University of North Carolina at Greensboro Hiring for AP Assistant/Associate Professor at Greensboro, NC Full Time

Position Number:

998413

Functional Title:

AP Assistant/Associate Professor

Position Type:

Non-Tenure Stream

Position Eclass:

FE – Faculty 10 month non-leave ear

University Information:

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

The School of Health and Human Sciences

The School of HHS aims to inspire and equip students, faculty, and staff to transform institutions to work in ways that make the world healthier and safer. We believe in social justice, equity, and a people-centered approach to community. Our school includes a rich and unique array of nationally ranked programs including Human Health Sciences, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Community and Therapeutic Recreation, Genetic Counseling, Gerontology, Human Development, and Family Studies, Kinesiology, Nutrition, Peace and Conflict Studies, Public Health Education, and Social Work. We celebrate our dynamic intellectual community by embracing interdisciplinary collaboration, the creativity of thought, and innovation of practice.

Position Summary:

The Human Health Sciences Program

The Human Health Sciences Program at UNC Greensboro invites applications for a full-time, 10-month, professional-track (non-tenure) faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank with an August 1, 2024 start date. The program recognizes the critical role of quality teaching and Professional Track faculty members are fully integrated in the department and receive full benefits. Beginning with a 2-year contract, faculty are eligible for subsequent renewal on a yearly basis and can be considered for promotion from Assistant Professor through the rank of Full Professor.

The BS in Human Health Sciences is explicitly interdisciplinary, drawing from a range of disciplines related to allied health fields with a focus on Interprofessional Education. This degree provides students with a flexible, non-clinical curriculum designed to provide students with a broad overview of health and health care, preparing them for both direct entrance into health-related careers or for graduate training in health professions. We are looking for candidates who will be passionate about working with interdisciplinary colleagues to prepare tomorrow’s health professionals with exemplary education. The new faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses on healthcare ethics, careers in healthcare, healthcare systems and policy, and healthcare quality and safety.

Responsibilities: a) We are seeking a collaborative and motivated colleague to teach at the undergraduate level, serve as a primary advisor for our undergraduate programs, and provide service to the department (e.g., serve on the Undergraduate Program Committee). b) The base teaching load in the School of Health and Human Sciences (HHS) is 4 courses per semester, with opportunities for reduced teaching load for additional service or administrative duties. c) The new faculty member will be responsible for teaching courses on healthcare ethics, careers in healthcare, healthcare systems and policy, and healthcare quality and safety. d) Some school and university-level service duties including membership on the Interprofessional Education committee is expected.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have:

• A master’s degree in health science or a related field by the time of application.
• Ability to teach our required core courses in the undergraduate program.
• Evidence of commitment to teach and advise a diverse student body.
• Clinical experience and/or experience working with interprofessional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional consideration will be given to candidates who also have one or more of the following:

• Applicants with doctoral degrees in health science or a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Credentials and clinical experience as a health care professional preferred. Examples of preferred credentials include PA-S, PA-C, DNP, MSN, FNP-C, CNE, DPT, DOT, DAT
• Established a track record of teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Ability to develop meaningful partnerships with community organizations to support experiential learning and/or internship placements.

Tenure Status:

Not on Track

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Procedure: To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit all application materials by November 6, 2023. Materials must be submitted through the UNCG SpartanTalent system at https://jobsearch.uncg.edu. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Applications should include: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, (c ) statement of teaching philosophy, and (d) list of 3 references (including name, position, relationship to applicant, mailing address, email, and phone number).
Questions regarding any facet of this notice or the application process should be sent to Dr. Jeannette M. Wade, [email protected], Search Committee Chair.

Recruitment Range:

Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications

Org #-Department:

HHS Grad – Undergrad Programs – 13407

Job Open Date:

09/27/2023

For Best Consideration Date:

10/23/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

10

Physical Effort:

Reading – F, Writing – F, Hearing – C, Talking – F, Standing – O, Sitting – O, Walking – O

Work Environment:

Inside – C, Outside – R