Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, health care administration, nursing, and rehabilitation sciences serving 2300+ students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand, which has enabled us to establish a distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovation for southeastern Wisconsin. Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends.
Program Information
The School of Biomedical Sciences and Health Care Administration offers programs in Biomedical Sciences and Health Care Administration. The Health Care Administration programs help develop basic business principles and tools that students need for effective decision-making in a health care setting.
Job Summary
The Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor position is a teaching academic staff position with primary appointment in the Health Care Administration (HCA) programs. Responsibilities include teaching and service in support of the mission, goals, and outcomes of the health care administration programs (HCA and MHA).
Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor must possess knowledge obtained by formal education, work experience, and/or on-the-job experience. Effective teaching, communication, and computer skills are expected.
The successful candidate must be able to do the following:
Interact in a cooperative and productive manner with others.
Adapt and be flexible to handle changes in technologies, methodologies, and course curriculum.
Be able to work effectively with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
This is a full-time position and is posted with the option to fill either a 9-month or 12-month position, depending on the best fit for candidate and program needs. Hybrid work options are available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.
Minimum Qualifications
MHA or Master of Science degree in health care administration or masters degree in related business field, such as an MBA.
3-5 years of relevant experience in the health care administration profession or health management.
Preferred Qualifications
Health PhD, DHA, EdD, terminal degree or professional degree in the field such as JD, MD or equivalent in healthcare administration or related area with professional experience that is substantial both in duration and level of responsibility.
Specialist certification or association with the American College of Healthcare Executives such as ACHE Fellow (FACHE).
Experience in teaching health care administration, health management, or related, courses
Research experience.
Experience supervising graduate students or clinical interns, health administration and business processes.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position;
A detailed resume/curriculum vitae;
A statement of teaching philosophy;
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.