salary:
• PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3-unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $5,013 - $6,684. The units will determine the actual salary.

Job Status:

Part time

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Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

Adjunct faculty members must have knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques appropriate to effective undergraduate or graduate teaching in 1 or more of the above-mentioned anatomical sciences. Adjuncts are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students and do the following:

Teach undergraduate and graduate level anatomy courses

Work with human body donors (cadavers) to teach prosection or dissection-based curricula

Prepare prosected human materials for teaching

Invest in students’ professional development

Participate in Point Loma Nazarene University activities as appropriate

Mentor students in research or professional experiences as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctorate preferred; master’s in anatomy accepted

Extensive experience working with human body donors to teach anatomy

Potential for outstanding teaching as demonstrated by prior classroom in person and online experience

Experience creating new curricula at the undergraduate or graduate level (for persons developing curriculum only)

Ability to work collaboratively with College of Health Science faculty in course instruction and/or design

Thorough commitment to the concept of Christian liberal arts education and a desire to work in a Christian university. Supportive of the religious and educational goals of the university and its sponsoring denomination.

Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant .

The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Please realize that there may not presently be an adjunct position available.

When an opening becomes available for which a candidate would be a good match, the department chair will be in contact with that candidate for further dialogue, interviews, etc.

Approved applicants will remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming school year only. To be reconsidered for the following school year, applicant will need to reapply. If hired, official transcripts will be required from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended before a contract is issued.

When beginning your application, be prepared to answer these Adjunct questions and upload the following documents:

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

2 Letters of References (for confidential references, have letters sent to the Director of the Anatomy Learning Institute or humanresources@pointloma.edu)

Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed

Statement of faith

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.