Health Administration Associate Professor

MGH Institute of Health Professions; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is seeking a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor in the Health Administration Program. The role includes teaching, curriculum support, and academic advising, with active involvement in professional, service, and scholarly activities.

A doctoral degree and 3–5 years of healthcare executive experience are required; FACHE/CAHME/AUPHA affiliations are preferred. Candidates should be prepared to contribute to CAHME accreditation, program evaluation, and

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Health Services Administration, Healthcare Economics, Healthcare Leadership, or related health discipline from a regionally accredited institution.
• Fellowship in ACHE, CAHME and AUPHA affiliations preferred.
• 3–5 years of healthcare executive experience.
• Teaching focus in healthcare management, policy, HR in healthcare, or leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, teach, and evaluate courses within the Health Administration Program.
• Provide general academic advising and participate in professional service.
• Engage in scholarship and contribute to program evaluation and accreditation efforts.
• Support CAHME accreditation activities and interprofessional education.
• Mentor students and collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Graduate education knowledge

Flexibility & collaboration

Prioritization & self-monitoring

Project management

Education

Doctorate in Health Services Administration or related

Job description

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Job Summary

The MGH Institute of Health Professions is now accepting applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Health Administration Program. This role involves participating in CAHME accreditation, teaching, assessment strategies, and curriculum support, alongside general academic advising and active participation in professional, service, and scholarly activities. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Health Services Administration, Healthcare Economics, Healthcare Leadership, or a related health discipline from a regionally accredited institution and have 3-5 years of healthcare executive experience. Fellowship in the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), CAHME and AUPHA affiliation preferred. If you’re ready to contribute your expertise and collaborate with a dedicated team, we invite you to apply and join a community committed to excellence in program education.

Qualifications

Education

Doctorate Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Experience

Academic Program Experience 5-7 years required and Experience as an Educator and Previous online teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A commitment to continued learning and professional development.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Workday FIELD: Qualifications:

Education/License:

• A doctoral degree in Health Services Administration, Healthcare Economics, Healthcare Leadership, or a related health discipline from a regionally accredited institution.
• Fellowship in the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), CAHME and AUPHA affiliation preferred.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of healthcare executive experience
• Preferences will be given to candidates with a teaching focus in one or more of the following areas: Healthcare Management, Healthcare Policy, Human Resources in Healthcare, Legal and Ethical Considerations in Healthcare, Operations Management, Strategic Management in Healthcare, and Leadership.
• Demonstrated success in healthcare organization leadership positions and academic healthcare experience.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies:

• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with others (including interprofessional teams)
• Knowledge of best practices in graduate education
• Commitment to flexibility and collaboration in a changing health career environment
• Ability to prioritize and self-monitor
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Working Conditions:

• Faculty member assumes all responsibilities in being an active and contributing member to the school.
• Requires a flexible schedule, with availability to take on occasional evening teaching assignments and to attend evening/weekend IHP/School events.
• HYBRID/REMOTE schedule

Workday FIELD: Job Description:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the design, management, teaching, and evaluation of didactic or clinical courses within the designated content area or other content as negotiated; providing general academic advising to students; participating in professional and service activities; and participating in scholarship commensurate with the level of appointment.

Institute-specific faculty responsibilities and criteria for rank are outlined in the MGH Institute Faculty Handbook.

Time spent in the areas below are negotiated between the Academic Unit Leader and individual faculty members:

• Teaching:
  • Teaches within or across programs as appropriate to area of expertise and program needs.
  • Design and deliver instruction using evidence-based pedagogical practices, including development of syllabi, course materials, and assessments aligned with program competencies and accreditation standards
  • Evaluate student achievement of program competencies and learning outcomes appropriate to the program and level of student learning.
  • Participate in the development, evaluation, and revision of the Health Administration Program curriculum plan.
  • Facilitate active learning environments (e.g., case-based, interprofessional, and clinical simulation) that promote critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and application of current research in health professions practice.
  • Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback; mentor students’ academic and professional development while upholding inclusive, student-centered teaching practices.
• Service:
  • Contribute to departmental and institutional governance through active participation on committees, that support program quality and continuous improvement.
  • Provide comprehensive student advising and mentorship fostering student success and professional readiness
  • Engage in professional service to the field through leadership or participation in professional organizations, that advance health professions education and practice.
  • External and internal service contributions expectations are commiserated by rank
  • Participates in the development and implementation of a systematic evaluation plan that encompasses all components of the program.
• Scholarship:
  • Identifies of an area of scholarship as outlined in the IHP Scholarship Model.
  • Develop and sustain a program of scholarship that advances health professions education, clinical practice, or translational research, including dissemination through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly products commensurate with level of appointment.

Note: Specific responsibilities will be subject to change based on the needs and budgetary resources of the Health Administration Program. Job descriptions and percentage of FTE will be reviewed and negotiated annually.

The IHP is committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation that reflects each faculty member’s experience, expertise, responsibilities, and performance. The expected base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $145,000, based on faculty rank (Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor), qualifications, and discipline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors such as academic and clinical experience, teaching responsibilities, education, licensure, specialty, training, market, and internal equity. This range represents base salary only and does not include benefits or other elements of total compensation; details about the full compensation and benefits package will be shared during the recruitment process.

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

100 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

1700 The MGH Institute of Health Professions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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