University of Hartford
Department of Health Sciences
Assistant Professor

The University of Hartford invites individuals to submit applications for a tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences, to begin in July 2009.

With seven distinctive schools and colleges, the University of Hartford is a private, independent, comprehensive university located on a scenic 320-acre wooded main campus in suburban West Hartford, Connecticut. The University has 325 full-time and 400 part-time faculty members, and enrolls 5,600 undergraduate students and 1,700 graduate students.

The University of Hartford is an open and welcoming community that values diversity in all its forms. In addition, the University aspires to have its faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Hartford region. Candidates committed to and having experience working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural issues are encouraged to apply. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching and/or service. For more information about the University of Hartford, please visit our website: www.hartford.edu.

The Department of Health Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Health Science, Radiologic Technology, and Respiratory Care. The Department is seeking an individual who can support the current array of programs, and assume primary responsibility for the Health Science degree program.

Responsibilities: Provide effective and responsive classroom instruction; recruit and advise a diverse student population; conduct scholarly or community outreach activities; participate in curriculum development; administer the Health Science program; and participate in departmental, collegiate and university activities. This is a ten month, tenure track faculty position.

Qualifications: Commitment to undergraduate education and to diversifying the healthcare workforce. Doctoral degree is required. Teaching experience is required. Clinical experience in a field supporting the current program offerings is preferred; however, expertise in a related area will be considered.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and references to: Peter W. Kennedy, PhD Chair, Department of Health Sciences

Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.