UNIV - Open Rank Faculty - College of Health Professions, Department of Healthcare Leadership and Management- Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Intelligence and Administration (BSAHIA) Division Director – (Remote)

Medical University of South Carolina

43d•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Healthcare Leadership and Management (DHLM) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks an innovative and growth-oriented academic leader to serve as Division Director for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Intelligence and Administration (BS-AHIA). This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a fully online, accelerated degree-completion program designed for working adults and nontraditional learners preparing for leadership roles in AI-enabled healthcare environments. The Division Director will be responsible for scaling enrollment, strengthening student retention and completion, and advancing a nationally distinctive curriculum that embeds artificial intelligence, data literacy, and ethical decision-making across all courses. This position is ideal for a leader with experience in online accelerated education, applied AI integration, and workforce-aligned undergraduate program leadership. The Department of Healthcare Leadership and Management at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for the role of Division Director – Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Intelligence and Administration (BS-AHIA). This is a full-time faculty position with administrative responsibilities, offered on the academic educator track with rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The BS-AHIA Division Director serves as the academic and operational leader of a fully online, accelerated undergraduate degree-completion program designed for adult learners with prior college credit. The Division Director is responsible for ensuring excellence across the student lifecycle, including curriculum design, instructional delivery, faculty leadership, student progression, retention, and program sustainability. Working closely with the Department Chair and other Division Directors, the Division Director plays a central role in scaling and continuously improving an AI-integrated undergraduate program, ensuring alignment with workforce needs, AUPHA undergraduate certification standards, and institutional priorities.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Healthcare Administration/Management, Business Administration/Management, Health Informatics, Public Health, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution, with appropriate graduate coursework in healthcare administration or management.
Evidence of successful teaching experience in online and/or accelerated undergraduate programs, particularly those serving adult or nontraditional learners.
Demonstrated experience integrating artificial intelligence or advanced digital tools into teaching, learning activities, or curriculum design, with an emphasis on applied and ethical use.
Demonstrated experience supporting program growth, student retention, and academic progression in online or degree-completion programs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AUPHA undergraduate content areas, curriculum alignment, and/or program certification processes.
Experience leading or coordinating undergraduate degree-completion programs.
Experience mentoring faculty in online, accelerated, or AI-enhanced teaching environments.
Active engagement in professional organizations (e.g., AUPHA, ACHE, HIMSS, or related associations).

Responsibilities

Online Program Operations & Student Lifecycle Management - Provide leadership for the full undergraduate student lifecycle, including onboarding, academic progression, retention monitoring, and degree completion.
Use data and analytics to monitor persistence, course success, and retention trends, implementing evidence-based interventions to support student success.
Collaborate with student services, advising, and enrollment partners to support continuous intake across multiple annual start terms.
Curriculum Innovation & AI-Integrated Pedagogy - Lead ongoing curriculum continuous improvement for a fully online, accelerated degree-completion program.
Ensure intentional and ethical integration of artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools across curricular activities, assessments, and applied learning experiences.
Support faculty in implementing AI-informed instructional strategies aligned with workforce expectations and responsible AI use.
Scaling, Growth, & Strategic Leadership - Contribute to strategic enrollment growth while maintaining instructional quality and student support capacity.
Partner with departmental and college leadership on faculty capacity planning, course scheduling, and resource allocation.
Represent the BS-AHIA program internally and externally to strengthen visibility, employer engagement, and program reputation.
Faculty Leadership, Assessment, & Accreditation Alignment - Mentor and support BS-AHIA faculty, fostering consistency in instructional quality, assessment practices, and student engagement.
Lead program-level assessment, continuous improvement, and alignment with AUPHA undergraduate content areas and certification standards.
Serve as a liaison between the program, departmental leadership, and institutional stakeholders.