Assistant Professor -Respiratory Therapy

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to supervise and evaluate students during rotations and engage in educational instruction. The position requires a Master's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a commitment to faculty development and research collaboration.

Applicants should have 2-5 years of clinical and teaching experience. We value equal opportunity and encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• Preferably with 2-5 years clinical experience.
• Preferably with 2-5 years teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate students during rotations.
• Participate in instruction and curriculum development.
• Conduct research activities and data preparation.

Skills

Supervision and evaluation of students

Class and laboratory instruction

Data collection and reporting

Ongoing faculty development

Education

Masters degree in Respiratory Therapy

PhD, EdD, DHSc in respiratory care or related field

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide supervision and evaluation of students during assigned rotations.
• Participate in class and laboratory instruction including development, evaluation and revision.
• Participate in recruitment activities and selection and advising of students.
• Participate in the development of research activities.
• Participate in data collection and preparation of reports required by the University and the Accrediting Agencies.
• Participate in ongoing faculty development activities and University.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Masters degree in Respiratory Therapy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD, EdD, DHSc in a respiratory care, health care related, or education field.
• 2-5 years clinical experience
• 2-5 years teaching experience

SALARY

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.