Overview
Fisk University’s Assistant Professor position in Healthcare Administration (Tenure-Track or Tenured) provides an excellent opportunity to establish a rigorous academic career based on curriculum innovation, scholarly work and academic service. The individual should ensure that students meet high academic standards while providing a nurturing and learner-centered environment in the classroom, laboratory or research setting, and via diverse modalities of instructional delivery. The individual has demonstrated experience and expertise in curriculum innovation, interdisciplinary studies and innovative teaching strategies. Teaching and scholarly excellence in the areas of specialty will be a high priority. Additionally, the individual is strongly urged to integrate instruction with research and community service. The individual should be able to work productively with students and colleagues of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The service on university committees and contribution to the development of the University’s Mission and Vision is required. As Fisk University is in the booming downtown of Nashville, TN, there are collaborative opportunities with local high-tech industries. The department faculty members have successfully obtained several federally funded research grants (NSF/NIH) and the individual will have opportunities to establish a strong federally funded research program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Primary responsibilities include teaching graduate courses (9 credit hours per semester; and helping to develop and expand programs in Business (Healthcare) Administration. Excellence in teaching at the graduate level is essential. A research agenda that is open to participation of undergraduate and/or graduate students is expected. A Doctorate in Business, Economics, or Finance with cognate in Healthcare Administration is required. Practical experience in the payor or provider space is highly desired.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
- Additional expectations of an Assistant Professor include participation in the Faculty Assembly, University service as an academic advisor or a student campus organization advisor and engagement in activities that generate professional development leading to demonstrated achievement and other mandatory campus events. The individual should express a zeal for and competence in grantsmanship and be supportive of the University’s thrust to increase sponsored programs and outside funding.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Fisk University seeks a professional with extensive knowledge in Healthcare Administration and practical experience in the payor and/or provider space to enhance our student-centric experience. An in-depth understanding of the public and private healthcare environment and the proven ability to integrate theoretical concepts and empirical experience to educate team members and to drive results. Proven excellence in teaching at the college level, genuine interest in teaching, collegiate behavior with peers and a sincere interest to extract the best from our students are important attributes of persons holding the position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A doctoral degree in Business, Economics, Finance. or relevant areas from an accredited college/university required.
- College teaching experience preferred. A proven track record and healthcare leadership in a public or private healthcare entity is desired.
Additional Requirements:
- A background and/or credit check will be required of the successful applicant. An official transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required of the successful applicant.
Environmental Conditions:
- Working conditions – Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements.
- Physical Effort – Position is physically comfortable; individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.
- Physical Risk – Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risk.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.