UG Assistant Academic Program Director

Department Overview

To be considered for this position, please submit the following documents: 

• Your cover letter that includes: 
  • How you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. 
  • How you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position. 
  • A statement describing your teaching, research, and scholarship interests, and how they align with the OHSU mission.  

At OHSU’s School of Nursing, we are guided by a mission of healing, teaching, and discovery to optimize health, prepare nurse leaders, and transform health care. As a trauma-informed organization, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture grounded in well-being, diversity, excellence, integrity, and collaboration. We value health, safety, and respect for all. We promote equity, inclusion, and social justice, striving for innovation and sustainability in all we do. 

 

The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach, and public service.

 

This position reports to (supervisor): Linda Paul

Function/Duties of Position

Primary responsibility is supporting the Assistant Dean of Portland Undergraduate Programs to facilitate the UG Program faculty, staff and ensure students are attaining the program outcomes. Specific activities and responsibilities are based on rank. Teaching activities may include covering teaching positions vacant while faculty are being hired, potential to teach the OHSU IPE course or a re-entry course. Faculty members in the clinical series are also expected to participate in service to the school. This position reports to the Assistant Dean for  Portland Undergraduate Programs.

 

Key responsibilities:  To assure effective delivery of undergraduate programs of study for the Portland campus

• Work in partnership with Assistant Dean to manage day-to-day operations of the programs of study.
• Collaborate with leadership team on implementation of program evaluation and improvement.
  • Track key data (student numbers; course evaluations; NCLEX pass rate; student achievement of Student Learning Outcomes, etc.) with assistance from administrative staff.
  • Collaborate with the Assistant Dean, participates in developing plans for program improvement.
• Curriculum
  • Monitor course quality and evaluations each term. Collaborates with Assistant Dean, SON Undergraduate Council, and the faculty involved to resolve problems in courses that do not meet the quality standards.  
  • Acts as ex officio and coordinates with all Portland UG Workgroups to assure that communication and collaboration happens between administration and the committees.
  • Works with Assistant Dean to assure that the Portland Undergraduate programs are represented on the School of Nursing Undergraduate Council. Facilitates populating Portland Undergraduate committees as openings arise.
• Faculty Supervision and Faculty Development
  • Supervises clinical faculty
  • Collaborate with the leadership team (Assistant Dean, clinical placement coordinators, Education Manager) in making faculty assignments.
  • In collaboration with the Assistant Dean, performs annual evaluations for faculty & staff.
  • Functions as a resource to faculty, supports on-boarding of new faculty and identifying mentors for them.
  • Identifies faculty learning needs and collaborates with leadership team to plan faculty development activities
  • Clinical liaison with clinical partners
• Participate in strategic and programmatic planning with the leadership team.
  • Attends SON leadership and operations meetings
  • Assists with meeting planning and leadership
    • Monthly faculty meetings
    • Course coordinator meetings
    • Retreat planning
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Clinical Activities (not related to teaching or research):

• Plans and supervises student lab and/or clinical experiences or practice as need.

 

Scholarly Activities (research/writing, abstracts, grant supported work, presentations, etc.):

• Participates in scholarly activities based on faculty rank.
  • At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the practice mission, demonstrates competence in an area of clinical expertise and engages in inquiry and scholarship that contributes to the practice of clinical practice.
  • At the Assistant Professor rank or higher, faculty in the research mission advance a program of research, prepares grants and seeks funding, and engages with other missions to foster inquiry within the SON.

Service Activities:

• These activities could include faculty meetings, committee membership, professional activities and other responsibilities as assigned by the Program or Academic Director.
• Participates in faculty governance; additional engagement based on rank.

Administrative Activities:

• As negotiated.

Other Activities:

• The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

Required Qualifications

Education (Degree dependent on academic program type and rank of position.): Masters in nursing; doctoral preparation preferred. 

• Assistant Professor: MSN, PhD/DNP or equivalent

Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses (Current licensure & certifications could be required depending on position and academic program.):

• Oregon RN license
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Other: CNE preferred

Experience (Experience dependent on academic program type and rank of position.): 5 years of experience in nursing education. Strong curricular knowledge, communication skills, teamwork (demonstrated ability to build team and integrate existing teams, and experience in complex organization environments). Ability to work as team member with persons at all levels of the organizations.  Previous experience in program or project leadership.  Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities. 

• 2 years of clinical practice experience required;
• 5 years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level preferred.

 

Additional Details

Benefits 

As one of Portland’s largest and premier employers, OHSU is committed to providing comprehensive, affordable, and customizable benefits for our employees. OHSU’s medical plans offer comprehensive coverage with access to the best physicians and hospitals, including the award-winning care we provide at OHSU. Most full-time employees do not pay any amount for employee-only coverage for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our total rewards package includes 26 days of PTO*, 9 paid holidays*, employee discount programs, and options for tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and retirement plans in addition to many other benefits. Most faculty positions are eligible for relocation assistance. 

 

*Prorated based on FTE. 

 

Creating an inclusive community doesn’t just happen and cannot be achieved by a single department or individual. It is a transformation that occurs only when each of us embraces diversity and leads by example. Candidates that value OHSU’s commitment to building an anti-racist workplace are strongly encouraged to apply.  

 

We are seeking the best candidate for the position, and we understand that qualified candidates come from a range of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and pathways to competency. We encourage you to apply if you feel you can perform the essential responsibilities of the position even if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum qualifications described or are unsure if your experience could be considered related experience. 

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [email protected].