Position Title
Respiratory Therapy Program Director/Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health & Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences (Hybrid)
Location
UM-Flint
Position Type
Clinical Track Faculty
Position URL
apply.interfolio.com/159029
Position Description
Be at the forefront of change and become a part of the innovative and forward-thinking academic team in the University of Michigan-Flint’s Public Health & Health Sciences Department in the rapidly expanding College of Health Sciences! We are seeking applications for a 12-month clinical assistant professor that will serve as the Program Director of the Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy Program. This hybrid position is 70% instructional and 30% administrative and requires regular presence on campus. The desired start date for this position is Winter 2025.
The College of Health Sciences is located in the William S. White Building on the beautiful UM-Flint campus. To learn more about the University of Michigan-Flint campus, click here. Currently, faculty in the College of Health Sciences are required to report to campus minimally two days a week. This is subject to change based on program, department, college or university needs.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Program Director (30% effort)
Provide leadership, administration and management for the Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) Program which includes:
- Ensure program’s quality, compliance with accreditation standards
- Curriculum development
- Ensure professional growth of faculty and students
- Maintain academic excellence
- Promote student success
- Ensure the program aligns with the latest industry standards and healthcare trends
- Develop and implement student recruitment plan
Teaching
Includes teaching in the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy program.
Scholarship
Engages in scholarship according to the College of Health Sciences scholarship requirements for Clinical-track Faculty.
Service
All CHS faculty members are expected to provide service to the University, college, department, profession and the community. Consistent with the mission of CHS and the University, professional service contributions to the Flint and regional community are valued as well as national and international contributions.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related healthcare field
- Active credentials as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Current state licensure to practice Respiratory Therapy
- 3 years experience as a practicing respiratory therapist
- 3 years of teaching experience in a Respiratory Therapy Program
- Demonstrated ability to engage and instruct undergraduate students
- Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Previous administrative or leadership experience in an academic program in healthcare management or healthcare education
- Experience with Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accreditation processes
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, interested candidates must attach a resume, a cover letter, which includes examples of relevant work directly related to the job duties, Respiratory Therapy license, transcripts from the institution in which your highest degree was earned (unofficial will be sufficient) and a statement on your contributions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) that addresses one of the prompts listed:
1 ) How does your approach to facilitating class discussions and other active learning strategies take into account considerations of diversity and inclusion? Reflect upon specific pedagogical choices used to create opportunities for student engagement.
2) Consider any university committees, symposiums, workshops, or volunteer work you have or are currently engaged in whose goals relate to DEI. Then, discuss how you will incorporate your experience into your service roles in a way that supports the College of Health Sciences’ diversity-related initiatives and culture of equity and inclusion.
For additional information contact:
Patti Ruhala, HR Administrative Assistant-College of Health Sciences, 3180 William S. White Building, 303 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48502, (810) 766-6727, ruhala@umich.edu
Why Work for UM-Flint
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
â Generous time off
â A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
â Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
â Life insurance
â Long-term disability coverage
â Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.
UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-support-for-dependents/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/
University of Michigan-Flint-Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The University of Michigan-Flint’s DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/
The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.
Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.
Modes of Work:
Hybrid:
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements. Traveling to internship sites will be necessary as indicated to facilitate clinical site visits.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.