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Job Description Summary

MUSC is a nationally-recognized academic health sciences center committed to excellence in teaching, research, and patient-care innovation. The MHA program prepares graduates for careers as healthcare administrators, executives, policy leaders, and other advanced roles in the healthcare industry.
The hybrid MHA program emphasizes healthcare leadership, strategic management, health policy, healthcare finance, and organizational leadership through a blend of in-person instruction, interactive online learning activities, and experiential learning opportunities.
The MHA program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). Small class sizes, strong faculty mentorship, and access to Charleston healthcare ecosystem make this program well-suited to full-time students and working professionals seeking to advance in healthcare leadership roles. The adjunct faculty for the hybrid MHA program will join a dynamic team that bridges academic rigor and real-world healthcare management practice, supporting learners as they move into roles that drive organizational excellence and strategic leadership in healthcare.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Temporary

Cost Center

CC000225 CHP - MHA Residential

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

3.2

Work Shift

Job Description

We invite applications from qualified adjunct faculty to teach graduate-level courses in the MHA hybrid program. Adjunct faculty will engage in face-to-face instruction, assess and provide feedback to students, work with program leadership to ensure alignment with student learning outcomes and the overall program mission, and contribute to continuous program quality.

Hybrid courses typically meet once per week, on Monday, to accommodate early career students and working professionals. Adjunct faculty are expected to be present on campus for scheduled class sessions and maintain virtual office hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as an instructor for one or more MHA courses per academic year (typically 2-3 courses per year for adjunct status)

• Deliver high-quality in-person instruction, including lectures, case discussions, experiential activities, assignment design, assessment, and feedback

• Attend scheduled weekly class sessions on campus Maintain office hours (virtual) and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner

• Monitor student engagement and performance; intervene or refer to program support as needed

• Collaborate with the division director and other faculty to ensure course content is current, evidence-based, and aligned with student learning outcomes

• Participate in faculty orientation/training for residential instruction; abide by university policies on academic integrity, accessibility, and teaching best practices

• Engage in periodic program reviews and mentor students in assigned courses

• Adjunct faculty may also serve as mentors or advisors for applied projects, supporting students through healthcare management analysis, writing, and professional development processes

Required Qualifications:

Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate coursework must have earned a doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. Therefore, the minimum qualifications for this adjunct appointment are:

• Doctoral degree in Healthcare Administration/Management, Business Administration/Management (with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Healthcare Administration/Management), Health Services Management, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.

• Evidence of successful teaching experience in a Healthcare Administration program in higher education.

• Ability to be present on campus in Charleston, SC for weekly class sessions.

Alternatively, in rare cases where the terminal degree is lacking, a master degree in a relevant discipline plus a documented professional qualification may be considered, including:

• At least 18 graduate semester hours in healthcare administration or related discipline; and

• Significant professional experience (e.g., 5+ years) in healthcare administration, healthcare management, healthcare operations, strategic planning, healthcare finance, or related roles, and evidence of continuing professional development (certifications, publications, presentations, etc.) in the field.

• Ability to be present on campus in Charleston, SC for weekly class sessions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in graduate programs

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate engaging in-person classroom discussions and experiential learning activities

• Experience teaching early career students or working professionals. Active participation in professional organizations such as ACHE, MGMA, HFMA, or other relevant healthcare management associations

• Professional certifications such as FACHE, CHFP, CPCS, CMPE, or equivalent

• Experience in healthcare administration, healthcare operations, strategic planning, healthcare finance, health policy, or healthcare quality improvement in the Charleston or South Carolina region (strongly preferred)

• Record of peer-reviewed publications or presentations in healthcare administration, health services research, or related fields

• Ability to contribute to curriculum design, continuous quality improvement, accreditation compliance (CAHME), and student mentorship

• Connection to Charleston-area healthcare organizations for networking and experiential learning opportunities

Required Materials:

Applicants must submit the following documents for full consideration. Please ensure all required materials are attached to your application prior to submission.

1. Cover Letter addressing qualifications, innovative teaching and design strategies, instructional and assessment experiences, and commitment to student success

2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume detailing work history, with emphasis on related experiences and alignment with the position

3. Contact Information for Three Professional References (references will only be contacted after first-round interviews)

At MUSC, remote positions may be filled by candidates residing in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Note: Candidatesresidingin Hawaii, Indiana, Louisiana, New Jersey, New Mexico, or West Virginia may be considered on a case-by-case basis with institutional approval. Remote positions are not available in U.S. territories or international locations.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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