Assistant to Associate Clinical Professor, Medical Humanities

The Medical Humanities Program at Baylor University is pleased to invite applications for a clinical professor position at the assistant or associate level, beginning August 2026.  This position is expected to contribute primarily through outstanding teaching within the Medical Humanities Program at Baylor University, through the signature academic initiatives identified in Baylor In Deeds.  Opportunities to contribute through clinical or scholarly efforts may be available for well-qualified candidates.  We welcome applications from those within all areas of Medical Humanities, but we are particular interested in candidates with experience and expertise in end of life issues, hospice and palliative care, and the spiritual care of patients and practitioners in the clinical setting.

Baylor University’s Medical Humanities Program (https://medicalhumanities.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/) was established in 2004--one of the very first programs offering a baccalaureate degree in Medical Humanities.  Our mission is to provide a transformational education for students seeking careers in healthcare, the medical arts and affiliated professions under the guidance of faculty who are committed to compelling scholarship and dedicated to service. Our curriculum consists of courses taught by faculty from many disciplines, including English, religion, philosophy, history, sociology, and psychology.  Central to this degree are courses that focus on the role of Christian spirituality in healthcare, the importance of the relationship between patient and practitioner, and the changing nature of healthcare in the 21st century. The faculty in our program have strong ties to the Waco medical community which allows us to offer outstanding opportunities for clinical experience, mentoring and service.  

About Baylor University: Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as one of the top universities in the nation, achieving R1 institution status by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor also made it to the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education. It offers competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues to fulfill its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a terminal degree (such as Ph.D., M.D., D.O., D.D.S., J.D., D.Min. D.N.P, etc.) within an area of professional or academic specialization that intersects with healthcare.  Consistent with the stated mission of the University to be a world-class research institution dedicated to Christian principles and ideals, preferred qualifications for the position include one or more of the following:

• Clinical experience that may include direct patient care, medical education, healthcare administration, and/or involvement in healthcare policy.
• Pedagogical experience including the ability to teach introductory and upper-level courses and advise undergraduate research projects. Candidates who have demonstrated success in creative curricular design--including online course delivery--are particularly encouraged to apply. 
• Active professional engagement at local, state, and/or national levels including service to the field and the community in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Demonstrable collaborative skills and collegiality, given our program's connectivity with departments and disciplines across the university
• A history of scholarly contributions, including publications, funding awards, and professional presentations. 
• Familiarity and experience with the administrative dimensions of academic life. 
• Experience working with interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams and pedagogical approaches that integrate the arts and humanities with medicine and the health sciences.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit an initial application packet that contains:

1. A cover letter that specifically addresses how you, the applicant, meet qualifications and can fulfill responsibilities.
2. A full curriculum vitae
3. A copy of the transcript from highest-degree granting institution (An unofficial copy of your transcript is acceptable for the early stages of your application.)
4. A teaching statement that outlines your teaching interests, your philosophy as an educator and your pedagogical approaches and strategies. 
5. Names and complete contact information for three professional references.  Letters of recommendation are not required to complete your application. We will notify you if and when we contact your references to request a written recommendation.
6. Religious Affiliation Form (RAF):  All candidates must complete the self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form in Interfolio.  You will be asked to provide your denominational affiliation, and a description of activities and involvement with your current congregation.

All required materials must be submitted through Interfolio.   Applications must be received by September 15, 2025 at 5:00 pm (CST). 

Questions concerning this position may be directed to: Dr. Lauren Barron, search committee chair ([email protected])

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.