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Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program Join to apply for the Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program role at Morehouse School of Medicine Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program role at Morehouse School of Medicine Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Summary The Assistant Professor (Series II) & Program Director for the Midwifery Program at MSM provides strategic leadership and comprehensive administration of the Midwifery Program. This role encompasses curriculum development, faculty recruitment and evaluation, student advisement, and ensures rigorous compliance with accreditation standards. The Program Director oversees daily operations, promotes program excellence, and fosters strategic partnerships to advance MSMs mission of health equity. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position within the Division of Graduate Education Nursing, encompassing teaching, clinical practice, service, and scholarship responsibilities. MSM utilizes time and effort certification to document all professional faculty contributions. Program Directors maintain a 3-3-2 teaching load (3 courses in Fall and Spring semesters, 2 courses in Summer semester). This position requires full-time, on-site presence and does not offer hybrid or remote work arrangements. Minimum Qualifications Education & Licensure Earned doctoral degree ( DNP , PhD, or EdD) from an accredited institution of higher education Active, unencumbered Georgia RN and midwifery license Current national AMCB (American Midwifery Certification Board) certification Holds or is eligible for DEA licensure Professional Experience Minimum five years of full-time equivalent CNM clinical experience Experience in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development and program administration Demonstrated commitment to health equity and caring for underserved populations Preferred QualificationsExperience in nursing education, particularly at the graduate level and/or masters level RN entry programs (highly desirable) Description of Job Duty Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Administration Serve as the administrative leader of the midwifery program with comprehensive oversight of all program aspects Develop and manage midwifery program curriculum in alignment with MSMs mission and ACME , CCNE , AACN standards Provide leadership for didactic, clinical, and simulation curriculum components Manage program administration, including faculty workload assignments and course scheduling, in consultation with the Chair and Senior Associate Dean Participate in budgeting processes and monitor program-specific budget allocations Curriculum & Educational Excellence Lead faculty collaboration in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation Utilize course and program evaluation results for continuous and systematic program improvement Teach didactic and clinical courses, including collaborative oversight of DNP projects Provide direct patient care and precept nurse-midwifery students per faculty workload agreements Faculty & Student Development Recruit, evaluate, and support faculty and staff members Oversee comprehensive student recruitment, advisement, and progression initiatives Engage faculty in activities related to student recruitment, admission, retention, and progression Compliance & Accreditation Ensure program compliance with accreditation standards and national regulations Manage annual program reports, website content, and published materials Oversee program-specific continuous review and evaluation processes Prepare for self-studies and accreditation site visits Maintain compliance with state and national regulatory requirements External Relations & Partnerships Collaborate with stakeholders to promote and enhance program visibility and impact Foster strategic partnerships that advance the programs mission and goals Knowledge & Expertise Current knowledge of CNM practice and related professional issues Current knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements for nurse-midwifery and RN educational programs Essential Skills & Certifications Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work full-time in person Current Basic Life Support ( BLS ) and Healthcare Provider certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS ) certification recommended Position Summary : The Assistant Professor (Series II) & Program Director for the Midwifery Program at MSM is responsible for the strategic leadership and administration of the Midwifery Program. This role encompasses curriculum development, faculty recruitment and evaluation, student advisement, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. The Program Director will also oversee day-to-day operations, promote the program, and foster partnerships to advance the mission of health equity. This is a full-time, 12-month position in the Division of Graduate Education Nursing. MSM employs time and effort certification to account for the professional effort of all faculty. Program directors are responsible for a 3-3-2 teaching load (3 courses in Fall and Spring and 2 courses in Summer). This is a faculty position with teaching, practice, service, and scholarship responsibilities. This is an in-person position, not hybrid. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage the Midwifery Program curriculum in alignment with MSMs mission and ACME , CCNE , and AACN standards. Provide leadership and oversight of all aspects of the midwifery program, including but not limited to didactic, clinical, and simulation curriculum, national accreditation, compliance with state and national regulations, and evaluation. Serve as the administrative lead of the midwifery program Recruit, evaluate, and support faculty and staff members. Oversee student recruitment, advisement, and progression. Ensure program compliance with accreditation standards, including annual program reports, website and published materials, program-specific continuous review and evaluation, preparation of self-study, and site visits. Leads faculty collaboration in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula. Participates in the budgeting process and monitors program-specific budget. Uses course and program evaluation results for continuous and systematic program improvement. Manages program administration, including faculty workload assignments and course scheduling in consultation with the Chair, other program directors, and the Sr Associate Dean, Chief of Clinical & Academic Education. Engages faculty in activities related to recruitment, admission, retention, and progression of students. Collaborate with stakeholders to promote and enhance the program. Teaching didactic and clinical courses, including collaborative oversight of DNP projects. Provide direct patient care and precept nurse-midwifery students as per faculty workload agreements. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Morehouse School of Medicine by 2x Get notified about new Assistant Professor jobs in Atlanta Metropolitan Area. 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