Job Information
Central Michigan University Health Administration (Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate Professor) in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Health Administration (Tenure-Track, Assistant/Associate Professor)
Posting Number: F-0890
College/Unit: The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions
Home Department: School of Health Sciences
Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - 12 month
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 12 month
Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty
Position Begin Date: 01/06/2025
Position End Date:
Position Summary:
The Health Administration Division within the School of Health Sciences of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions at Central Michigan University (CMU ) seeks to hire a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track assistant or associate professor with expertise in the area of health informatics and healthcare quality improvement, beginning January 2025.
The ideal candidate is an individual with research experience in health informatics/analytics and patient quality improvement areas and one who can demonstrate teaching expertise in on-campus and online environments for undergraduate and graduate-level courses. The candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, conduct collaborative research, including chairing doctoral dissertations, participate in curriculum development, be involved in the assessment of student learning and programmatic outcomes, and be committed to academic excellence, innovation, and student success.
The starting salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience; an attractive benefits package and research support are available. This position is located on the campus of CMU in Mt. Pleasant, MI.
Required Qualifications:
• Earned dissertation-based doctoral degree (ABDs will be considered if completed by time of appointment). • Academic training and expertise in health services research, preferably in health informatics/analytics or a closely related field. • Experience in and/or knowledge of the healthcare field and professions. • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience and understanding of online educational learning and teaching. • Demonstrated research agenda based on published works and external funding. • Quantitative and qualitative research skills. • Record of membership and activity in professional organizations related to healthcare. • Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity. • Effective oral, written, and data communication skills, and demonstrated leadership skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
• Previous work with students doing research, including experience with thesis or dissertation committees. • Experience or demonstrated interest in securing extramural grants and contracts. • Experience working in the healthcare field outside of academic employment. • Interdisciplinary experience.
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.
You must submit an online application to be considered an applicant for this position.
About the Department:
Undergraduate Health Administration program (AUPHA certified), Master of Health Administration program (CAHME accredited), and Doctor of Health Administration programs, along with two graduate certificates (International Health and Healthcare Leadership) are taught by a core group of faculty and experienced healthcare leaders involved in research and professional service. To learn more about the Health Administr