Associate / Full Professor and Chair - LSPC
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Lubbock, Texas, us, 79430
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.
Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.
Position Description
The School of Health Professions at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) invites applications for the position of Chair, Laboratory Sciences and Primary Care. Candidates with credentials to be an Associate Professor or higher will be considered. The Chair reports to the Dean of the School of Health Professions and provides primary leadership for the department that has educational programs housed on two campuses (Lubbock and Midland) and one clinical laboratory within the John Montford Unit (TDCJ Correctional Institute). The Chair oversees strategic planning; mentoring and evaluating faculty; budgeting efficiently and effectively; developing new initiatives; managing space, equipment, and personnel; enhancing scholarly and clinical activities; and building and maintaining strategic partnerships both with the University and in the local, state, and national community. The Chair is expected to lead faculty and students in their quest for excellence in education and research, establish long-term goals for the department, and create a vision for attaining these goals.
Rank of Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Major/Essential Functions
Lead a multi-campus department with two graduate programs (Molecular Pathology-M.S. and Physician Assistant-MPAS), two undergraduate programs (Medical Laboratory Scientist-B.S. and Medical Laboratory Scientist Second Degree-B.S.), and one certificate program (Medical Laboratory Science Post-Baccalaureate Certificate). Supervise Program Directors in the Department of Laboratory Sciences and Primary Care. Interact with the School regional dean at the Midland campus and the Managing Director at the John Montford Unit (clinical laboratory). Serve on department, campus, and university-wide committees. Engage in research and teaching (face-to-face and online). Provide service to the profession and the wider community. Participate in professional development. Oversee the Health Professions Practice Income Plan for the department. Review and propose budget requests. Ensure all programs meet accreditation standards. Guide the Department’s strategic planning process to align with the School and the University.
Required Qualifications
Earned doctorate degree. Experience with course and program development. Licensure/certification as a medical laboratory scientist, molecular biologist, or physician assistant.
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of academic administrative experience. Evidence of ongoing research with experience in obtaining and administering extramurally-funded research grants. Experience with distance education and digital learning. Knowledge of NAACLS or ARC-PA accreditation.
Benefits
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:
Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more Retirement Plans Wellness Programs Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace
Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary Commensurate With Related Education, Experience And/or Skills
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary Commensurate With Related Education, Experience And/or Skills
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Grant Funded?
No
Shift
Day
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx. Seniority level
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