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Assistant Professor of Practice, Interprofessional Education and Practice Coordinator ROADMAP Grant, Department of Nursing
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Position Number: 5802482
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Health - Health Education & Promotion

Assistant Professor of Practice, Interprofessional Education and Practice Coordinator ROADMAP Grant, Department of Nursing
2400000293

Assistant Professor of Practice, Interprofessional Education and Practice Coordinator ROADMAP Grant, Department of Nursing - 2400000293

Description

Assistant Professor of Practice

Interprofessional Education and Practice Coordinator

ROADMAP Grant, Department of Nursing

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

This non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Practice position is hosted in the University of Tennessee Chattanooga, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies. The position is currently temporary; however, further extension (after June 30, 2026) of the appointment is possible contingent on funding availability. Preferred starting date is Monday, January 26, 2025.

The Interprofessional Education and Practice (IPEP) Coordinator will be responsible for spearheading initiatives aimed at enhancing grant outcomes for the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) funded project titled ROADMAP, an acronym for Rural Health and Older ADult Interprofessional Mobile HeAlth Program. The ROAD MAP grant seeks to improve access to health care and raise awareness of healthy aging in ten southeast Tennessee counties. Long-term objectives include lowering caregiver stress, increasing community resource use, reducing emergency room visits, and decreasing social isolation for older adults. The Interprofessional Education and Practice Coordinator is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing interprofessional education programs within the university setting which complement a rural mobile health program focused on the care of community dwelling older adults and their caregivers.

Position Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities encompass developing and implementing an interprofessional education curriculum and service- or experiential learning opportunities which meet IPEC competencies and accreditation standards,
developing and fostering collaboration with faculty, administrators, students, and community partners for community engagement, education, and research,
coordinating the dissemination of scholarly work related to interprofessional education, and
leading the development of continuous education programs associated with ROAD MAP grant initiatives.
The selected candidate will
direct faculty development activities linked with interprofessional education, cultivate collaborative partnerships across the university campus and the community, and
aid in managing the logistics, financial oversight, and marketing initiatives related to developing a sustainable mobile health program.

Minimal Qualifications:

A master's degree in a health-related field.
2-3 years' experience in higher education, interprofessional education or practice.
Commitment to promoting and supporting a diverse administration, faculty, staff, and student population.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate in a health-related field.
4-5 years' experience in higher education, interprofessional education or practice.
Experience in an administrative or leadership position.
Experience working with underserved populations.
Experience working with older adults in the community.

Application Procedures:

Applicants should prepare to submit the following information within our online application system for consideration:

Cover letter/letter of interest (Maximum 1 page)
CV, including up-to-date, personal contact information (email, phone, etc.)
Copy of academic transcript(s) from undergraduate and graduate studies,
Names, titles, and email addresses for three (3) references for confidential letters of recommendation to be requested.

For questions, please contact Kristina-wick@utc.edu. Applications will be considered as they are received.

Applications must be submitted electronically through the UTC Career Site.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the second largest school in the University of Tennessee System, serving a diverse student body of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students through five academic colleges. UTC offers a unique blend of private and public-school traditions and is a driving force for achieving excellence, embracing diversity, inspiring positive change, and enriching the community. Since its founding as Chattanooga University in 1886, UTC has developed a reputation for excellence built on an unusual blend of the private and public traditions of American higher education. For more than 83 years, the university was a private school. In 1969, UTC became part of the state university system.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home-a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine and Southern Living (to name a few!) for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy.

Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities and a small-town feel.

Our city has it all, with historic cultural institutions like the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, iconic attractions like Rock City and Ruby Falls, opportunities for epic outdoor adventures, and an eclectic contemporary art, music and food scene.

Chattanooga's robust economy fosters an environment where tech start-ups thrive alongside established industries and corporations. It's where innovation meets tradition, creating endless opportunities for growth and success.

UTC embodies Chattanooga's dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city's most vital institutions where progressive transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

Job
Faculty

Primary Location
US-Tennessee-Chattanooga

Organization
Nursing Campus/Institute Chattanooga

Schedule
Full-time

Job Posting
Oct 24, 2024, 7:24:42 PM

EEO/AA Statement /Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the appropriate affirmative action office. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the campus ADA Coordinator.

To apply, visit https://ut.taleo.net/careersection/utc_faculty/jobdetail.ftl?job=2400000293&tz=GMT%2B00%3A00&tzname=UTC