Open Rank Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor

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Posting Number F0972P Working Title Open Rank Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Professor Department Public Health-Hlth Policy&Mgmt About the University of Georgia
The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia is located in Athens, Georgia, a college town with a rich quality of life and a low cost of living (http://www.visitathensga.com/media/athens-in-the-news/rankings/). Founded in 2005, the College of Public Health is located on the University of Georgia’s Health Sciences Campus. The College consists of four departments and three specialized institutes (Institute for Disaster Management, Institute of Gerontology and Global Health Institute). The Department of Health Policy and Management is located in newly renovated facilities that house faculty, staff and students.

The department offers an undergraduate minor in health policy and management, an MHA degree, and a DrPH degree. In addition, the department supports a health policy and management concentration area within the College of Public Health MPH program. College/Unit/Department website www.publichealth.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Minorities & Females Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2022 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 08/24/2021 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should send (1) a statement of interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names of three references. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Mr. Michael Martin at m2029pm@uga.edu and include “MHA Program Manager” in the subject line. To receive full consideration, applications must be submitted and received by the closing date of midnight, October 2. Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The anticipated start date of the position is January 1, 2022. Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Position Details

Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree appropriate for the position. Exceptions to the terminal degree requirement for clinical appointments may be made for individuals whose experience and accomplishments compensate for, or make irrelevant, the lack of a terminal degree. A request for an exception is subject to prior approval by the Provost following receipt of supporting documentation and the dean’s recommendation. See Additional Requirements below for more information. Position Summary
The Department of Health Policy and Management ( HPAM ) in the College of Public Health, University of Georgia, invites applications for a non-tenure track Clinical Instructor or Assistant Clinical Professor position to manage the department’s MHA program. The successful candidate will serve as Program Manager of the college’s MHA program and will work under direct supervision of the MHA Coordinator to help manage administrative and instructional aspects of the program.

The principal responsibilities of the MHA Program Manager include: (1) administration of the MHA program; (2) advising and supporting students; (3) establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with other units within the university and health agencies within the area; and (4) handling matters relating to accreditation (e.g., CAHME ); The successful candidate will also teach courses in the MHA Program and other related courses for graduate/undergraduate students in health care management and policy areas.

The department offers an undergraduate minor in health policy and management, an MHA degree, and a DrPH degree. In addition, the department supports a health policy and management concentration area within the College of Public Health MPH program. Ideal candidates will have the ability to teach across programs. The department has developed a series of online courses, and interest and expertise in distance education is desired.

Please use the following link to submit your application: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/218554 . Include in your application (1) a statement of interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names of three references. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Mr. Michael Martin at m2029pm@uga.edu and include “MHA Program Manager” in the subject line. To receive full consideration, applications must be submitted and received by the closing date of midnight, October 2. Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The anticipated start date of the position is January 1, 2022.

The University of Georgia is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and strongly encourages applications from individuals in under-represented groups. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or s

Additional Requirements
For appointment at the instructor rank, the successful candidate must have an MHA degree or equivalent (e.g., MPH, MPA, MBA ) and industry experience in health care administration and management, preferably for three or more years. Appointment at the Assistant Clinical Professor rank will require a relevant terminal degree and professional or academic experience, with professional work experience as a health sector leader managing various aspects of the health sector such as health care finance, healthcare operations, quality management, health policy, human resources and/or marketing. Candidates for Assistant Clinical Professor rank without a terminal degree must document significant industry experience and exceptional accomplishments as a leader in the health care sector (e.g., being a leader in health care organizations as President, VP, C-level, etc.) and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire. With either rank, the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate relevant industry expertise and contacts that will support the MHA program’s needs for internships, mentoring, and related student requirements. To review UGA’s Promotion and Tenure guideline for specific faculty ranks see https://provost.uga.edu/resources/documents/uga-clinical-guidelines-appt-promotion-11-28-11.pdf and https://provost.uga.edu/resources/documents/ CPH ClinicalCriteria.pdf Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.



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