Faculty in Respiratory Therapy

Job Summary

Open Rank Faculty in Respiratory Therapy

Location:

Augusta University

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

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The Department of Allied Health Professions-Respiratory Therapy in the College of Allied Health Sciences at Augusta University seeks a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The faculty member will provide instruction for students in the Respiratory Therapy Program. Instruction will occur in didactic and clinical environments, not concurrent with patient care, supervising in a clinical setting as assigned.

The role includes scholarship activities such as research, presentations, and publications, and service through committee participation at the institutional, college, and departmental 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 confirmed in the final offer along with position expectations.

• 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.

• Masters in Respiratory Therapy or related field, 4 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, and 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 in related field.

Associate Professor – mid‑level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Professor – senior‑level career faculty member with 10 or more years of experience in related field, including five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training. Professors must have a terminal degree per Board of Regents policy.

Doctoral degree, specialty credentials, additional years of experience.

This position is fiscal year based and works year‑round. The intended full‑time equivalent (FTE) is 1.0.

Salary and compensation for Assistant, Associate, and Professor ranks are commensurate with education, experience, and achievements and are subject to availability of funds.

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 employed successfully for more than six months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912.

All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

Positions requiring financial responsibility may require a credit check and/or approved departmental purchase card usage.

Those required to drive must provide a motor vehicle report.

Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and post‑secondary coursework through original transcripts. Foreign‑trained candidates must provide an educational credential evaluation.

Employees must protect confidential information and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

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

To be considered, apply online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.