Health Science Faculty

Perform all of the essential functions as identified below. Manage all elements of health support academic programs or disciplines, including enrollment management, program administration, and human resource management ensuring coordination with academic and non-academic departments. Fully supports the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives.
Customer Service Overriding Expectation: Demonstrate a strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving and desire to identify and support student success. Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported.

Major responsibilities:

INSTRUCTION:

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives.

• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials.

• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and/or other documentation as required.

• Maintain a safe, quality classroom/lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance.

• Coordination of all anatomy and physiology course offerings in all delivery formats within the region.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

• Participates in professional development or other activities that may include in-services, courses, or seminars to advance instructional and technical skills as well as knowledge within the field of study.

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college's relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division.

• Participate in student recognition ceremonies.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT:

• Provide institutional support as expected by college administration that may include curriculum development, classroom management, accreditation efforts, committee and task force assignments, attendance at commencement or other activities that are college-wide or specific to the division/school of the faculty member.

ADVISING:

• Provide student advising support as expected by college administration that may include assistance during pre-and regular registration periods and during posted office hours.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT:

• Coordinate with Student Affairs and Marketing and Communications activities for student recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation and other promotional activities.

• Develop secondary and post-secondary linkages.

• Create course schedules conducive to student enrollment.

• Participate in job placement and alumni activities.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION:

• Coordinate related activities with other academic and non-academic departments.

• Maintain office hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in the Academic Policies and Procedures Manual (APPM).

• Coordinate advisory committee development and functions.

• Review and develop curriculum within statewide guidelines.

• Oversee classroom, lab, equipment, supplies, inventory, and maintenance.

• Develop long and short-range plans for program.

• Follow budgetary guidelines.

• Serve on curriculum committees directly related to the program.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:

• In coordination with Human Resources recruit, evaluate, and develop full-time and adjunct faculty. Review and respond to faculty and student issues.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in student recognition ceremonies. Maintain budget requirements.

Salary Range: $44,000 - $48,000 for a 9-month faculty contract

• Summer contracts are optional and issued separately

• Opportunities for overtime may be available based on course enrollment and availability.

Benefits Offered:

• No waiting period to enroll in benefits!

• Employer contribution to retirement plan.

• Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, identity theft protection, accidental injury and illness, and more!

• Paid time off: faculty release days, sick, volunteer, bereavement.

• Paid holidays: 9 paid holidays plus school breaks

• Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.

• Professional Development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

A qualified faculty member in Health Care Support is one who has:

• an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution with academic preparation appropriate to the course

• and/or specialty being taught and certification/licensure in a health care discipline involving provision of direct patient care.

• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.  

Preferred:

• 1-year of long-term care preferred. Dementia care certification preferred.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.