Associate Professor (Tenured) or Professor (Tenured) - Division of Health Policy & Management

The Division of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, invites applications at the Associate Professor (with tenure) or Full Professor (with tenure) level. As a faculty member, the individual will actively contribute to the Division's missions of education, research, and community engagement through teaching and advising, engaging in research and the pursuit of sponsored funding, and through internal and external professional service activities. Notably, this individual will hold an administrative appointment to direct our highly-ranked MHA program. Key MHA program director responsibilities include:

1) Accountability for the MHA Program's strategic, operational, and financial performance, working closely with faculty, staff, and divisional leadership.
2) Oversee the MHA curriculum and competency framework, and work collaboratively with divisional leadership on instructional staffing of MHA courses
3) Facilitate mentorship and professional development activities for faculty and intermittent lecturers teaching MHA courses to promote pedagogical excellence and innovative curriculum delivery.
4) Lead the CAHME re-accreditation process
5) Supervise MHA-affiliated staff and intermittent lecturers
6) Address MHA student performance and academic misconduct issues
7) Represent the MHA program as a member of the HPM and SPH Education Policy Committees
8) Work with School of Public Health leaders to promote strong MHA alumni engagement and philanthropy
9) Demonstrate educational leadership and actively engage with industry leaders and peer programs (e.g., ACHE and AUPHA).

Qualifications

Associate Professor (tenured):
Required Qualifications
* PhD or other doctoral-level degree in one of the following disciplines or fields: health services research, healthcare administration, public policy and management, economics, sociology, law, medicine, public health, or business
* Demonstrated record of effective, innovative teaching and student advising
* Research and teaching focus in one or more areas: healthcare organizations and management, human resources, accounting, healthcare finance, or strategy
* Demonstrated scholarship in the form of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and dissemination of research, commensurate with experience
* Demonstrated record of success in competing for sponsored funding from government and/or private foundation sources, commensurate with experience
* Demonstrated record of service, including internal academic service as well as service to the profession
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal communication.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
* Interest in collaborating with others in a multi-disciplinary research and teaching environment

Preferred Qualifications
* Academic program or departmental leadership experience
* Demonstration of on-going commitment to pedagogical training and/or inclusive teaching practices
* Engagement with healthcare delivery and financing organizations related to their area of expertise

Full Professor (tenured):
Required Qualifications
* PhD or other doctoral-level degree in one of the following disciplines or fields: health services research, healthcare administration, public policy and management, economics, sociology, law, medicine, public health, or business
* Demonstrated record of effective, innovative teaching and student advising
* Academic program or departmental leadership experience
* Research and teaching focus in one or more areas: healthcare organizations and management, human resources, accounting, healthcare finance, or strategy
* Demonstrated scholarship in the form of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and dissemination of research, commensurate with experience
* Demonstrated record of success in competing for sponsored funding from government and/or private foundation sources, commensurate with experience
* Demonstrated record of service, including internal academic service as well as service to the profession
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal communication.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
* Interest in collaborating with others in a multi-disciplinary research and teaching environment

Preferred Qualifications
* Demonstration of on-going commitment to pedagogical training and/or inclusive teaching practices
* Engagement with healthcare delivery and financing organizations related to area of expertise

Applicants must have the ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of the VISA category while in the United States.

The Division of Health Policy and Management includes a multi-disciplinary faculty and academic staff of more than 40 persons. We house eight research centers with more than 100 staff, including centers aligned with the areas of expertise we are seeking. The Division has four active teaching programs with a combined enrollment of over 250 students, including a highly ranked Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program with residential and executive tracks; a Master of Public Health (MPH) program in Public Health Administration and Policy (residential, distance, and executive tracks) as well as MS and PhD programs in Health Services Research, Policy, and Administration. The Division is one of four in the School of Public Health. It enjoys close working relations with healthcare delivery and financing organizations locally and across the country, as well as governmental agencies at the local, state and national levels. Information about the Division is available at: https://www.sph.umn.edu/academics/divisions/hpm.

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health (SPH) is Minnesota's only school of public health committed to improving the health and well-being of communities worldwide. Through innovative research, learning, and concrete action, we tackle today's biggest health challenges. SPH includes four academic divisions: Biostatistics and Health Data Science, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology & Community Health, and Health Policy & Management.

Ranked nationally by the U.S. News & World Report as the #6 public school of public health, SPH is home to approximately 1,000 students. 130 faculty, and 400 staff across 25 internationally recognized centers. Our academic excellence is highlighted by our #3-ranked Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) and #9-ranked Biostatistics programs.

Pay Range: $150,000-$230,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Work arrangements: Hybrid

Time Appointment: 100%, 12 month-appointment beginning July/August 2026

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please go to the Interfolio job site https://apply.interfolio.com/175772 and follow the application instructions.

Your application must include:
* Curriculum vitae
* A cover letter that clearly indicates whether you wish to be considered for the Associate Professor (with tenure) or Full Professor (with tenure) rank. Please also describe your area of expertise and relevant experience with MHA programs.

Priority review of applications will begin on November 24, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.

Contact information: Search co-chairs: Janette Dill, dill0221@umn.edu; Peter Huckfeldt, huckfeld@umn.edu

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612)-624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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