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Working Title:

Program Director and Assistant Professor, Applied Clinical Research

Institution:

St. Cloud State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

St. Cloud

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$64,066.00 - $186,015.00

Position closes on July 9th with candidate review beginning on June 23rd

Job Description

The successful candidate will be effective in the recruitment and retention of students and the development of partnerships with industry and other educational institutions. Additional responsibilities of this faculty position are listed below which will include teaching graduate courses. Course delivery may include face-to-face, online, and hybrid approaches based on student needs.

+ Develop and manage approved program coursework required to obtain professional competencies in the area of clinical research for medical products, including the overall flow and completeness of the program.

+ Lead periodic review of Applied Clinical Research curriculum, recommend and obtain approval of curriculum changes.

+ Oversee the development and implementation of online clinical research courses.

+ Teach and provide leadership in the identification and recruitment of working professionals as instructors that will develop, deliver and update program coursework.

+ Maintain the program’s accreditation by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

+ Prepare and manage marketing materials in support of the MedTech programs.

+ Coordinate and lead recruitment activities for new students including company meetings, information sessions and other activities as deemed appropriate.

+ Serve as a faculty advisor for students.

+ Serve as ex officio member of external advisory board.

+ Serve as chair of admissions committee for the Applied Clinical Research program applicants.

+ Report on program activities to the Dean of the College of Science and Engineering.

+ Coordinate and oversee culminating experiences and internships/work experiences for students in the program.

+ Engage medical device companies and research institutions to participate in annual career fair and networking events.

+ Perform in accord with the IFO MinnState Master Agreement https://static1.squarespace.com/static/59304e9ad2b85773b3fbdf63/t/659cb822a165fe70f6ee6a13/1704769574055/Final+--+2023-2025+IFO+Contract%5B22%5D.pdf aligned with the five professional development plan criteria: demonstrated ability to teach effectively and/or perform effectively in other current assignments, scholarly or creative achievement or research, evidence of continuing preparation and study, contribution to student growth and development, and service to the university and community.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Significant experience working in clinical research for a medical product manufacturer, research institution, or Food & Drug Administration with increasing responsibility to at least a senior management position.

+ Master’s degree in applicable discipline with direct experience in medical device and pharmaceutical clinical research **or** Bachelor’s degree in the applicable discipline plus significant progressive leadership of management experience in a clinical research profession.

+ Demonstrated collaborative management style.

+ Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualification

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

+ Strong organizational skills

+ Evidence of ability to lead a team oriented approach to development, delivery and assessment of curriculum

+ Evidence of current professional intellectual involvement as demonstrated by public speaking or publication in relevant journals

+ Doctoral degree

+ Prior undergraduate or graduate-level faculty appointment including experience with online course delivery

+ Evidence of personnel management experience

+ Potential for successful collaborative and/or interdisciplinary work in the MedTech Programs.

Required Documents (Upload at Time of Application)

+ Resume/CV

+ Cover Letter

+ Three (3) professional references

+ Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of employment)

Position Information

Appointment Type: Fixed Term Non-Probationary (FTNP) 9 month appointment

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s **It’s** **Time** strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the **Minnesota State** **system’s** **Equity 2030 initiative** . SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

07-01-2025

Position End Date:

06-30-2026

Open Date:

06-09-2025

Close Date:

07-09-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Renee Denise Bertram

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]