Lecturer

Maryland Connect

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Health Sciences in the College of Health Professions at Coppin State University is seeking a dedicated educator for a 12-month instructor position. The successful candidate will join the HSC instructional team, taking responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a curriculum designed for diverse learners. We are looking for candidates with expertise in healthcare delivery and the social/cultural factors impacting quality of life among marginalized populations. This role includes significant responsibilities in student advising, curriculum development, and institutional service.

Requirements

Doctorate (Ph.D, EdD, DrPH or related) in Health Sciences, Public Health, Exercise Science, Rehabilitation Sciences, or a closely related field. Master’s in a health sciences-related field with relevant professional or clinical experience (ABD candidates will be considered)
Experience communicating complex health information to diverse audiences (e.g., students, patients, trainees, community groups).
Strong team and collaboration skills
Interest in supporting students pursuing careers in health professions.
Experience communicating health-related concepts in academic, clinical, community, or professional settings.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to explain and apply health science concepts (e.g., disease processes, terminology, or health assessment) to undergraduate-level learners)
Familiarity with healthcare delivery systems. Healthcare structures, or patient care environments is preferred.
Ongoing maintenance of personal scholarship.
Assist the Department in strengthening its health sciences curriculum with teaching responsibilities that enhance allied health specializations.
Contribute to the Department’s core and elective curriculum for the major and general education offerings, as well as cross-disciplinary curricula.
Participate in Department duties, such as committee work, student advising, student recruitment, ongoing training in andragogy, and curriculum development.
Engage actively in the life and success of the Department and the College.
Must manage multiple tasks and set priorities independently.
Possess strong oral/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Evaluate and implement curriculum, teaching and advising traditional and non-traditional learners.
Integrating technology and alternative instruction delivery systems in the teaching-learning process.
Operate a personal computer and audio-visual equipment.
Stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time.
Fly or drive to off-site meetings or conferences or observe project subjects.
Move around campus for classes and meetings.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching or training experience (e.g., classroom instruction, clinical training, mentoring, or workshops) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate courses across various schedules (day, evening, weekend, and online).
Design and evaluate curriculum using innovative pedagogical methods and interactive platforms to engage adult learners.
Integrate simulation, case-based learning, and experiential activities into the curriculum.
Facilitate service-learning opportunities and community-engaged projects.
Participating in all School of Allied Health course team planning meetings and selected subcommittee within School of Allied Health and College of Health Professions; Participating actively in University, College, School and Community service and Activities.
Maintain ongoing scholarship and professional growth within health science disciplines.
Remain current on industry trends to strengthen allied health specializations.
Provide academic counseling and guidance to Health Sciences students and hold at minimum six (6) posted office hours per week on at least two different days.