The Department of Rehabilitative Sciences seeks an experienced faculty member to serve as the Program Director to develop and launch a Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics in May 2023. The position is a 12-month clinical or tenure-track appointment and is available to start as soon as the search process has ended. The Program Director reports to the Chair of the Department of Rehabilitative Sciences; The Department of Rehabilitative Sciences is a fast-growing, multidisciplinary department with over 30 tenured, tenure-track, clinical, and adjunct faculty and support staff offering a doctor of physical therapy, doctor of occupational therapy, undergraduate and graduate programs in nutrition and dietetics, a graduate certificate in sports nutrition, and a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitative health sciences. The department is located within the College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences, which includes numerous programs including speech and language pathology, audiology, social work, and allied health sciences. The College is part of the University’s Academic Health Sciences division, which also houses the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, the College of Public Health, and the College of Nursing. The program director will join a dynamic and growing department focused on interprofessional education and training; Click here to view the department’s website; The program director will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program. The successful candidate is also expected to participate as a full member of the faculty with all relevant duties, responsibilities, and benefits. The candidate will support graduate research and student professional organizations as well as provide service to the department, college, and university as requested; Set in the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Johnson City is a progressive town of more than 75, 000 that draws from a population of over 500, 000. The area offers award-winning public school systems, no state income tax, and a family-friendly environment for the outdoor enthusiast with four distinct seasons. The rich history of the region is woven into the area’s recreation, community, and lifestyle, giving the area the feeling of a home away from home; ETSU is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all of our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. Successful candidates should have a demonstrated commitment and contribution to fostering and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion. East Tennessee State University ( ETSU ) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
Requirements:
Be credentialed in the profession of Orthotics and Prosthetics through a certification program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies ( NCCA ) and be eligible for a professional license as is required by the state of Tennessee; Have a minimum of three (3) years of combined teaching, clinical, and administrative experience in a profession related to orthotics and prosthetics; Candidates considered for a tenure-track position must possess a terminal academic degree by the start date and demonstrate the potential for research productivity
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Posting Details Position Information Job Title Program Director and Assistant/Associate Professor of Orthotics and Prosthetics Department Rehabilitative Sciences - 21755 Pay Grade 1 Job Category Faculty Job Summary The Department of Rehabilitative Sciences seeks an experienced faculty member to serve as the Program Director to develop and launch a Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics in May 2023. The position is a 12-month clinical or tenure-track appointment and is available to start as soon as the search process has ended. The Program Director reports to the Chair of the Department of Rehabilitative Sciences. The Department of Rehabilitative Sciences is a fast-growing, multidisciplinary department with over 30 tenured, tenure-track, clinical, and adjunct faculty and support staff offering a doctor of physical therapy, doctor of occupational therapy, undergraduate and graduate programs in nutrition and dietetics, a graduate certificate in sports nutrition, and a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitative health sciences. The department is located within the College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences, which includes numerous programs including speech and language pathology, audiology, social work, and allied health sciences. The College is part of the University’s Academic Health Sciences division, which also houses the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy, the College of Public Health, and the College of Nursing. The program director will join a dynamic and growing department focused on interprofessional education and training. Click here to view the department’s website. The program director will be responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program. The successful candidate is also expected to participate as a full member of the faculty with all relevant duties, responsibilities, and benefits. The candidate will support graduate research and student professional organizations as well as provide service to the department, college, and university as requested. Set in the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Johnson City is a progressive town of more than 75,000 that draws from a population of over 500,000. The area offers award-winning public school systems, no state income tax, and a family-friendly environment for the outdoor enthusiast with four distinct seasons. The rich history of the region is woven into the area’s recreation, community, and lifestyle, giving the area the feeling of a home away from home. ETSU is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all of our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. Successful candidates should have a demonstrated commitment and contribution to fostering and advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion. East Tennessee State University ( ETSU ) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications Possess a minimum of a master’s degree Be credentialed in the profession of Orthotics and Prosthetics through a certification program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies ( NCCA ) and be eligible for a professional license as is required by the state of Tennessee Have a minimum of three (3) years of combined teaching, clinical, and administrative experience in a profession related to orthotics and prosthetics Candidates considered for a tenure-track position must possess a terminal academic degree by the start date and demonstrate the potential for research productivity. Preferred Qualifications A doctorate is preferred (e.g., Ph.D., EdD, ScD). Candidates with a proven record of teaching, administration, and leadership are preferred. Salary Posting Detail Information Posting Number F00580P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No Open Date 07/15/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. Transcripts must be submitted to be considered for review (unofficial transcripts or a copy of the transcript is acceptable for application purposes). Official transcripts may be required upon hire. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Philosophy of Leadership Optional Documents East Tennessee State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, or age in its programs and activities. Full Non-Discrimination Policy ... 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