AP Assistant/Associate Professor

Employer: University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Location: Greensboro, NC

Faculty Jobs: Education, Child Development & Family Studies, Health & Medical, Exercise Science & Kinesiology
Position Type: Assistant Professor
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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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, j_wade@uncg.edu, 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:

Physical Effort:

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

Work Environment:

Inside - C, Outside - R

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UNCG at a Glance

Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.

With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.

UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.

The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.

As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.

Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.

UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences

The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.

Achievements & Accolades

UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.

Challenging Academic Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.

UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.

The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.

Supportive Environment

UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.

UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.

The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation’s universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.

Engaged Community

For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the “Tree Campus USA” designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation.

UNCG’s innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine’s Models of Efficiency.

For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly’s list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.

Careers at UNCG

UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.

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