Position Overview:
Are you poised to lead a transformative era in healthcare education and practice in Kansas? McPherson College invites applications for the Director of Healthcare Initiatives, a pivotal role designed for visionary leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to academic excellence. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of faculty to shape the future of healthcare education in Kansas.
Job Description:
The Director of Healthcare Initiatives will lead our health sciences and sport studies programs, emphasizing experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and robust internship opportunities. This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full benefits package. Recognized for ten years as a Great College to Work For, McPherson College offers exceptional employee benefits, including a notable retirement contribution after 12 months of employment.
This role involves:
- Oversee academic department operations. In consultation with the department chairs and the VPAA, make recommendations on curriculum, staffing and new courses.
- Establishing partnerships with local healthcare organizations and agencies to promote student internships and service-learning opportunities.
- Developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare providers, especially in rural settings, to meet local workforce demands.
- Lead research initiatives and grant writing efforts to secure funding for health projects.
- Promoting student-centered teaching methods that produce graduates known for their problem-solving abilities, strong work ethic, and service orientation.
- Heading the student internship and professional outreaching opportunities.
- Developing and delivering courses in health-related fields.
Qualifications:
- A master’s degree is required; An earned doctorate in public health, healthcare administration, or a health-related field is preferred.
- Teaching, scholarly and/or professional experience in healthcare management, education, or program development with a minimum of 6 years of professional and/or teaching experience is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-college environment is preferred.
- Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit:
- A letter of interest detailing your alignment with the position requirements and how you, in this position, will help address the challenges facing rural healthcare in the region.
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate studies.
- Contact information for three professional references. (References will be contacted post-permission.)
Only letters of professional reference may be sent to: [email protected] All other application materials should be uploaded in the application.
This position will be open until filled.
Job Features
| Job Category | Staff |