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Job ID:
259875
Associate / Full Professor and Chair - Laboratory Sciences and Primary Care
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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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.
Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.
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.
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