Assistant Professor - Bachelor of Science in Health Services Program

About the role

The Bachelor of Science in Health Services Program, housed in the College of Health Professions, seeks a student-focused Assistant Professor to coordinate the student internship experience in partnership with the Assistant Program Director. The role includes teaching, research, and service expectations within an interdisciplinary program that supports undergraduate students exploring healthcare careers.

Responsibilities

• Internship Management: Develop and implement high-quality internship experiences in alignment with VCU Academic Affairs’ vision; build and maintain partnerships with organizations across Virginia; support in-person and remote students during internships; develop a mentorship program and support the career development course; oversee internship placements and ensure compliance with policies and documentation standards.
• Teaching: Teach asynchronous and face-to-face courses including ALHP 435 Health Care Career Development and Planning in Allied Health Professions and at least two other core courses in the Bachelor of Science in Health Services curriculum; instruct courses in both face-to-face and asynchronous online formats; provide regular student support through office hours and high-quality assignment feedback; contribute to the development of new general education and restricted electives.
• Service: Serve on departmental, College, and University committees; engage in professional service such as reviewing or conference organizing; participate in instructor course pods to improve program courses.
• Research: Opportunities may exist for collaborative research and scholarship, though the primary focus is instruction.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • PhD or terminal degree in a health-related or educational field.
  • Minimum of two years managing or working in an internship-type program with undergraduate students in health-related positions.
  • Demonstrated teaching experience in at least two of the linked teaching areas in asynchronous online/hybrid/in-person environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with diverse faculty, staff, and students, or a commitment to do so.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience teaching across multiple modalities (in-person, synchronous online, hybrid, hy-flex, etc.).
  • Experience leading student organizations, workshops, or student meetings online.
  • Minimum of one year teaching in an LMS platform.