Assistant Professor in Respiratory Therapy

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The College of Allied Health Sciences at Augusta University is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor. The faculty member will provide instruction for students in the Respiratory Therapy Program. Instruction will consist of didactic and clinical environments, not concurrent with patient care, supervising in a clinical setting as assigned. The faculty member will participate in scholarship activities to include research, presentations, and publications, and participate in service to the institution, college and department by serving on committees at all levels.

The tenure status (on tenure track, tenure upon appointment, or not on tenure track) will be determined based on the qualifications of the final candidate and will be confirmed in the final offer along with position expectations. Please see Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website link in the Shift/Salary/Benefits section of this posting.

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Detail-oriented

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases

Teach courses as assigned to meet program and curriculum needs. Provide leadership in academic instruction and clinical education, ensuring high-quality learning experiences. Contribute to ongoing program evaluation and participate in curriculum development initiatives. Provide mentorship and guidance to faculty colleagues and clinical educators to support program growth and improvement. Foster and maintain professional connections with relevant organizations, community partners, advisory boards, and accreditation bodies.

Engage in ongoing scholarly work, producing peer-reviewed scholarly products (e.g., publications, presentations, funded research).

Contribute to advancing the field of Respiratory Therapy through research, grants, and dissemination of findings.

Actively participate in student recruitment and admissions activities, including conducting interviews and reviewing applications. Serve on departmental, college, and institutional committees as assigned. Contribute to initiatives that support student success, including academic advising, mentorship, and professional development activities. Engage in service to the profession, including participation in professional associations, community outreach, and advocacy.

BS Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field.

4 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

2 years teaching in a registered CoARC accredited program OR a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs.

RTT Credential, Eligible for Georgia RCP License

Assistant Professor- early-level career as a faculty member 0-4 years' experience is related field.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Masters or doctoral degree, specialty credentials, additional years of experience.

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0…