The Department of Radiology, Michigan State University, is seeking a Director for its Division of Human Anatomy. The Division is responsible for anatomy education for the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) and the College of Human Medicine (CHM). Faculty at the associate professor level or higher who have earned a doctorate or other terminal degree in a relevant field of study are encouraged to apply.

The Division Director provides visionary leadership for the Division's educational, scholarly, administrative, and operational activities. This position is responsible for fostering a supportive and accountable culture; overseeing academic programs; managing faculty recruitment, development, and evaluation; supporting scholarship and career advancement; ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements; and partnering with departmental and university leaders to advance the Division's strategic goals. The Division Director contributes to teaching, promotes excellence in prosection-based anatomy education, and works collaboratively to ensure effective operations and high-quality educational experiences for students, faculty, and staff. 

Position Responsibilities:  
Education & Academic Programs  

• Provide leadership for high-quality anatomy education programs that meet the needs of medical, physician assistant, undergraduate, and other learners across the University.  
• Partner with academic leaders across the colleges and university to coordinate anatomy instruction and expand educational opportunities.  
• Ensure educational programs comply with applicable accreditation standards and requirements.  
• Contribute to Division teaching activities, including Gross Anatomy, Embryology, Histology, and Neuroanatomy, as needed.  
• Partner with the Willed Body Program Director to ensure the ethical use, care, and management of donor material in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards.  

Strategic Leadership & Administration  

• In collaboration with the Department Chair, provide strategic leadership and planning for the Division.  
• Partner with departmental administrative staff to oversee the Division’s business and financial operations.  
• Assist the Department Chair with comprehensive self-study efforts and reviews of Division activities.  

Faculty Development, Mentorship & Personnel Management  

• Recruit, mentor, support, and evaluate Division faculty, student instructors, and learners.  
• Guide faculty career development, including annual performance reviews, career development planning, promotion readiness, and academic advancement.  
• Provide leadership in faculty recruitment in coordination with the Department Chair.  
• Foster an environment that supports scholarly activity, academic excellence, and professional achievement within the Division.  

Leadership & Culture  

• Foster a positive, professional, and inclusive Division culture that values communication, trust, teamwork, transparency, accountability, and professional growth.  
• Create an environment where faculty and staff feel valued, supported, respected, recognized, and empowered to succeed. 
• Serve as a role model and provide timely, constructive feedback while holding faculty accountable for meeting Division and Department expectations.  
• Communicate relevant information from the Department, Colleges, and University to faculty and staff in a timely manner.  

Required Application Materials:  

1. Cover letter  
2. CV  
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy  
4. Statement of Leadership Values
5. Names and contact information for at least three professional references  

Application review begins December 14th, 2026; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The ideal candidate will be able to start July 1 but start date may be flexible if needed.  

Apply at: https://careers.msu.edu/jobs/asc-professor-fixed-term-east-lansing-michigan-united-states