Old Dominion University ยท 9 hours ago
Chair of Rehabilitation Sciences and Program Director of BSHS Pre-Clinical Studies (Tenured F927)
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveOld Dominion University is seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader to serve as Chair of the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. This role involves providing academic and administrative leadership while shaping the future of health and rehabilitation education.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide academic, strategic, and administrative leadership for a comprehensive department that includes programs in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, Recreational Therapy, and Preclinical Studies
Serve as Program Director for the newly launched Pre-Clinical Studies major in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree Program, providing leadership for curriculum development, assessment, program growth and student success initiatives
Foster excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and clinical mentorship by cultivating a collegial, inclusive, and high-performing departmental culture that supports faculty, staff, and students in achieving professional and academic goals
Responsible for strategic leadership, faculty development, fiscal stewardship, accreditation oversight, and meaningful engagement with internal and external stakeholders
Oversee curriculum, assessment, and continuous quality improvement across undergraduate and graduate programs, ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards, and support ongoing accreditation processes
Manage school resources, expand funding support for scholarship and training, and strengthen partnerships with clinical agencies, community organizations, alumni, and advisory boards to enhance student learning, research impact, and community engagement
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated record of external grant funding and/or leadership of multidisciplinary or collaborative research programs
Experience with innovative, evidence-informed, and/or technology-enhanced teaching and learning approaches across undergraduate or graduate education
Demonstrated commitment to person-centered, culturally responsive, and inclusive practices in teaching, research, leadership, and clinical engagement
Record of interprofessional collaboration and/or meaningful community-engaged partnerships that enhance education, research, or practice
Experience contributing to program growth, innovation, or strategic initiatives within academic or health professions settings
Company
Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University is a school in Norfolk, VA
Founded in 1930
1001-5000 employees
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