"Associate Director of Academic Affairs - School of Chiropractic"

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

The UBSC Director of Academic Affairs is a faculty position where the individual fulfills administrative duties via course release. The individual reports to the Director of UBSC. The individual will also instruct within UBSC/College of Health Sciences the equivalent of one-half the normal course load (six credits) within an 18-week program. The following faculty duties must continue to be performed:

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

• Use the approved course syllabus format when creating course syllabi
• Teach all classes according to an approved course syllabus
• Ensure that each course contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains subject matter currency
• Ensure that assigned classes are held as scheduled and maintain excellent attendance and punctuality
• Assess student academic achievement and demonstrate modification of teaching techniques in accordance with assessment feedback and universal design of courses
• Submit reports in an accurate and timely manner including attendance, grades, and other related documentation
• Attend department meetings and participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals and curriculum review based on student learning outcomes
• Initiate discussions and make recommendations concerning the improvement of teaching, curriculum, and processes related to improving student outcomes
• Attend professional development activities to remain informed of current trends and new approaches to instruction
• Serve on and provide information to college committees as needed and requested
• Demonstrate professional attitude, philosophy, compassion, and commitment that promotes student growth and learning
• Commitment to the University mission, vision and values
• Maintain licenses, certifications and other professional credentials for profession/position
• Maintain professional relationships with the industry community and other relevant stakeholders

Additional Duties Related to the UBSC Director of Academic Affairs:

• Oversees the curriculum and makes recommendations of changes to the Director and curriculum committee in compliance with CCE standards
• Advises students
• Registers students
• Works with University Registrar in grade completion process
• Assists in the interviews of prospective students
• Assists in interviewing of college faculty and personnel
• Assists in the evaluation of transcripts for advanced standing students and transfer students
• Develops transfer credit evaluation reports
• Organize peer tutoring for UBSC students
• Prepare UBSC exam schedules
• Reviews and approves make-up exam requests
• Schedules courses and reports such to the Registrar
• Collects and maintains necessary performance data on individual students, student cohorts, and the program for appropriate reporting to UB Institutional Research and for required reports to accreditors (i.e., CCE bi-annual program reports)
• Recommends disciplinary action based on the student handbook (i.e., academic probation, professional conduct, dismissal letters) to the Director and appropriate College committees
• Organizes and arranges appropriate NBCE reviews for students
• Other duties assigned by the Director of UBSC

Other Functions:

• In cooperation with the Director, Associate Director of Clinical Education and the Faculty, oversee the ongoing review and development of the program of study
• Attend training opportunities for curriculum and faculty development and administration
• Participate with external institutions and professional associations for the purpose of developing chiropractic educational curricula and outcomes criteria, and sharing of best practices; occasional travel is required
• Communicate and coordinate as needed with other schools, colleges and departments in the University in support of the educational missions of the School and the University
• Support the School in maintaining accreditation with the Council on Chiropractic Education and other agencies as needed
• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Professional health sciences doctorate degree (DC, ND, DO, MD).
• Minimum of 5+ years as a faculty member in a college professional degree program.
• Teaching experience at the professional doctoral level is required.
• Experience in chiropractic higher education is highly desirable.
• Previous administrative experience preferred.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program
• Flexible work schedules