Instructor of Practice

• Track: This is an associated faculty position, non-tenure.  

• Rank: Instructor of Practice 

• Language Requirements: English  

• Sponsorship not offered  

Performance Objectives   

• Update the master in Carmen Canvas  

• Prepare and deliver didactic and lab course material in conjunction with needs identified by the Division Director and the Program Director  

•  Meet regularly with the Division Director, faculty, students if needed, and other parties as required.     

• Attend faculty meetings  

• Conduct classes, laboratories and simulations as appropriate.   

• Undertake course management and administration of all assignments and examinations.  

Education and Experience Requirements  

Required: Bachelor’s Degree and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential; Experience in Respiratory Therapy, training, and mentoring students in a variety of courses and laboratories in Respiratory Therapy; Experience in lab and didactic teaching in Respiratory Therapy; Experience with the Canvas LMS.  

Desired: Administrative experience, teaching experience including a record of intentional teaching practice including (a) creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all learners, (b) using new techniques, activities and types of learning, (c) promoting diversity of thought, and (d) promoting open-minded exploration.   

How to Apply  

To be considered, please submit your application via Workday. Application materials must include:     

Required:  

• Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting.  

• Curriculum Vita (CV)  

• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals.  

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine   

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care.   

Division of Respiratory Therapy 

The Respiratory Therapy program teaches students aspects of Respiratory Care preparing them to serve as Registered Respiratory Therapists. Respiratory therapists are licensed healthcare professionals who provide testing, treatment and care to patients who have difficulty breathing. Our graduates are trained to work with the full spectrum of patients, from infants to the elderly. Therapists work in many different settings including intensive care units, emergency departments, diagnostic laboratories, clinics and the home. Ohio State’s all-inclusive curriculum has led to our graduates having excellent outcomes. In our more than 55-year history, we’ve seen virtually 100% job placement of those seeking employment upon graduation, with the majority obtaining leadership or titled positions.  

The University  

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. 

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. 

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. 

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community.  While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available.  More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.  

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies.  Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC. 

Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI. 

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.    

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the     rank of the position.