Assistant Professor in Respiratory Therapy

Assistant Professor in Respiratory Therapy

The College of Allied Health Sciences at Augusta University is seeking an Assistant Professor to teach in the Respiratory Therapy Program. The role includes didactic and clinical instruction (excluding patient care), supervisory clinical teaching, scholarship (research, presentations, publications), and service to the institution and professional community through committee work.

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and related software/databases.

• Teaching – 80%

  Teach assigned courses to meet program and curriculum needs, provide clinical education supervision, support program evaluation, and contribute to curriculum development. Mentor faculty colleagues and clinical educators and maintain professional connections with relevant organizations, community partners, advisory boards, and accreditation bodies.

• Scholarship – 10%

  Engage in ongoing scholarly work, producing peer‑reviewed publications, presentations, funded research, and disseminating findings to advance the field.

• Service – 10%

  Participate in student recruitment, admissions, and advising; serve on departmental, college, and institutional committees; support student success initiatives, professional development, and community outreach and advocacy.

• Master’s degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.
• At least 4 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• At least 2 years of teaching in a CoARC‑accredited program or experience as a clinical instructor/preceptor for such students.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RTT) credential and eligibility for a Georgia RCP license.
• Early‑level Assistant Professor: 0–4 years of experience in the field.
• Compliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation requirements.
• Demonstrated ability as a teacher, scholar, and in other duties assigned.

Doctoral degree, specialty credentials, or additional years of experience.

This is a fiscal‑year based, full‑time position (1.0 FTE). The salary and compensation are commensurate with education, experience, and achievement, and are subject to funds availability. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Full‑time employees with at least six months of service may qualify for Tuition Assistance.

Rank and salary will be determined at hire and are based on experience, education, credentials, training, and internal equity and market data.

All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check review prior to starting. If applicable, candidates may need a credit check and/or motor‑vehicle report for positions that require vehicle usage or purchase‑card authority.

Augusta University is an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.