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Associate Provost, St. Luke''''s College of Health Sciences

    Highlights

    Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Supports all areas of Academic Affairs, with a particular emphasis on assessment, institutional research, and faculty development as well as provide leadership for pedagogical/andragogical development of full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBethlehem, PA
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees

    Description

    St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

    The Associate Provost for Academic Affairs will provide leadership and administrative support for programs and learning services across academic divisions of St. Luke''s College of Health Sciences. Supports all areas of Academic Affairs, with a particular emphasis on assessment, institutional research, and faculty development as well as provide leadership for pedagogical/andragogical development of full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty.

    JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Serve as advisor and delegate to the President/Provost, providing leadership in executing the College's academic mission and priorities.

    • Act on behalf of the President/Provost in their absence or as otherwise assigned, representing Academic Affairs in internal and external forums.

    • Collaborate with Program Directors to advance academic excellence across programs.

    • Provide leadership in academic policy development and ensure compliance with institutional standards and accreditation requirements.

    • Administer the distribution and processing of semester student course evaluations.

    • Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies related to academic affairs.

    • Coordinate academic program review and assessment processes to drive continuous improvement.

    • Lead institutional research and assessment functions, ensuring excellence in institutional data, analytics, and evidence-based academic practices.

    • Partner with the President/Provost to oversee faculty hiring, development, and evaluation processes.

    EDUCATION:

    Earned doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution.

    TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

    A demonstrated history of progressive academic administrative leadership in higher education. Prior experience chairing a committee, department, or comparable academic body. Expertise in academic planning, program development, and accreditation processes. Proven ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively across diverse constituencies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and data clearly. A demonstrated track record of resolving complex academic and administrative challenges.

    Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

    St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    About Company

    St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.

    The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:

    • More than 80 owned physician-practice sites
    • 300 employed primary care/specialist physicians
    • Various outpatient testing and service facilities
    • Home health
    • Hospice services (inpatient and outpatient)
    • Largest ambulance provider in Bucks County and second largest in Lehigh County
    • Other related organizations
    • 57,500+ annual admissions
    • 195,000 annual emergency room visits
    • 1,325 physicians on the Medical Staff (96 percent board-certified)
    • 8,600+ employees
    • More than 1,350 volunteers

    Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:

    • Level 1 Adult Trauma Center: fully accredited by Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation; 2,400+ annual trauma cases; St. Luke's 1.75 percent mortality rate represents top decile performance, significantly better than peer group as measured by National Trauma Data Bank of the American College of Surgeons; aeromedical transport services
    • Oncology: first and only cancer program in Pennsylvania to receive American College of Surgeons' highest quality recognition for three consecutive years; only Pennsylvania program to receive award in 2010; region's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologists; advanced programs for melanoma (internationally recognized melanoma investigator), lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancers and tumors of the brain and spine
    • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery: multiple-year recipient of highest rating for cardiac bypass surgery, represents top decile performance achieved by only 10 percent of U.S. hospitals (Society for Thoracic Surgery); region's first Joint Commission certified Heart Failure Program; comprehensive surgical services excluding heart transplants
    • Neuroscience: accredited Stroke Center; additional Centers of Excellence include: Balance Center, Headache Center, Memory Disorders Center, Multiple Sclerosis Center, Sleep Disorders Center
    • Orthopaedics: advanced expertise in total joint replacement and reconstruction, computer-assisted minimally invasive surgery, primary and reconstructive surgery of the spine, sports injuries, diseases and conditions of the hand and elbow, traumatic injuries
    • Women's/Children's Health: high-risk pregnancy; the region’s busiest obstetrical service; two neonatal intensive care units; pediatric specialty care provided by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
    • Robotic/Minimally Invasive Surgery: one of the nation's most experienced robotic surgical teams
    • Radiology: designated international General Electric Healthcare Show Site for imaging technology; designated Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology
    • Bariatric Surgery: designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Surgical Review Corporation

    St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:

    Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.

    Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.

    Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.

    Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.

    Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.

    Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.

    The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

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