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Job outlook for anatomy and physiology instructors in the United States
Anatomy and physiology instructor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected anatomy and physiology instructor job growth rate is 12% from 2018-2028.
About 159,400 new jobs for anatomy and physiology instructors are projected over the next decade.
Anatomy and physiology instructor salaries have increased 12% for anatomy and physiology instructors in the last 5 years.
There are over 5,791 anatomy and physiology instructors currently employed in the United States.
There are 36,664 active anatomy and physiology instructor job openings in the US.
The average anatomy and physiology instructor salary is $55,363.
Are anatomy and physiology instructor jobs in demand?
Anatomy and physiology instructor job and salary trends over time
Anatomy and physiology instructor jobs over time
Anatomy and physiology instructor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5,791 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 6,253 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 6,446 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 6,286 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 6,060 | 0.00% |
Average anatomy and physiology instructor salary over time
Anatomy and physiology instructor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $55,363 | $26.62 | +2.8% |
| 2025 | $53,876 | $25.90 | +0.9% |
| 2024 | $53,391 | $25.67 | +5.5% |
| 2023 | $50,603 | $24.33 | +2.1% |
| 2022 | $49,575 | $23.83 | +1.8% |
Anatomy and physiology instructor jobs by state
Most common states for anatomy and physiology instructors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 187 | 27% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 148 | 20% |
| 3 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 909 | 16% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,253 | 15% |
| 5 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 157 | 15% |
| 6 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 530 | 13% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 73 | 12% |
| 8 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 523 | 10% |
| 9 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 427 | 10% |
| 10 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,784 | 9% |
| 11 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 855 | 9% |
| 12 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 558 | 9% |
| 13 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 271 | 9% |
| 14 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 850 | 8% |
| 15 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 574 | 8% |
| 16 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 512 | 8% |
| 17 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 258 | 8% |
| 18 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 152 | 8% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 84 | 8% |
| 20 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 45 | 8% |
Most common cities for anatomy and physiology instructors
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dublin | 2 | 4% | $43,817 |
| 2 | Lima | 1 | 3% | $43,581 |
| 3 | Alhambra | 1 | 1% | $75,931 |
| 4 | Dayton | 1 | 1% | $43,153 |
| 5 | Fort Collins | 1 | 1% | $54,313 |
| 6 | West Palm Beach | 1 | 1% | $55,015 |
| 7 | Riverside | 1 | 0% | $75,827 |
Anatomy And Physiology Instructor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of anatomy and physiology instructor experts
Springfield College
University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Georgia
College of Charleston
What general advice would you give to an Anatomy And Physiology Instructor?
Dr. Stuart Inglis: During fall and spring terms when the majority of classes take place, these instructors will be occupied with lesson preparation, teaching lectures, and supervising laboratory sessions. There is also likely to be office hours and review sessions that would need to be overseen. The summer term might also offer the ability to teach additional courses. The instructor may also use the more open time to pay attention to other aspects of their position. They may be involved in certain administrative functions, such as sitting on university committees or directing the laboratory facilities they teach in. They may also use the time to perform research studies that they do not necessarily have time for during the regular school year.
What Anatomy And Physiology Instructor skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Stuart Inglis: Anatomy and Physiology is a unique field of study. While many feel apprehensive towards it, in particular when it involves dissection or physiology studies on animals, those who pursue it tend to be very passionate about the subject matter. As is the case for anyone who answers the call to teach, the satisfaction in educating the future generation is fulfilling. This is particularly so when working with kindred spirits who feel the same passion for the subject material. The dislikes would be the same as seen in teaching in any discipline; Interactions with apathetic and unappreciative students and pressures from administration to maintain a certain class average And received positive course evaluations.
What will help Anatomy And Physiology Instructors increase their earning potential?
Dr. Stuart Inglis: The field of anatomy and physiology is always in demand, as it is a critical component in the education of anyone pursuing a career in the medical field. Essentially every institution of higher learning has some sort of anatomy and physiology course that needs to be taught. There has also been a general trend over the past several years of insufficient numbers of qualified candidates to replace the large number of faculty that have been retiring. Students graduating with a masters or doctoral degree in the anatomical or physiological sciences have a very good chance of being hired into vacant faculty positions. For doctoral graduates that have a successful research program, having an additional background in teaching in anatomy and physiology makes them more marketable and desirable for faculty positions focused on research but still requiring a certain amount of teaching.
Stephen Maris Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Graduate CoordinatorSpringfield College
Department of Exercise Science and Athletic Training
What skills stand out on Anatomy And Physiology Instructor resumes?
Stephen Maris Ph.D.: In this new age of online learning and hybrid courses, instructors need to have a strong grasp on diverse methods of education delivery, whether it is experienced in online teaching, video design, video conferences, and other technologies. Also, in terms of instructors, it is also important to have a background in the content related to either publication in the field or scientific presentations at regional, national, and international conferences. Other skills include adaptability to different class environments, strong leadership skills, and enthusiasm for the material related to anatomy and physiology.
What soft skills should all Anatomy And Physiology Instructors possess?
Stephen Maris Ph.D.: The soft skills required for many instructors focus on the balance between leadership and personal skills. More specifically, the ability to have strong time management, confidence, self-management skills, and enthusiasm are very important in terms of success. In many cases, enthusiasm is what can lead to improved class engagement and can foster the same enthusiasm for the subject in the students or takers of a course.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Anatomy And Physiology Instructors?
Stephen Maris Ph.D.: The skills that are most important related to technical items are related to technology for the classroom, as well as technologies in use in the current state of anatomy and physiology literature. At this moment, that includes experience using Real-Time PCR, ELISAs, biomechanical analyses, measurements of cardiovascular function, and more. In terms of teaching the course, the instructors also need to have a strong background in the use of technology and pedagogical techniques that would be most appropriate for the class situation.
What skills will help Anatomy And Physiology Instructors earn the most?
Stephen Maris Ph.D.: In terms of salary, the skills that will help earn the most are skills related to productivity. Specifically related to my current position, balancing both research and teaching and exceeding in both is the primary avenue for further increases in promotion and salary. Other positions would look for teaching experience and research experience, as well as the skills underlying both, such as time management, writing ability, presentation skills, and others.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Anatomy And Physiology Instructor job market given the pandemic?
Richard Allsopp Ph.D.: Hard to say, but I don't see a negative impact
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Anatomy And Physiology Instructors?
Richard Allsopp Ph.D.: Perhaps in dealing with viral infections, due to Covid, which is certainly
What will help Anatomy And Physiology Instructors increase their earning potential?
Richard Allsopp Ph.D.: Hard to say
Steven Holladay Ph.D.
Professor and HeadUniversity of Georgia
Biosciences and Diagnostic Imaging
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Anatomy And Physiology Instructor job market given the pandemic?
Steven Holladay Ph.D.: The pandemic has changed how we teach anatomy (online-only at first; smaller groups of students now (half-class at a time in the dissection lab), masks in lectures, masks + shields in the dissection lab) but hasn’t otherwise greatly changed our instruction. We lost an anatomist early in the pandemic (non-virus causes) and are presently advertising to replace that person, therefore still in hiring mode.
What skills stand out on Anatomy And Physiology Instructor resumes?
Steven Holladay Ph.D.: Our instruction is veterinary anatomy; we prefer a DVM degree but PhDs with experience and no DVM are also fairly common. Our hiring then varies considerably depending on what we’re targeting. If we want a heavy instructional effort, we may hire a lecturer and have no research expectations. Or we may advertise a tenure-track/tenured position at assistant/associate/full professor level with expectations that range from collaborative research to creating and maintaining an extramurally-funded program.
What experience really stands out on Anatomy And Physiology Instructor resumes?
Dr. Phyllis G. Jestice: The experience that most stands out on resumés, to my mind, is definitely internships or anything where the applicant has had to show initiative and exercise independent thought.