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Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Anatomy (XOCOM)
Department Office Of Academic Affairs
Job Summary
Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Anatomy at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This position offers an opportunity to join a growing biomedical sciences team and contribute to the development, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of anatomy instruction within an innovative, integrated medical curriculum. This position offers a unique opportunity for an educator with expertise in anatomy and strong potential for growth as a medical educator across organ-based systems courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for collaborative teaching, curriculum development, and student-centered learning, along with a strong commitment to teaching excellence, student success, inclusive excellence, and the preparation of future physicians. We welcome applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, including those with experience in undergraduate, graduate, health professions, or medical education settings, as well as those outside traditional medical school environments; prior medical school teaching experience is not required. The successful candidate will contribute to anatomy instruction while developing broad teaching responsibilities within an integrated biomedical sciences curriculum. Faculty will work closely with interdisciplinary colleagues to support active learning, curricular innovation, and the academic success of future physicians. XOCOM values candidates who are passionate about inclusive excellence, mentorship, and advancing health equity through medical education. Prior medical school course leadership experience is not required, and applicants with emerging teaching portfolios are encouraged to apply. As XOCOM advances through the LCME accreditation process and prepares to welcome its first students, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to help shape foundational biomedical sciences education at a mission-driven institution committed to inclusive excellence, innovation, and student success. Connect with us today to learn more about joining a mission-driven institution at an exciting stage of growth.
About XOCOM
Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine represents a groundbreaking partnership between Xavier University of Louisiana, a national leader in educating African American students who go on to complete medical school – a distinction the institution has held for many decades, and Ochsner Health, Louisiana’s largest academic health system operating more than 45 hospitals and sponsoring over 30 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs. As the fifth allopathic HBCU medical school nationally and the only one in the Gulf South, XOCOM partners with Ochsner Health, which treats more than 1.5 million patients annually.
Opportunity Highlights
Join the founding biomedical sciences faculty before students arrive; Contribute to the development, design, and implementation of the anatomy curriculum from the ground up, with the opportunity to shape foundational biomedical sciences education; Collaborate with biomedical sciences and clinical faculty to build an innovative, integrated curriculum that bridges basic science and clinical practice; Map anatomy learning objectives to the broader medical school curriculum; Teach broadly across anatomy, neuroanatomy, histology, and embryology to future physicians and physician-scientists; Utilize cutting-edge instructional technologies, including virtual anatomy tools, in addition to hands-on human cadaveric dissection experiences to enhance student learning; Develop and facilitate large- and small-group sessions using active learning methodologies such as Case-Based Learning and Team-Based Learning; Partner with clinical faculty to design clinically relevant anatomy content and cases that emphasize foundational concepts and real-world application; Contribute to high-quality assessment practices, including development of NBME-style questions and assessment tools with appropriate faculty support; Develop innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse student populations and learning styles, including remediation strategies for struggling learners; Participate in continuous quality improvement of courses and assessments; Mentor and support medical students, including learners from diverse backgrounds, in anatomy applications; Engage in scholarship, including educational or discipline-specific inquiry; Serve on committees and contribute to the academic mission of the medical school as appropriate; Join a mission-driven institution with a proven track record of supporting underrepresented students in medicine; Work alongside biomedical sciences and clinical faculty in a collaborative, multidisciplinary teaching environment; and Develop as an educator and, for qualified candidates, pursue leadership opportunities such as Course Director or curriculum roles.
Community Information
New Orleans, LA, is an iconic Southern city renowned for its vibrant music, diverse cuisine, stunning architecture, rich Cajun and Creole cultural influences, and the legendary Mardi Gras celebration. Residents of the Big Easy are infused with a resilient and welcoming spirit that celebrates eccentricity. US News ranks New Orleans as the Best US City to Live and Retire in America.
- Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes with A+ grades for Amenities, Commute, and Health & Safety;
- Ranked a Best City for Young Professionals in America by Niche;
- Renowned for its rich cultural heritage and known as the birthplace of jazz;
- Countless festivals and celebrations, including the world-renowned Mardi Gras;
- Enjoy a food lover’s paradise with gumbo, jambalaya, beignets, and po’boys;
- From jazz and blues to brass bands and funk, you can find incredible performances in various venues across the city, particularly in the famous French Quarter; and
- Surrounded by natural beauty, with the Mississippi River running through the city and the nearby swamps and bayous.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) with specific training/experience in Anatomy;
- Experience or demonstrated potential for effective teaching in large-group, small-group, laboratory, case-based, or other active learning settings;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including partnership with diverse stakeholders such as basic science and clinical faculty;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to contribute positively to a collegial and team-oriented environment;
- Interest or experience in medical education scholarship, anatomy education research, discipline-based education research, biomedical research, or related scholarly work;
- Commitment to inclusive excellence, student success, mentorship, and the mission of Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching anatomy, neuroanatomy, histology, embryology, or related biomedical science content to medical, graduate, health professions, or undergraduate learners;
- Experience contributing to organ-system teaching in areas such as cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, endocrine, reproductive, gastrointestinal, hematologic, and nervous systems;
- Experience using active learning strategies such as case-based learning, team-based learning, simulation, or flipped-classroom instruction;
- Experience developing learning objectives, instructional materials, clinical cases, assessments, or curriculum maps;
- Familiarity with medical education assessment practices, including clinical vignette-based or NBME-style item writing;
- Experience contributing to integrated foundational science or organ-system courses;
- Experience mentoring students or supporting learners from diverse backgrounds;
- Evidence of scholarly productivity or potential for scholarly contributions in biomedical science, medical education, anatomy education, or a related field;
- Prior medical school teaching, course leadership, or LCME-related curriculum experience;
- Dissection based research or teaching experience.
Work Hours
Full-Time
Posting Number F194P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 03/01/2027
Posting Date 10/30/2026
Application Review Date 10/30/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier’s online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials:
1. A cover letter emphasizing qualifications for this position;
2. A comprehensive CV;
3. A statement of teaching philosophy;
4. A research statement that outlines a scholarship agenda;
Questions about the position should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Kelly Quesnelle (KQuesnel@xocom.xula.edu).
Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana’s current enrollment is 3,419. Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier’s student body is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.
Posting Details
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Anatomy (XOCOM)
Department Office Of Academic Affairs
Job Summary
Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine invites applications for a faculty position in Anatomy at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This position offers an opportunity to join a growing biomedical sciences team and contribute to the development, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of anatomy instruction within an innovative, integrated medical curriculum. This position offers a unique opportunity for an educator with expertise in anatomy and strong potential for growth as a medical educator across organ-based systems courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for collaborative teaching, curriculum development, and student-centered learning, along with a strong commitment to teaching excellence, student success, inclusive excellence, and the preparation of future physicians. We welcome applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, including those with experience in undergraduate, graduate, health professions, or medical education settings, as well as those outside traditional medical school environments; prior medical school teaching experience is not required. The successful candidate will contribute to anatomy instruction while developing broad teaching responsibilities within an integrated biomedical sciences curriculum. Faculty will work closely with interdisciplinary colleagues to support active learning, curricular innovation, and the academic success of future physicians. XOCOM values candidates who are passionate about inclusive excellence, mentorship, and advancing health equity through medical education. Prior medical school course leadership experience is not required, and applicants with emerging teaching portfolios are encouraged to apply. As XOCOM advances through the LCME accreditation process and prepares to welcome its first students, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to help shape foundational biomedical sciences education at a mission-driven institution committed to inclusive excellence, innovation, and student success. Connect with us today to learn more about joining a mission-driven institution at an exciting stage of growth.
About XOCOM
Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine represents a groundbreaking partnership between Xavier University of Louisiana, a national leader in educating African American students who go on to complete medical school – a distinction the institution has held for many decades, and Ochsner Health, Louisiana’s largest academic health system operating more than 45 hospitals and sponsoring over 30 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs. As the fifth allopathic HBCU medical school nationally and the only one in the Gulf South, XOCOM partners with Ochsner Health, which treats more than 1.5 million patients annually.
Opportunity Highlights
Join the founding biomedical sciences faculty before students arrive; Contribute to the development, design, and implementation of the anatomy curriculum from the ground up, with the opportunity to shape foundational biomedical sciences education; Collaborate with biomedical sciences and clinical faculty to build an innovative, integrated curriculum that bridges basic science and clinical practice; Map anatomy learning objectives to the broader medical school curriculum; Teach broadly across anatomy, neuroanatomy, histology, and embryology to future physicians and physician-scientists; Utilize cutting-edge instructional technologies, including virtual anatomy tools, in addition to hands-on human cadaveric dissection experiences to enhance student learning; Develop and facilitate large- and small-group sessions using active learning methodologies such as Case-Based Learning and Team-Based Learning; Partner with clinical faculty to design clinically relevant anatomy content and cases that emphasize foundational concepts and real-world application; Contribute to high-quality assessment practices, including development of NBME-style questions and assessment tools with appropriate faculty support; Develop innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse student populations and learning styles, including remediation strategies for struggling learners; Participate in continuous quality improvement of courses and assessments; Mentor and support medical students, including learners from diverse backgrounds, in anatomy applications; Engage in scholarship, including educational or discipline-specific inquiry; Serve on committees and contribute to the academic mission of the medical school as appropriate; Join a mission-driven institution with a proven track record of supporting underrepresented students in medicine; Work alongside biomedical sciences and clinical faculty in a collaborative, multidisciplinary teaching environment; and Develop as an educator and, for qualified candidates, pursue leadership opportunities such as Course Director or curriculum roles.
Community Information
New Orleans, LA, is an iconic Southern city renowned for its vibrant music, diverse cuisine, stunning architecture, rich Cajun and Creole cultural influences, and the legendary Mardi Gras celebration. Residents of the Big Easy are infused with a resilient and welcoming spirit that celebrates eccentricity. US News ranks New Orleans as the Best US City to Live and Retire in America.
- Excellent Livability Score from Area Vibes with A+ grades for Amenities, Commute, and Health & Safety;
- Ranked a Best City for Young Professionals in America by Niche;
- Renowned for its rich cultural heritage and known as the birthplace of jazz;
- Countless festivals and celebrations, including the world-renowned Mardi Gras;
- Enjoy a food lover’s paradise with gumbo, jambalaya, beignets, and po’boys;
- From jazz and blues to brass bands and funk, you can find incredible performances in various venues across the city, particularly in the famous French Quarter; and
- Surrounded by natural beauty, with the Mississippi River running through the city and the nearby swamps and bayous.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctoral degree (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) with specific training/experience in Anatomy;
- Experience or demonstrated potential for effective teaching in large-group, small-group, laboratory, case-based, or other active learning settings;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including partnership with diverse stakeholders such as basic science and clinical faculty;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to contribute positively to a collegial and team-oriented environment;
- Interest or experience in medical education scholarship, anatomy education research, discipline-based education research, biomedical research, or related scholarly work;
- Commitment to inclusive excellence, student success, mentorship, and the mission of Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching anatomy, neuroanatomy, histology, embryology, or related biomedical science content to medical, graduate, health professions, or undergraduate learners;
- Experience contributing to organ-system teaching in areas such as cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, endocrine, reproductive, gastrointestinal, hematologic, and nervous systems;
- Experience using active learning strategies such as case-based learning, team-based learning, simulation, or flipped-classroom instruction;
- Experience developing learning objectives, instructional materials, clinical cases, assessments, or curriculum maps;
- Familiarity with medical education assessment practices, including clinical vignette-based or NBME-style item writing;
- Experience contributing to integrated foundational science or organ-system courses;
- Experience mentoring students or supporting learners from diverse backgrounds;
- Evidence of scholarly productivity or potential for scholarly contributions in biomedical science, medical education, anatomy education, or a related field;
- Prior medical school teaching, course leadership, or LCME-related curriculum experience;
- Dissection based research or teaching experience.
Work Hours
Full-Time
Posting Number F194P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 03/01/2027
Posting Date 10/30/2026
Application Review Date 10/30/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier’s online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials:
1. A cover letter emphasizing qualifications for this position;
2. A comprehensive CV;
3. A statement of teaching philosophy;
4. A research statement that outlines a scholarship agenda;
Questions about the position should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Kelly Quesnelle (KQuesnel@xocom.xula.edu).
Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana’s current enrollment is 3,419. Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier’s student body is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.
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Which education employers in Louisiana sponsor TN visas?
Louisiana's largest education employers with histories of international hiring include Louisiana State University, Tulane University, Loyola University New Orleans, Southern University System, and the Louisiana Department of Education. Charter management organizations operating in New Orleans, such as KIPP Louisiana, have also hired internationally credentialed educators. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and varies by role, department budget, and hiring cycle.
Which cities in Louisiana have the most education TN sponsorship jobs?
New Orleans and Baton Rouge account for the largest share of education TN visa sponsorship opportunities in Louisiana. New Orleans benefits from a dense concentration of universities and a large charter school sector rebuilt after Hurricane Katrina. Baton Rouge is home to LSU's flagship campus and several community colleges. Shreveport and Lafayette offer smaller but active markets, particularly for K-12 and community college roles.
What types of education roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship in Louisiana?
Under the TN visa category, qualifying education roles generally include college or university-level teachers and researchers holding a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree appropriate to the position. Secondary and post-secondary instructors in specialized academic subjects are the most common qualifying roles. Roles requiring only general classroom management or non-specialized instruction may face closer scrutiny, as the TN category requires positions that meet a defined professional standard.
How do I find education TN sponsorship jobs in Louisiana?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters education TN sponsorship jobs in Louisiana by visa type and industry, saving you from manually screening hundreds of postings. On Migrate Mate, you can browse roles at Louisiana universities, school districts, and education organizations that have indicated willingness to sponsor TN visas, making it significantly easier to focus your application effort on employers who are already open to your situation.
Are there any Louisiana-specific considerations for education TN sponsorship?
Louisiana operates a distinctive K-12 system with a high proportion of charter schools, particularly in New Orleans, which adds complexity because charter operators vary widely in their familiarity with TN sponsorship processes. State licensing requirements for teachers can also intersect with TN eligibility, since Louisiana requires a valid teaching certificate for most K-12 roles, and meeting that requirement as a foreign-trained educator involves additional steps through the Louisiana Department of Education's certification office.