Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor

Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley.

Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

Position Information

Banner Position Number - 002159

Position Title
- Assistant Professor

Classification Title
- Assistant Professor

Department - COHP-Dietetics Internship Program-MU9522

Job Description
- Full time, 12 month position – Assistant Professor

Assume leadership role for directing the educational program, such as, maintenance, development, implementation, and continuous evaluation

Responsible for development, revision, and implementation of program policies and ensuring that all ACEND accreditation standards, policies, and procedures are met

Coordinate supervised practice experiences for both onsite and distance Dietetic Interns

Communicate regularly with interns through the electronic reporting system and during class meetings

Advise students of program completion requirements, academic progress, University registration requirements, and deficiencies, if appropriate

Provide counsel for students experiencing deficiencies in academic course work or supervised practice experience and develop and record a plan for remediation

Communicate with preceptors via email, telephone, face-to-face meetings, and the electronic reporting system

Assume responsibility for DI curriculum development and revisions; seek input from program stakeholders

Establish a conducive atmosphere for learning, which facilitates an intellectual exchange among students, faculty, and preceptors

Provide and update information regarding internship applications and process to prospective students and the public

Orient students to internship and facilities

Maintain and verify supervised practice experiences via electronic communication

Ensure the regular and timely evaluation of interns at each supervised practice facility via online reporting

Complete and submit Annual Report to ACEND

Work with Chair to maintain program accreditation, including timely submission of fees, reports, and requests for major program changes

Complete and submit Annual Assessment Report to the University's Office of Assessment and Program Planning for the graduate program.

Complete and distribute Verification Statements for all program graduates meeting the outlined criteria

Submit information regarding student verification to CDR

Coordinate and facilitate meetings of the Advisory Committee, as needed

Coordinate and facilitate meetings of the Admissions Committee, as needed

Communicate regularly with program preceptors, the Advisory Committee, prospective students, and other stakeholders

Recruit competent dietetic interns through electronic communication, website updates, campus visits, and other recruiting opportunities, as available

Maintain accurate and current student and program records, such as evaluations (program and student), applications, transcripts, verification statements, syllabi, and assessment data, to name a few

Maintain program complaints received from interns or others, including…