What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Rank position at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio?
Program Director of the PhD in Health Sciences Program
Core Responsibilities
- PhD program director will oversee all aspects of the program and fulfill the administrative and academic duties of program director.
- Mange all elements of the academic program’s administration including enrollment projections and management, recruitment efforts, admissions oversight, and identification and evaluation of program faculty.
- Oversee maintenance and development of program communications and marketing materials including catalog, website, and other marketing content (with assistance from the UT Health Marketing team).
- Coordinate student support services with other school-based and institutional offices.
- Teach courses for students in both the PhD program and other programs in the university.
- Collaborate and create supportive partnerships both within and outside the schools, and university.
- Support the future growth, expansion and success of the program.
- Continue to revise and refine the program’s curriculum, courses and related materials.
- Further develop research programs appropriate for the health sciences.
- Advise students and serve as a research mentor to students for dissertation completion.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. or earned doctoral research degree from a regionally accredited institution with experience and/or expertise in one of the relevant allied health disciplines.
- A strong background in the program’s core curricular areas of research, education, and leadership.
- A background and licensure (as appropriate) in one of the health professions/allied health fields.
- An established track record of teaching, research, and service excellence at an institution of higher education appropriate for initial appointment at senior rank (e.g., associate or full professor) or rapid progression to senior rank.
- Demonstration of significant and successful administrative experience in a university setting.
- Strong, independent leadership, organizational, and managerial skills, including project management of complex assignments or tasks.
- Understanding online education best practices and state and federal regulations related to the delivery of online academic programs and the willingness to learn and implement instructional technologies effectively.
- Experience in curriculum development, and the ability to oversee students with various allied health backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and community partners.
- Experience with institutional accreditation and/or program accreditation and the regulations related to the establishment and operations of effective academic programs in the State of Texas.
- Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member and team leader.
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio: UT Health
The School of Health Professions
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
About San Antonio
Famous for its Spanish missions – which are World Heritage Sites – the Alamo, the River Walk, the Tower of the Americas, the Alamo Bowl, and major theme parks, the city is visited by approximately 38 million tourists annually. The city is also home to the five-time NBA champion San Antonio Spurs and the annual San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, one of the largest of its kind in the country.
Application Process
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.
FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.
Salary : $40,000
