Description
Northern Kentucky University’s (NKU) School of Allied Health, in the College of Health and Human Services, is seeking a Radiation Therapy Educator for the full-time position of Assistant Teaching Professor and Program Director for the Bachelor of Science Radiation Therapy Program. Core courses in this program will be taught fully online with students attending clinical practicum courses at affiliated clinical settings. In addition to teaching online courses, this person is directly responsible and accountable for ensuring the fulfillment of curricular goals and objectives of the program while maintaining full accreditation through the JRCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology).
Requirements
Teach a minimum of 9 credit hours per semester, as assigned, which may include both synchronous and asynchronous online instruction
Follow best practices for online learning.
Accountable for the overall processes and outcomes of the B.S. Radiation Therapy program.
Responsible for the structure and daily operation of the program, including organization, administration, periodic program review, outcomes assessment and evaluation
Perform course development and work continuously towards maintaining contemporary curricula or developing new curriculum.
Coordinate student recruitment, selection, guidance, instruction, and evaluation.
Organize and manage the community advisory committee for the program.
Work with the program’s Clinical Coordinator to establish and maintain clinical sites and effective working relationships with Radiation Therapy staff at various clinical site locations
Provide direction and guidance for advancing the University’s core values, including excellence, integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness with a focus on student belonging, retention and graduation.
Master’s degree in Radiologic Sciences or related field and a degree in Radiation Therapy from an approved school of Radiation Therapy is required. A doctoral degree in a related field is preferred but not required. The preferred candidate will have at least 5 years of professional clinical experience and 3 years of educational experience, preferably as a program director with proven experience related to JRCERT accreditation and online instruction.
Additional qualifications:
Commitment to and/or experience promoting and fostering a learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated record of service activities.
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisor, clinical partners, and students.
Strong organizational skills.
Clearly understands curriculum design, pedagogy, and learning outcomes assessment.
