Assistant Professor- DMS/HS Faculty

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Assistant Professor within the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program is a full-time, 12-month faculty position responsible for providing didactic instruction, hands-on clinical supervision, and comprehensive evaluation of DMS students. In addition to programmatic responsibilities, this role includes teaching online courses for the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree. The Assistant Professor plays a Critical role in ensuring students develop competent sonographic skills, adhering to CAAHEP/JRC-DMS accreditation standards, engaging in departmental service, and delivering high-quality, accessible online education.

Nature of the work:

• Full-time instruction and supervision of diagnostic medical sonography students in didactic, laboratory, and clinical settings.
• Evaluation of student clinical competencies and diagnostic imaging quality.
• Instruction in sonographic procedures and online Health Sciences course modules utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) frameworks.
• Academic advising and professional mentorship for Health Sciences students.
• Active participation in departmental, collegiate, and university-wide committees and student recruitment.
• Promoting effective patient/student communication and ethical clinical practices.
• Supporting student learning, clinical progression, and minimizing technical friction for online adult learners.
• Maintaining current professional credentials and knowledge of the professional discipline.
• Maintaining appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development.
• Full-time teaching load of at least 15 credit hours per semester.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Program director, Chair of Health Sciences, and Dean of DCHP.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Professor of DMS/Health Sciences is responsible for delivering high-quality clinical instruction, online academic facilitation, and institutional service. This role includes:

• Delivering a full-time teaching load encompassing direct supervision of students during patient care activities and structured online coursework.
• Assessing student performance in clinical procedures, including sonographic techniques, patient care, and radiographic imaging parameters.
• Designing and implementing rubrics, structured assignment prompts, and practical case scenarios to rigorously evaluate technical competency.
• Aligning online Health Sciences learning objectives with Quality Matters (QM) review standards for all BS degree modules.
• Leading comprehensive curriculum mapping projects and updating topical outlines to reflect current healthcare industry standards.
• Ensuring accurate and complete documentation of student clinical activities in compliance with legal and programmatic (CAAHEP/JRC-DMS) standards.
• Maintaining posted office hours to assist students in achieving program competencies and learning outcomes.
• Participating in faculty meetings, calibration sessions, and the program Advisory Committee.
• Upholding program policies and procedures as well as safety and infection control standards.
• Engaging in ongoing scholarship and professional development relevant to diagnostic medical sonography and higher education.

Required Qualifications

Candidates for this position must meet the following qualifications:

• Minimum of a Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution (required to teach upper-division online Bachelor of Science courses and;
• Current, active national certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in the relevant learning concentrations; to meet CAAHEP standards and;
• At least two (2) years of full-time clinical diagnostic medical sonography experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates for this position are preferred to meet the following qualifications:

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a health-related or educational field.
• Previous full-time experience in didactic or clinical sonography education at the post-secondary level.
• Demonstrated experience with rubrics curriculum mapping, and online course development.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification for healthcare providers.

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• Copy of current ARDMS Certification.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

The Assistant Professor must demonstrate the qualifications and competencies necessary to guide students in clinical practice and online learning. Essential knowledge, skills, and attributes include:

• Proficiency in current diagnostic medical sonography clinical practices, including instrumentation and patient assessment.
• Deep understanding of CAAHEP/JRC-DMS accreditation standards, infection control protocols, HIPAA, and patient safety standards.
• Ability to provide supportive, constructive feedback to students using standardized grading criteria.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and administrative workflows independently.
• Commitment to student success, accessibility, and ongoing professional development.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to model ethical behavior and academic integrity.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

Organization

Albany State University is a four-year institution in southwest Georgia offering undergraduate and graduate liberal arts and professional degree programs, and a wide range of outreach programs to the community. Albany State University is located in Albany, a progressive city of 100,000, on a 206-acre campus featuring impressive new buildings. The school has gained a reputation as the "Unsinkable Albany State" after surviving two major floods.

Both traditional and non-traditional students make up the more than 4,000 students who attend Albany State. They come primarily from southwest and middle Georgia, Atlanta, other states in the U.S., and several foreign countries. The average student age is 24 and about 40 percent of the students live in on-campus housing.

Albany State offers more than 30 undergraduate degree programs, of which the most popular majors are biology, criminal justice, computer science, middle-grades education, business administration and nursing. The University offers six advanced degrees: the master of science in criminal justice, master of public administration, master of business administration, master of science in nursing, master of education in 11 majors, and an education specialist degree. The university also offers the Board of Regents' engineering transfer program and the dual degree program in engineering with Georgia Tech.

Students at Albany State stay busy after class by participating in 59 clubs and organizations including bands, choirs, religious groups, honor societies, several major Greek and honor sororities and fraternities, and ROTC. An NCAA Division II school, Albany State's intercollegiate sports include men's football, basketball, baseball, track and field, cross-country and women's basketball, volleyball, cross-country and track and field.

A historically black institution, Albany State was founded in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute and supported by private religious organizations. It remained privately supported through 1917, when it began to receive state support and became the Georgia Normal and Agricultural College. It continued to grow and in 1932, when the Board of Regents was established, it became part of the University System of Georgia. The mission was expanded in 1943, and it became a four-year college and assumed the name Albany State College. In 1981 the college offered its first graduate program and in 1996 its name was changed to Albany State University.