The School of Public, Nonprofit, & Health Administration (SPNHA) at Grand Valley State University invites applicants for a tenure track assistant professor position in Health Administration beginning August 2012. Applicants should have doctorate from an accredited institution by August 2012 in health administration, health policy, public health or a related discipline. ABD's within a year of completion are encouraged to apply. The field of specialization is open with preference for expertise in health management, quality management and health information systems. The successful candidate must bring a demonstrable potential for excellence in graduate teaching, scholarship, and enthusiasm for community-based service.
Based in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, the 13-member SPNHA faculty serves over 500 graduate and undergraduate students studying public, nonprofit, and health administration. The Master of Health Administration currently enrolls about 50 students. Other SPNHA offerings include a NASPAA-accredited MPA program, a graduate certificate in nonprofit leadership, an undergraduate major in public and nonprofit administration, and undergraduate minors in both public administration and nonprofit management. The opportunity for inter-professional interactions exists with the Kirkhof College of Nursing, the Seidman College of Business and the College of Health Professions.
Grand Valley State University is a comprehensive regional university serving the Grand Rapids-Muskegon-Holland region, the state's second largest metropolitan area with a population of 1.1 million, a dynamic business environment, and a rich cultural life. GVSU offers 27 graduate programs and over 60 undergraduate programs that attract over 24,000 students. Grand Valley boasts both downtown and rural campus settings, beautiful and modern facilities, and a vibrant campus life. The university has been selected by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top master's degree granting universities in the Midwest and by Princeton Review as a "best college."
Apply online at www.gvsujobs.org. Include a letter of application, updated curriculum vitae, and a one-page research agenda. The online system will allow you to attach these items electronically. Send three letters of reference, transcripts, the most recent teaching evaluations (and any other evidence of teaching excellence), and an example of a recently published article or a dissertation chapter to the Search Committee Chair, Greg Cline, 226C DeVos Center, School of Public, Nonprofit, & Health Administration, 401 W. Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Review of applications will begin November 14, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive. If you have questions about the position or nominations for the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair at clinegr@gvsu.edu.