UNIV - PT MHA Hybrid Temporary Instructor - Department of Healthcare Leadership and Management

Medical University of South Carolina

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

MUSC is a nationally-recognized academic health sciences center committed to excellence in teaching, research, and patient-care innovation. The MHA program prepares graduates for careers as healthcare administrators, executives, policy leaders, and other advanced roles in the healthcare industry. The hybrid MHA program emphasizes healthcare leadership, strategic management, health policy, healthcare finance, and organizational leadership through a blend of in-person instruction, interactive online learning activities, and experiential learning opportunities. The MHA program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). Small class sizes, strong faculty mentorship, and access to Charleston healthcare ecosystem make this program well-suited to full-time students and working professionals seeking to advance in healthcare leadership roles. The adjunct faculty for the hybrid MHA program will join a dynamic team that bridges academic rigor and real-world healthcare management practice, supporting learners as they move into roles that drive organizational excellence and strategic leadership in healthcare. We invite applications from qualified adjunct faculty to teach graduate-level courses in the MHA hybrid program. Adjunct faculty will engage in face-to-face instruction, assess and provide feedback to students, work with program leadership to ensure alignment with student learning outcomes and the overall program mission, and contribute to continuous program quality. Hybrid courses typically meet once per week, on Monday, to accommodate early career students and working professionals. Adjunct faculty are expected to be present on campus for scheduled class sessions and maintain virtual office hours as needed.

Requirements

Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate coursework must have earned a doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. Therefore, the minimum qualifications for this adjunct appointment are: Doctoral degree in Healthcare Administration/Management, Business Administration/Management (with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Healthcare Administration/Management), Health Services Management, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Evidence of successful teaching experience in a Healthcare Administration program in higher education.
Ability to be present on campus in Charleston, SC for weekly class sessions.
Alternatively, in rare cases where the terminal degree is lacking, a master degree in a relevant discipline plus a documented professional qualification may be considered, including:
At least 18 graduate semester hours in healthcare administration or related discipline; and
Significant professional experience (e.g., 5+ years) in healthcare administration, healthcare management, healthcare operations, strategic planning, healthcare finance, or related roles, and evidence of continuing professional development (certifications, publications, presentations, etc.) in the field.
Ability to be present on campus in Charleston, SC for weekly class sessions.
Applicants must submit the following documents for full consideration. Please ensure all required materials are attached to your application prior to submission.
1. Cover Letter addressing qualifications, innovative teaching and design strategies, instructional and assessment experiences, and commitment to student success
2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume detailing work history, with emphasis on related experiences and alignment with the position
3. Contact Information for Three Professional References (references will only be contacted after first-round interviews)

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in graduate programs
Demonstrated ability to facilitate engaging in-person classroom discussions and experiential learning activities
Experience teaching early career students or working professionals.
Active participation in professional organizations such as ACHE, MGMA, HFMA, or other relevant healthcare management associations
Professional certifications such as FACHE, CHFP, CPCS, CMPE, or equivalent
Experience in healthcare administration, healthcare operations, strategic planning, healthcare finance, health policy, or healthcare quality improvement in the Charleston or South Carolina region (strongly preferred)
Record of peer-reviewed publications or presentations in healthcare administration, health services research, or related fields
Ability to contribute to curriculum design, continuous quality improvement, accreditation compliance (CAHME), and student mentorship
Connection to Charleston-area healthcare organizations for networking and experiential learning opportunities

Responsibilities

Serve as an instructor for one or more MHA courses per academic year (typically 2-3 courses per year for adjunct status)
Deliver high-quality in-person instruction, including lectures, case discussions, experiential activities, assignment design, assessment, and feedback
Attend scheduled weekly class sessions on campus
Maintain office hours (virtual) and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
Monitor student engagement and performance; intervene or refer to program support as needed
Collaborate with the division director and other faculty to ensure course content is current, evidence-based, and aligned with student learning outcomes
Participate in faculty orientation/training for residential instruction; abide by university policies on academic integrity, accessibility, and teaching best practices
Engage in periodic program reviews and mentor students in assigned courses
Adjunct faculty may also serve as mentors or advisors for applied projects, supporting students through healthcare management analysis, writing, and professional development processes

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