Visiting Associate Teaching Professor

Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Visiting Associate Teaching Professor
Working Title: Visiting Associate Teaching Professor - Health Administration
FTE:Full Time
Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000
Position #00849410 - Requisition #40419
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Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers*

The Health Administration programs within the CU Denver Business School include undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and Doctorate in Health Administration (DHA) offerings. These programs prepare current and emerging leaders to navigate the complexities of healthcare delivery, policy, and innovation.

This position represents a strategic investment in expanding the school's capabilities in health information technology, healthcare data informatics, artificial intelligence, and blockchain-enabled systems, while strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration with the Information Systems discipline.

The Health Administration programs in the Business School of the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for non-tenure-track faculty at the rank of Associate Professor, Teaching Track., spanning Health Administration and Information Systems. An individual in this position will develop and teach courses in Health Information Technology, AI applications in healthcare delivery, further develop new curricula through unique pedagogical techniques, maintain AACSB professional or scholarly qualifications in their area of expertise, and perform service activities.

Visiting Associate Teaching Professor
What you will do:

A successful candidate hired at the Visiting Associate Professor, Teaching Track, level can expect a distribution of 60% teaching (6 courses annually), 20% service and program development, and 10% research for faculty who produce two or more academic peer-reviewed publications every five years. The Associate Professor, Teaching Track, role has research/scholarship responsibilities that include applied or pedagogical scholarship disseminated in refereed academic outlets. Faculty are expected to demonstrate continued professional growth in their fields.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach courses in health information technology, healthcare analytics, AI in healthcare, and blockchain applications.
• Deliver courses in multiple modalities including in-person, hybrid, and online.
• Develop course materials, support instructors with pedagogical expertise, maintain experiential learning components, and assist with applied projects.

Curriculum & Program Development

• Develop new courses and self-supporting programs in digital health and informatics.
• Integrate industry standards such as HIMSS and regulatory frameworks.
• Support interdisciplinary initiatives with Information Systems.

Student Engagement

• Mentor graduate and doctoral students.
• Develop internships and applied learning partnerships.
• Support career pathways in digital health.

Service Responsibilities

• Participate in committees and accreditation efforts.
• Engage with advisory boards and recruitment efforts.

Research

• Be the academic lead for the Health Administration Research Consortium, coordinating research briefs, panels, and industry partners.

Professional Engagement

• Maintain professional currency in AI, blockchain, and digital health; contribute to applied scholarship and industry engagement.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Applicants must meet the CU Denver Business School definition of Associate Professor, Teaching Tenure Track:
  • Business School definition: Associate Professors, CTT hold a terminal degree in a relevant field and have deep experience in their teaching area. There must be evidence of teaching effectiveness at the university level as well as the potential for service and research/scholarship that supports the program and the school. They must demonstrate ongoing relevance through intellectual contributions in research/scholarship or be within five years of receiving terminal degrees.
  • Terminal degree (PhD, DBA, or equivalent) in relevant field to health information technology from an accredited (or equivalent) University satisfies a terminal degree requirement in a relevant field.
    * The applicant must show significant experience in HIT or closely related fields. This can be shown through some combination of the following: (i) courses developed and/or taught in HIT or closely related areas, (ii) publications in peer-reviewed journals in HIT or closely related areas, and/or (iii) non-academic work experience related to HIT.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level, as supported by teaching evaluations and at least four semesters or six quarters of experience teaching in health administration and information systems, or a closely related field. Instructional experiences while a student (e.g., a teaching assistantship) can demonstrate teaching effectiveness only when the applicant was serving as the primary Instructor for the course. Serving as a tutor, grader, periodic guest lecturer, or similar roles cannot be used to demonstrate teaching effectiveness.
  • The applicant must show potential for teaching effectiveness. Typical indicators include past teaching/course evaluations, a documented history of developed courses/curricula, and/or pedagogical training.
  • The applicant should show recent intellectual contributions in research/scholarship or should be within 5 years of receiving their terminal degree. Some indicators satisfying this requirement may include:
  • A premier journal publication (e.g., A* rated on the ADBC list), OR;
  • Two high-quality journal articles (e.g., A-rated on the ADBC list), OR;
  • At least three academic refereed journal articles, or scholarly books, OR;
  • A mixture of at least four refereed academic articles, scholarly books or papers, research grants, industry white papers, and other peer-reviewed research.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Industry experience in healthcare or digital health.
• Expertise in AI, blockchain, or data governance.
• Experience developing curriculum.
• Experience with online and executive education.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
This position may be performed on site, and will require the ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work;often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.

This position may be performed in a hybrid or remote environment, requiring the ability to work effectively in a remote setting. This includes maintaining a dedicated workspace free of excessive noise or distractions, reliable internet connectivity, and the ability to participate in virtual meetings for extended periods. Employees must be able to independently manage time, remain stationary for prolonged computer-based work, and transport necessary equipment (such as a laptop and peripherals) between their remote work location and the office as needed.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $110,000-$120,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted up to 5 days after the position has been posted.

Required Application Materials
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).
• Additional materials can be added, if applicable.

Questions should be directed to Lauren Galleri, at LAUREN.GALLERI@UCDENVER.EDU.

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.