Program Director/Assistant Professor, Respiratory Care

Erie, Pennsylvania

About This Position


Position Title: Program Director/Assistant Professor, Respiratory Care

Division: School of Health Professions

Department: Col.Health Professions & Sci.

Location: Erie, Pa

Position Summary

This position is a full-time faculty and administrative position for the Respiratory Care program located at the Erie, Pennsylvania campus. The successful candidate will provide effective leadership for the CoARC-accredited programs including, but not limited to, responsibility for communication, ongoing program planning and assessment, and fiscal management. Responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation of an ongoing self-study for the CoARC-accredited, entry-level Bachelor of Science degree in respiratory care and Polysomnography Certificate programs. The individual will participate in curriculum development and provide didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction. Release time will be available to support the administrative functions of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The functions below are detailed in the faculty handbook in Volume IV of the Institutional Policy Manual.

  1. Teach 24 credit hours in the academic year or as otherwise specified by the faculty member’s appointment notice; student course evaluations are to be completed in each course. Faculty are expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and to use technology as appropriate, including the University’s learning management system. Faculty shall assist with course revisions and curriculum development as needed.
  2. Achieve appropriate student learning outcomes in all courses taught.
  3. Participate in service to the University, the community, and to their profession. Attend convocations, commencement exercises and community meetings.
  4. Participate in ongoing professional development.
  5. Assist, advise, and mentor students enrolled in the University.
  6. Fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of a faculty member as described in Volume IV of the Gannon University Institutional Policy Manual, which contains the approved policies and procedures of the University concerning the terms and conditions of faculty employment at the University.

Required Qualifications

Education: Candidates are required to possess a minimum of a master’s degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).

Licenses and Certifications: Candidates must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current state license.

Required Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), with at least two (2) years of experience in clinical respiratory care; must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience teaching in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program as either an appointed faculty member or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students enrolled in such programs; must be able to complete the CoARC Key Personnel Training Program in a timely manner upon hire.

University Mission: Candidates must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership and management experience, exceptional communication and organizational skills, active participation in relevant professional associations, and completion of a specialized credential (NPS, ACCS, SDS, or other) are preferred.

Physical Demands

Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with a busy academic environment.

Work is performed in busy classrooms and laboratory spaces, office settings, clinical sites.

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Position Type: Regular Faculty

Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Length:12M

Credits Per Year: 24


Required Documents


Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Teaching Statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a current state license as a respiratory therapist?

  • Yes
  • No

2. * Do you hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential?

  • Yes
  • No

3. * What is the highest level of education attained?

  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD

4. If you have not had higher ed experience, please explain your interest in working in this environment.

(Open Ended Question)

5. Please describe your leadership experience.

(Open Ended Question)

6. Do you have experience with accreditation through any of your past experiences?

  • Yes
  • No

7. Do you have experience in working with detailed budgets?

  • Yes
  • No

8. Briefly describe your experience supervising others (e.g. staff, personnel, students, etc.).

(Open Ended Question)

  • Organization Name:
    Erie, Pennsylvania
  • Position Type:
    Faculty and Research
  • Working Title:
    Assistant Professor
  • Subject Area:
    Medical Sciences
  • Tenure Track:
    Tenure Track
  • Salary:
    ....
  • Due Date:
    Open Until Filled
  • Location:
    Erie / United States of America
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