Faculty Associate - CRNA Program Developer

Faculty Associate – CRNA Program Developer

Location:

Lubbock

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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is seeking a part‑time faculty member to develop the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program. The Faculty Associate to Develop the CRNA Program provides specialized expertise in anesthesia education and accreditation to support the development and advancement of the CRNA program and to ensure alignment with the highest academic and professional standards. This role combines advanced knowledge of nurse anesthesia practice with leadership in curriculum development, accreditation readiness, academic quality assurance, and shared program governance.

The Faculty Associate serves in a Program Director capacity for Council on Accreditation (COA) purposes. In this role, the Faculty Associate collaborates with faculty, academic leadership, and institutional committees to maintain compliance with national accreditation standards, support program evaluation, and promote a culture of educational excellence and continuous improvement. The successful candidate must have excellent communication, writing, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in academic environments commensurate with the scope and FTE of the appointment.

Academic Rank:
Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor, and the applicable salary, are dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. The Faculty Associate appointment may be structured as a primary or secondary academic role, depending on FTE, appointment type, and candidate preference.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on CRNA curriculum design, accreditation standards, and evidence‑based educational practices.
• Lead and support curriculum development, review and revision to align with COA standards, national certification requirements, and institutional goals.
• Conduct gap analyses, mock accreditation reviews, and documentation assessments to ensure program compliance through all phases of program development and maturation.
• Collaborate with the Dean, Graduate Department Chair, program faculty, and academic committees to implement continuous improvement plans and monitor progress.
• Provide expert guidance on accreditation reports, self‑studies, and site visit preparation.

• Develop and refine CRNA curricula, learning outcomes, and evaluation tools consistent with accreditation criteria and evolving professional standards.
• Integrate simulation, interprofessional education, and innovative teaching methods to strengthen student learning and clinical reasoning.
• Advise on faculty development strategies to…