Chair, Population Health and Administration

Position Summary

The College of Health Professions at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science invites nominations and applications for the Chair of the Department of Population Health and Administration. The Department includes online degree and certificate programs in both population health and health administration. The College seeks an outstanding educator, researcher and leader who is committed to interprofessional education and wants to make a difference in the health of our nation and local community through the preparation of population health and health services administration professionals, and the advancement of related research and service initiatives. Significant opportunities also exist for research collaboration with the Center for Health Equity Research, curricular impact in our existing health and medical programs, and community engagement with local partners, such as our local county health department.

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA. 

Today, the university’s 6 colleges continue Dr. Franklin’s legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the Department of Population Health and Administration in the College of Health Professions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strategically envision and map the future of our Population Health and Health Administration offerings.
• Strengthen the contributions of Population Health and Health Services Administration to the University’s mission to serve humanity through interprofessional education.
• Promote the recruitment and retention of a diverse and highly qualified faculty and staff.
• Work with Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) to grow and diversify student enrollment.
• Drive the strategy for program innovations and curricula development to ensure an exceptional teaching and learning experience.
• Strengthen partnerships for research, education and practice with community and clinical organizations.
• Guide the design and development of new curricular and course offerings.
• Teach courses related to areas of content expertise.
• Supervise and advise students on their progress in the program/courses/research projects based on program expectations.

 All full-time faculty members employed by RFUMS are expected to engage in activities that are considered core to their primary role as a faculty member. These activities may include teaching, scholarly activity, and service.

Teaching responsibilities vary and may include:

• Direct instruction
• Curriculum management
• Assessment
• Advising and mentoring for students

 Scholarly activities vary and may include:

• Original scholarship
• Grant procurement
• Research mentoring

 Service activities vary and may include internal and external contributions through:

• Committees
• Contributions to the profession
• Recruitment
• Direct patient care

 Scholarly activities and/or clinical activities are negotiated and determined at the department level and are primarily based upon the faculty track.

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
• Must have proof of COVID 19 vaccination or a university approved exemption

Required Education & Experience

• Doctoral degree in Public Health, Population Health or closely related field
• 5 years full-time teaching experience in higher education
• Professional experience in the field of public health or a closely related field
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Content knowledge and research experience in public or population health. 
• Background and experience in program development and accreditation
• Strong communication skills in virtual and in-person environments. 
• Commitment to interprofessional education.
• Ability to utilize technology and online learning management systems required for teaching as well as real-time communication platforms.  
• Flexibility and desire to be part of a growing team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic leadership experience in public or population health
• Academic accomplishments that merit an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor
• Experience mentoring faculty and supervising staff
• Familiar with national trends in graduate public or population health education
• History of collaboration with enrollment management to market programs
• Experience working with community partners in public or population health
• Experience teaching and managing academic programs in a fully online environment

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets