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Director - Center For Health Education & Wellness - 190000023K  Regular Full-time, Pay Grade 45   Description The Division of Student Life at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for the Director position for the Center for Health Education & Wellness (CHEW). This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position.   The University: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state’s flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. Enrolling 29,000 students, the campus is located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains and beautiful East Tennessee. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society. The university values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, and academic freedom and integrity.   The Division of Student Life: The Division of Student Life is comprised of nearly 500 staff members that serve our students through 22 departments and functions. Staff are actively engaged in the lives of our students, living and learning with them in our residence halls, student union, and other campus environments. The Division seeks candidates willing to engage, challenge, and support our students through intentional programs and services. In addition, we seek colleagues that are committed to teamwork and have a palpable passion for working with and serving all students.   The Department: CHEW empowers all Volunteers to thrive by cultivating personal and community wellbeing. The mission is fulfilled through the hosting of large-scale events, small group programs, outreach, and individual sessions aimed to promote well-being across eight dimensions of wellness: emotional, spiritual, intellectual, physical, environmental, financial, occupational, and social.   CHEW’s key initiatives strive to support the divisional value of success and well-being through evidence-based and theory-driven health promotion and prevention services.   The Position: Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Life, the primary duties of the Director of the Center for Health Education & Wellness are as follows: Provide executive direction for CHEW Provide oversight for the following areas: Interpersonal Wellness Comprehensive Sexual Health Education: consent, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking prevention Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention and Intervention Tobacco Cessation General Health & Wellness Areas including cold and flu prevention, nutrition, sleep promotion, and stress reduction Be Well Employee Wellness Ensure all initiatives support the related federal guidance, law and state law Supervise and evaluate staff members Develop, manage, and monitor all budgets and accounts pertaining to these areas including federal and state grants Evaluate departmental effectiveness and efficiency through assessment efforts Collaborate with relevant university coalitions and committees, and serve as a liaison with campus and/or community resources at local, state, and national levels Establish and maintain a coordinated, strategic partnership with key campus and community stakeholders Disseminate information on the work and progress of the program at local, regional, and national meetings and conferences Participate as an active staff member of the Division of Student Life and perform other duties as assigned   Salary: Commensurate with experience and other qualifications    

Job Title: Dean of the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences             Job ID: 21379             Location: Brooklyn College             Full/Part Time: Full-Time             Regular/Temporary: Regular                         POSITION DETAILS             Brooklyn College, a vibrant senior college of the City University of New York, invites applications for the position of Dean of the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences. Founded in 1930 on a beautiful 35-acre campus, Brooklyn College is one of 25 higher educational institutions of the City University of New York (CUNY), the largest urban university system in the nation. The College enrolls approximately 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 524 full-time faculty members. Students benefit from a broad set of curricular offerings across five schools: Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Natural and Behavioral Sciences; and Visual, Media and Performing Arts.   Brooklyn College provides a transformative education to students from all backgrounds. Educating immigrant and first-generation students and improving the communities the College serves are among the core values of the institution. Rigorous academic programs across the liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies prepare students to become creative problem-solvers and leaders in their chosen fields. Brooklyn College has been nationally-recognized for the outstanding quality of its academic programming and its ability to act as an engine of social mobility.   We seek a visionary leader for the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences with a history of innovative program development and collaborative academic leadership. The ideal candidate will be eager to engage with diversity and exhibit a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and heterogeneity. We seek an individual who can recruit and retain faculty who reflect the diversity of our student body.  Successful candidates will bring their unique creativity, sensitivity, insights and perspectives to a college community that seeks to promote innovation in scholarship and teaching in an urban setting.   The School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences at Brooklyn College includes ten academic departments: Anthropology and Archaeology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Information Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Health and Nutrition Sciences, Kinesiology, Math, Physics, and Psychology.  The School includes 170 full-time faculty and enrolls approximately 4,700 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs yearly across a wide range of majors and graduate programs   Working collaboratively with the School’s faculty, students, and staff, the Dean will further develop the academic and intellectual identity of the school to meet the needs of today’s students and faculty in our rapidly changing world. This year the College embarked on developing a new academic plan to guide program development. The Dean will work closely with the chairs, the Provost and other deans to further shape and implement the plan.   Reporting to the Provost, the Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the School. The Dean sets the standard for intellectual engagement and accomplishment; provides strategic vision and operational leadership based on best practices; ensures the accreditation of programs; vigorously promotes diversity, inclusion, and collaboration in all of the School’s practices; builds community across faculty, staff, and students; ensures students are served by academic programs of the highest quality and effectiveness through assessment and continuous improvement; oversees systems and processes that ensure academic integrity and rigor, including program assessment, program review, departmental planning, and accreditation activities; advances improvements in faculty life; promotes and supports faculty scholarship and grant/contract-seeking pre-and post-tenure; encourages the use of proven effective pedagogies for STEM disciplines and experimentation in pedagogy and programming; oversees processes for faculty hiring and retention; builds external partnerships to support student academic and career preparation and faculty development and research. The Dean conducts third-year review of all new faculty and makes recommendations on reappointments, tenure, and promotion.   As part of the Provost’s Academic Cabinet, the Dean manages the implementation of the college’s strategic plan on the school level in close collaboration with all members of the academic leadership team. She/he oversees the work of the chairs and the academic departments. The Dean works with the vice presidents, deans, associate provosts, senior administrators, and staff across the College to conduct day-to-day operations, improve student success, and further the work of the School.   The Dean formulates fundraising priorities for the School in collaboration with the Provost, faculty, and the Academic Cabinet. She/he works closely with faculty on research grant planning activities. She/he works in partnership with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and the larger development team to help create materials that advance the case for funding and engages in fundraising activities to achieve support. The Dean is a member of the college-wide Policy Council and the Provost’s Academic Cabinet.              

Position Summary   The School of Nursing at The University of Tulsa seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track position to teach in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs for the 2020-21 academic year beginning in August 2020. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience, teaching, and current professional status.  The Oxley College of Health Sciences seeks creative, collaborative and committed candidates who thrive in a highly adaptable, flexible environment with strong support from top leadership.  A tremendous opportunity to join a young, successful, growing college of health sciences in their new state-of-the art facilities as a tenure-track faculty member.  Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in research and teaching.  Read more about the Oxley College of Health Sciences (link to: https://healthsciences.utulsa.edu/about/ ) Responsibilities The ideal candidate will teach the equivalent of 6-9 credit hours each semester within the nursing programs including research topics, content in an area of expertise, and supervising undergraduate students during their clinical rotations.  Service responsibilities include work with department, college, and/or university committees as well as student advising and mentoring, taking an active role in recruiting, curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation, and making connections with related programs on campus. The ideal candidate should also conduct and publish research in the candidate’s chosen field that would lead to tenure.

Special Information This is a 9-month tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff Mountain campus. The anticipated start date is August 19, 2019. Job Posting Job Description The Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at Northern Arizona University is currently inviting applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2019 in the physical therapy entry-level program on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include developing and teaching courses related to musculoskeletal physical therapy or rehabilitation, with an emphasis in assessment, therapeutic interventions and patient management, but other areas of research and teaching will be considered. Opportunities also exist to participate in the PhD in Interdisciplinary Health program. The candidate will also be expected to develop and sustain an independent research line related to their area of expertise; collaborations across campus are possible and encouraged. Successful applicants will demonstrate evidence of the skills and commitment necessary to develop a successful, extramurally funded, research and/or scholarship program. Other expectations include participation in curriculum development, student advisement, and service to the Department, College, University, and/or Profession.

Position Summary Eastern New Mexico University seeks a collaborative, visionary, inclusive leader committed to student success and the preparation of future educators and leaders. The successful candidate will have a clear, compelling vision for the future of higher education and the ability to coordinate the development and delivery of quality academic programs. Candidate should be able to identify and understand the needs of key constituencies including future students, current students, public education, community, and alumni.   Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate and refine curriculum and assessment; recruit, develop, evaluate and retain CET faculty and staff; prepare and oversee   CET budget; represent the CET at events on campus, in the region and across the state; lead strategic planning; develop and market academic programs; establish and enhance collaborative partnerships to support the CET mission; serve as a contributing member of the Academic Affairs leadership team. Position reports to the VP for Academic Affairs.

Academic Surgical Pathologist Assistant/Associate Professor University of California, Davis The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine is seeking dynamic academic physician-educators, and -investigators to grow clinical, teaching and creative programs in surgical pathology at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Clinical (X) or the Health Sciences Clinical Professor Series. Clinical duties will chiefly involve surgical pathology. Teaching duties may include clinical, didactic, and small group teaching of housestaff and medical students, interdisciplinary conferences to housestaff and faculty, and curriculum development in sub-specialty areas. At least one year of experience teaching undergraduates, graduate students, medical students, or housestaff is required. Participation in the research mission of the institution is expected, either as a collaborator or as the intellectual leader of clinically-oriented research projects pertinent to the candidate's areas of expertise and sub-specialty training, depending on academic series chosen for appointment. The ability to maintain a high level of service, work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment, exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain excellent relationships with medical and technical staff, trainees, and others are required.

Program Director/Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Tenure Eligible) Division: Instruction Salary Group: Exempt Class Range: Faculty Annual Salary: Per Faculty Salary Schedule Start Date: Position Posted September 25, 2019. Position Close Date: Position Open Until Filled. Required Documents:   Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received. ***POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** MCC Employment application Copies of college transcripts Resume KSA Statement * General Position Description LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Responsible for providing direction and coordination for the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program; instructing courses in the OTA program at the level of required occupational therapy knowledge and skills (includes lecture and lab); curriculum development and assessment; providing leadership in meeting all accreditation requirements and bringing the Occupational Therapy program into compliance with ACOTE and maintaining accreditation of the program; program review and planning; creation and administration of program budget; student recruitment and retention, including academic advising for program majors and pre-majors; selecting appropriate textbooks for program courses; maintaining office hours; participating in college committees; facilitating community awareness of the program; participating in professional development and evaluation; working across departments to develop student potential; faculty recruitment, assignment, mentoring, and evaluation; exercising supervision over full-time faculty and part-time faculty. Candidate should be prepared to receive training and teach in non-traditional venues such as internet, hybrid, two-way interactive, etc. May include evening or weekend classes and/or off campus teaching. This is a full-time tenure track eligible faculty position that is responsible to and receives general direction from the Dean, Health Professions as designated in the organizational plan of the division. NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. Minimum Qualification Requirements Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assistant educational program and a Master's degree related in an educational field. Experience: Minimum five years clinical experience in Occupational Therapy and a minimum of two years of experience in a full time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities. Special Requirements: Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Texas as an OT or OTA. Selection Criteria *Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities through your education, personal experience, or previous employment: Knowledge of: (1) OTA program planning and review; (2) subject matter and instructional design and materials for OTA program courses; (3) curriculum design and revision, taking into consideration accreditation requirements; (4) relationship and role delineation between OTA's and other aspects of the Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice Act and Rules; (5) student advising. Ability to: (6) provide instruction for OTA courses, lecture and lab; (7) evaluate student knowledge and skills; (8) prepare schedules; (9) manage accreditation requirements; (10) develop and assess curriculum; (11) recruit, assign, mentor, and evaluate faculty; (12) manage resources appropriately, including material, financial, and human; (13) participate in faculty evaluation and professional development; (14) promote awareness of the OTA program in the community; (15) advise students and participate in recruitment and retention activities; (16) support and participate in activities of the college; (17) communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing; (18) utilize a personal computer and other technology for communicating, maintaining records, developing and presenting course materials, etc.; (19) perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Restricted: Sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 30 lbs.) some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Benefits Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, holidays, personal leave and vacation. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA). Application Process Interested applicants should submit applications only to: Human Resources Office, McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, Waco, Texas 76708, 254/299-8611 or Fax 254/299-6237 or Email: MCCJobs@mclennan.edu . MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf   When inquiring or applying for this job opening, please also reference AcademicCareers.com Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at McLennan Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com

Coordinator, Health & Human Serivces - Continuing Education Division: Instruction Salary Group: Exempt Class Range: PS-C Annual Salary: Minimum $46,621 Start Date: Position Posted on September 30, 2019 Position Close Date: Position Open Until Filled Required Documents:   Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received. ***POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** MCC Employment application Copies of college transcripts Resume KSA Statement * General Position Description LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Identify the needs in health care and human services within the McLennan Community College (MCC) service area. Plan, design, coordinate, implement, offer, and evaluate courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, and other activities in health care and human services. Facilitate and promote community awareness of the college's programs. This position receives general supervision from the Director, Continuing Education and exercise supervision over support and professional staff. NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. Minimum Qualification Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion, Nutrition Community Health or a closely related field of study from an accredited institution. Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Texas. Experience: Three or more years of professional experience working health/wellness programming; with a minimum of two years of nursing experience, and at least one year of providing long term care services in a facility. Selection Criteria * Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities through your education, personal experience or previous employment. Knowledge of: (1) Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of health and human services programs, policies, and operational needs. (2) Principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management. (3) Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. (4) Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Skills to: (5) Assign and supervise personnel. (6) Prepare and coordinate course schedules and reports (time, attendance, payroll, required state forms, etc.) (7) Interpret and apply State, Federal, and College policies, procedures, laws and regulations. (8) Secure instructional resources. Ability to: (9) Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. (10) Organize, direct, and implement comprehensive health and human services continuing education programs. (11) Effectively administer a variety of health and human services activities. (12) Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. (13) Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both within and outside McLennan Community College environs. Working Conditions Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Benefits Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation, holidays. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA). Application Process Interested and qualified applicants should submit application materials to the Human Resources Office, McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, Waco, Texas 76708, Telephone 254/299-8611, Fax 254/299-6237, or Email MCCjobs@mclennan.edu . Finalists may be required to participate in an In-Basket Exercise. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf   When inquiring or applying for this job opening, please also reference AcademicCareers.com Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at McLennan Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com

Assistant Professor, Certified Medical Assistant (Tenure-Eligible) Division: Instruction Salary Group: Exempt Class Range: Faculty Annual Salary: Per Faculty Salary Schedule Start Date: Position Posted September 25, 2019. Position Close Date: Position Open Until Filled. Required Documents:   Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received. ***POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED*** MCC Employment application Copies of college transcripts Resume KSA Statement * General Position Description LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION Instruct courses in the Certified Medical Assistant Program. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining office hours, participating in professional development, and working across departments to develop student communication, computation and critical thinking skills. Candidate should be prepared to receive training and teach in non-traditional venues, such as: online courses, online/traditional classroom combinations and dual credit. Teaching schedule may include evening classes. This position reports to the Program Director/Assistant Professor, Certified Medical Assistant. Note: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. Minimum Qualification Requirements Education: Minimum of an Associate's Degree in medical assisting education, nursing, or other health-related profession AND instruction in educational theory and techniques AND certification in Medical Assisting. Experience: Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience in healthcare including a minimum of 40 hours of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting performing or observing administrative and clinical procedures performed by medical assistants. Special Requirements: Must hold and maintain certification credentials in Medical Assisting (CMA through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Preferred Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing or other allied health profession, or related educational field. Commitment to the community college philosophy of education and the mission and goals of MCC. Knowledge of and experience in meeting the needs of a diverse community of learners. Selection Criteria *Attach a brief statement addressing how you acquired each of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities through your education, personal experience, or previous employment: Knowledge of: (1) instructional materials and equipment needed for all program courses; (2) preparing class schedules; (3) instructional support materials needed in the library and for distance learning courses; (4) budget management, unit planning activities and program review; (5) preparation of reports for program, faculty and higher-level college administrative staff; (6) curriculum revision and proposals; (7) accreditation requirements to maintain standards and requirements of external accreditation agencies. Ability to: (8) represent interests, needs, and perceptions of the program; (9) develop curriculum; (10) assist in the implementation of faculty evaluation and development; (11) perform tasks described in the student advisement policy; (12) maintain custody of College property, and notify division chair in case of loss, damage, or malfunction; (13) inform division chair of developments in program disciplines; (14) promote and facilitate community awareness of programs and activities; (15) maintain relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including local schools, businesses, and other agencies; (16) support and participate in activities of the College; (17) communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; (18) Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Physical effort--Restricted: Sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 30 lbs), some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Work environment-Minimal hazard/exposure: Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Benefits Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, vacation, holidays, personal leave. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA). Application Process Interested applicants should submit applications only to: Human Resources Office, McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, Waco, Texas 76708, 254/299-8611 or Fax 254/299-6237 or Email: MCCJobs@mclennan.edu . MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. MCC provides equal opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf   When inquiring or applying for this job opening, please also reference AcademicCareers.com Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at McLennan Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com

The Rollins School of Public Health of Emory University announces a search for a dynamic leader to serve as Chair of the Department of Environmental Health (EH; sph.emory.edu/departments/eh).  

Position Information   Position Type Administrative Appointment Classification Title Director Position's Functional Title Director of Community Outreach, Program Development, and Academic Support Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Under the direction of the Dean, the Director is responsible for providing strategic oversight and leadership in curriculum and program development, interdisciplinary initiatives, recruitment, strategic partnerships and the research and community engagement agendas of the College of Health and Human Services. Minimum Qualifications • Doctoral degree in Health and Human Services discipline • Experience as tenured faculty at an accredited institution of higher education • 3 years of experience in higher education leadership • Demonstrated record of scholarship in the form of peer-reviewed publications and presentations • Experience administering an accredited program in health and human services discipline • Experience mentoring student and faculty scholarship activities Preferred Qualifications • Experience with program development • Experience with Interprofessional Education and Practice • Experience facilitating experiential learning opportunities for students, including service learning Posting Date 11/11/2019 Closing Date 12/01/2019 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Number AP0227P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting http://employment.govst.edu/postings/4773 Employee ID   Department   Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide a list of three professional references with current contact information.  

Faculty Position in Cancer Population Sciences The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice (TDI) ( https://tdi.dartmouth.edu ) in collaboration with the Norris Cotton Cancer Center (NCCC) and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth seek applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of cancer population sciences to join our collegial and collaborative scientific community studying cancer control across the spectrum from cancer prevention to screening, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship with attention to challenges associated with NCCC's rural catchment area. Exceptional candidates at senior ranks may be considered. The ideal candidate will use contemporary approaches to address fundamental questions related to understanding cancer care delivery and health policy and may include specialized expertise in rural care delivery, survivorship, and implementation science. The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and establish a robust research program focused on cancer population sciences that will attract extramural funding, provide research training for graduate and undergraduate students, and teach at different levels. A generous start-up package as well as access to state-of-the-art research facilities will be provided. Faculty members in TDI are members of the PhD graduate program in Health Policy and Clinical Practice ( https://tdi.dartmouth.edu/education/degree-programs/phd/health-policy-phd  ) as well as the Masters' in Public Health and Masters' in Health Care Delivery Science. Depending on areas of expertise, successful candidates may also join Dartmouth's graduate program in Quantitative Biomedical Sciences ( https://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/qbs/ ). Dartmouth is highly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive population of students, faculty, and staff. We are especially interested in applicants who are able to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds, including but not limited to: racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify with LGBTQ+ communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from lower income backgrounds, and/or first generation college graduates. Applicants should state in their cover letter how their teaching, research, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth's commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Dean of the School of Nursing Nevada State College ( www.nsc.edu ) invites applications, nominations, and inquiries for the position of Dean of the School of Nursing to begin June 2020. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual who aspires to lead the school by fostering a positive and productive work environment that assists students to develop and express caring as a fundamental human characteristic essential for professional nursing. The dean leads the school in its mission to serve southern Nevada, the state of Nevada, and the broader community in meeting health care needs. Minimum Qualifications An earned terminal degree in nursing (e.g., Ph.D., DNP, DNS) or a related field (e.g., EdD) Experience and accomplishments consistent with NSC's requirements for the academic rank of Professor or Associate Professor with tenure A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship, which also includes prior administrative experience Experience with program and curriculum development and evaluation Eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in Nevada Demonstrated commitment to a diverse, non-traditional, first-generation student population Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice  

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM), in Las Cruces, New Mexico invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean and Chief Academic Officer. The Dean will be responsible for academic management of the BCOM and its full range of programs and initiatives. This search is the result of the planned and upcoming retirement of BCOM’s current Dean & Chief Academic Officer following the graduation of BCOM’s inaugural class in May of 2020. Reporting to the President, the chosen academic executive will be expected to embrace and support BCOM’s mission, foster academic excellence, create an environment of open communication and engaged governance with the faculty. As a developing medical college, the Dean will be responsible for its progress and growth as it pursues regional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and the eventual expansion into a health science university offering new health related degree-granting programs. The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine seeks a leader with integrity and a proven record of successful leadership, orchestrating well-planned growth in academic programs, accomplishments in garnering financial support, strong fiscal management skills, and collaborative leadership style. BCOM seeks a leader with a commitment to teaching excellence, research, student success, and professional preparation.  

Position Information   Position Type Faculty, Tenure Track Classification Title Assistant/Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy Position's Functional Title Assistant/Associate Professor, Occupational Therapy Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University (GSU) invites applications from qualified candidates to fill a tenure-track, ten month appointment faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy Department beginning August 16, 2019. We are seeking a faculty member to teach and advise graduate students in the ACOTE accredited entry level Master Occupational Therapy Program, conduct research, and contribute to service and community engagement goals of the department and university. Faculty responsibilities include student advisement/mentoring, participation in department meetings, committee assignments at the department, college, and university levels. As a member of the faculty, the individual will work collaboratively with the program director, faculty, and staff to conduct program assessment, ensure student learning outcomes, and participate in efforts to meet accreditation standards. Governors State University is the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 7,750 students annually. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high praise from national accrediting agencies. Students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of convenient class times, increasing hybrid and online offerings, and outstanding educational value. The exceptionally beautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road and rail to Chicago and surrounding communities that have a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has a number of high performing schools and engaged communities as well as urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU seeks to serve as a public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all populations. Interested individuals are invited to complete an application, attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and include a list of a minimum of references with their contact information. Minimum Qualifications • Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field • At least 2 years of occupational therapy experience • Current Illinois Occupational Therapy License or license eligible • NBCOT certification • Teaching/academic experience • Evidence of scholarly activity Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: neuro rehabilitation, community health, orthopedics, pediatrics, geriatrics, and mental health. The successful candidate will have a record of teaching effectiveness, experience developing and teaching online (web-based) courses. an active research agenda or evidence of a line of research, the ability to facilitate faculty mentored student research and knowledge of ACOTE program standards. Posting Date 10/23/2019 Closing Date   Open Until Filled Yes Posting Number FA0167P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting http://employment.govst.edu/postings/3084 Employee ID 0167130 Department Placeholder Special Instructions to Applicants    

2020-2021 Open Rank Cluster Hire Diversity in Cognitive Functioning in Late Life: Intervention and Rehabilitation in Pathological Cognitive Aging College/School/Unit: Moody College of Communication Department: Communication Sciences & Disorders Posted: Oct 4, 2019 Apply By: Open until filled Description The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a faculty member to contribute to a University-wide cluster hiring initiative in Diversity in Cognitive Functioning in Late Life. We are seeking a productive scholar whose research focuses on intervention and rehabilitation in pathological cognitive aging. Particular emphasis will be placed on work involving diverse populations (e.g., variability by race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, language/dialect, gender, or sexual identity). Relevant research areas include the nature of normal and disordered cognition and communication in older adults as well as interventions for those at risk for or suffering from dementia or other age-related disorders. This is a tenure-track position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level. Duties will include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, research, and service. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is CAA accredited and offers BS, MA, AuD and PhD degrees.

Position Information   Position Type Faculty, Tenure Track Classification Title Associate Professor Position's Functional Title Associate Professor Addictions Studies & Behavioral Health Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Assistant or Associate Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Addictions Studies and Behavioral Health. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, experience with teaching online, a record of research and other scholarship activities in addictions, experience mentoring non-traditional or diverse student populations, and involvement in professional and community activities. Minimum Qualifications PhD (ABD will be considered) in a health or human service field with a focus on addictions plus teaching experience Preferred Qualifications Post-baccalaureate teaching experience and research experience in addictions studies and behavioral health. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in counselor education. Posting Date 11/01/2019 Closing Date   Open Until Filled   Posting Number FA0256P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting http://employment.govst.edu/postings/4500 Employee ID   Department Placeholder Special Instructions to Applicants    

Assistant Teaching Professor of Sport Management David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics Syracuse University Syracuse University invites applications for one non-tenure-eligible faculty position of Assistant Teaching Professor of Sport Management in the area of sport technology, stadium operations and event management. APPOINTMENT – August 2020 The Department of Sport Management is a collaborative, interdisciplinary educational and research unit within the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. The Falk College brings together premier faculty and researchers, along with industry practitioners, in wide variety of sectors within the sports industry. Teaching expertise should focus on sports technology and game-day management. A strong professional background related to sport technology, stadium operations, event planning and management and/or sport production and technology is beneficial. The department is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of students, colleagues and community members. RESPONSIBILITIES Primary duties include, but are not limited to, undergraduate and graduate instruction in the Department of Sport Management. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will help implement a graduate and undergraduate level curriculum; advise students that includes course selection and strategic career planning; become an active participant in scholarly activities and community service; and provide leadership and effectively handle other responsibilities associated with being a faculty member. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with other academic units and departments across the College, campus, and the local, regional, national and international sport industry.

JOB PURPOSE:    Full-time, Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Division of Kinesiology and Health, College of Health Sciences, University of Wyoming, beginning August 2020.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   SCHOLARSHIP – Develop a research program that complements existing strengths in the division and has the potential for interdisciplinary collaborations. This program should lead to: refereed publications, national and international presentations, attainment of internal and external funding; and the inclusion of graduate/undergraduate research projects.    TEACHING – Provide quality instruction in areas of physical education teacher education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels using both on campus and distance modalities.   SERVICE – Participate in PETE program development at the undergraduate and graduate levels; advise/mentor students; provide service to the division, college, university, state, and profession.    SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:   Assist faculty team with pre-service teacher supervision; assessment of student learning; teaching-practice professional growth/development; establish teacher preparation, scholarship, and service networks/relationships throughout WY and nationally as part of establishing national reputation.  

The Robotics and Rehabilitation (ROAR) Lab at The Fu Foundation School of Engineering & Applied Science of Columbia University in the City of New York is inviting applications for the position of Associate Research Scientist. Reporting to the Lab Director, and working with other lab research associates and Ph.D. students, the Associate Research Scientist will be directly responsible for rehabilitation and patient training using robotic technology.