Posting Details

Security Sensitive Position?YesHours of Work8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-FPosition Details

Posting NumberTSU201898Official TSU TitleProgram Director- Respiratory TherapyGrant TitleN/AJob Description Summary / TWC Summary

The Program Director of Respiratory Therapy will report to the Department Chair of Pharmacy Practice and Clinical Health Sciences. The Program Director will be responsible for the administrative and academic functions of the department and teaching courses and advising students at the undergraduate level.

Essential Duties Summary

Assumes responsibility for the administrative and academic functions of the department. Teaching courses and advising students at the undergraduate level. Participation in internship and practicum programs. Engaging in scholarly research. Serving on departmental and college committees. Participating in professional activities including internal and external conferences and seminars. Other duties within the range of skills normally associated with a position of this classification in an evolving teaching and learning environment.

% FTE

100%

Hiring RangeCommensurate with experience.Education

Master’s degree in health related field.

Required Licensing/Certification

The Program Director must have earned at least a master’s degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). The qualified candidate must also have active research and evidence of scholarly/professional activities that permit collaboration with faculty from diverse disciplines, experience in teaching at the undergraduate level in both didactic and laboratory courses, experience in CoARC accreditation requirements and reporting, and experience in curriculum design and outcome assessment. The Program Director (PD) will be responsible for all aspects of the program, both administrative and educational. Administrative aspects include: fiscal planning, continuous review and analysis, planning and development, and the overall effectiveness of the program. Educational responsibilities include: teaching, curriculum development and review, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The candidate should possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and a strong commitment to teaching and scholarship.

Work Experience

Prior experience as a faculty member at a school/college is desirable, as is demonstrated strength in teaching. This campus-based faculty member will primarily teach in evidence-based practice courses as well as other areas of the Clinical Lab Sciences curriculum as assigned. Other duties of the successful candidate include service to the department, College and University as assigned and scholarly activity in an area of interest or expertise.

Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Work Complexity/Budget Authority

N/A

Independent Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving Skills

N/A

Personal/Organizational Contacts

N/A

Customer Service Relationships

Demonstrated ability to work with students from diverse cultural and ethnic groups.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment, which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements. Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

Desired start datePosition End Date (if temporary)UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close DateOpen Until Filled (overrides close field) YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsOpen to all applicants.Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Master’s degree in health related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Have you earned a Master's degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE)?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have active research and evidence of scholarly/professional activities that permit collaboration with faculty from diverse disciplines?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have experience in teaching at the undergraduate level in both didactic and laboratory courses?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have experience in CoARC accreditation requirements and reporting, and experience in curriculum design and outcome assessment?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have prior experience as a faculty member at a school/college?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3