Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program

Posting Details

Position Details

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nations leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. Its also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrows leaders.

We exist to:

Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;

Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;

Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, were leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number ACAD505 Job Title Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program Position Title Assistant Professor & Program Director, Midwifery Program Position Type Faculty Number of vacancies 1 Salary Commensurate with experience Department Nursing 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 Qualifications

• Experience in nursing education, particularly at the graduate level and/or masters level RN entry programs (highly desirable)

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/23252 EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

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.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSMs Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you hold a doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or EdD) from a regionally or nationally accredited institution of higher education?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe previous professional experience as a nurse in an educational organization inclusive, of the setting and time period.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have a current national AMCB certification?

• Yes, I hold an active national AMCB certification

• No, I do not I hold an active national AMCB certification

• • Years of FTE CNM clinical experience

• I have 5 years or more of FTE CNM clinical experience

• I have 4 years of FTE CNM clinical experience

• I have 3 years or less FTE CNM clinical experience

• • What is your date of availability?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What is your salary expectation?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Professional License
• Federal DEA Registration

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3