Post University · 1 day ago
Program Chair Health Sciences
Waterbury, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expPost University is seeking a Program Chair for Health Sciences who will provide academic leadership and operational management for the program. This role focuses on ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery, faculty excellence, and strong student outcomes while collaborating with various academic partners.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and academic leadership for the program
Lead program development to ensure rigor, relevance, and alignment with institutional standards
Ensure course outcomes, assessments, and competencies are current, evidence-based, and reinforce workforce-ready skills
Collaborate with faculty and instructional design teams on continuous curriculum enhancements
Recruit, onboard, review credentials, mentor, and evaluate faculty. Assist with faculty scheduling when needed
Support faculty in implementing best practices in teaching, assessment, attendance tracking, and student engagement
Facilitate regular faculty meetings and promote a culture of collaboration, belonging, and academic excellence
Monitor student progression, attendance, performance, and persistence
Address academic concerns and collaborate with student services to support student success. For example, the Honors Program, Wellness, Dean of Students, etc
Lead program evaluation and continuous improvement processes
Collect, analyze, and report data for accreditation, regulatory, and institutional requirements
Partner with admissions, advising, marketing, and academic operations to support enrollment growth and program quality
Represent the program on university committees and academic initiatives, including advisory boards
Teach courses in the program annually. Familiarize yourself with relevant technology
Other responsibilities will vary by school based on the College’s strategic focus and initiatives
Qualification
Required
Terminal degree (or be in progress towards a terminal degree) in a relevant school discipline
Minimum of five years of experience in higher education and/or related professional experience
Company
Post University
Post University is a private, for-profit university in Waterbury, Connecticut, and was founded in 1890.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-17Acquired
Leadership Team
S
Sandra G. Affenito
Chief Academic Officer | Provost
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