Description

Position Description

 The Naveen Jindal School of Management is seeking a non-tenure track Clinical Professor/Professor of Practice and Program Director to lead the Alliance for Physician Leadership (APL) program, a nationally recognized Healthcare Leadership & Management Executive MS/MBA exclusively for physician leaders.  The program’s over 750 physician graduates currently occupy senior healthcare leadership roles throughout the United States.  APL also offers healthcare certificate programs in partnership with healthcare systems for their emerging physician leaders. Appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate or full Professor rank, depending on experience.

 The Program Director’s role will be to collaborate with healthcare system leaders to assure program alignment with industry needs. The role collaborates on recruitment and selection of physicians and preservation of the program’s strong, supportive culture. The incumbent will also be expected to play an active role in program design and teaching; assuring program quality and financial success; coaching and mentoring aspiring physician leaders; recruiting and retaining appropriate faculty; and managing program staff. Extensive experience in healthcare leadership and operations and familiarity with current physician leadership issues are essential for this role.

 The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graduate classes in Healthcare Administration. Curriculum oversight and ensuring that AACSB, university and school requirements are achieved, contributing assessment information and data as requested with an emphasis in sustainable practices.

 The preferred starting date is November 2026, teaching duties commence for the spring 2027 semester.

Application Instructions

 Applicants should upload the following via the online application.  

• Full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
• Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

 Priority will be given to completed applications received by September 14, 2026. Reviews will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on September 30, 2026.

The Department 
The UT Dallas Executive Education area focuses on the education of working professionals through specialized corporate programs or certificate and degree options, including Executive MBA and Executive MS options.  Degree emphasis and certificate topics include global marketing, healthcare, leadership, organizational consulting, project management, strategy, strategic human resources, and supply chain. Corporate programs are typically customized to meet the needs of the client.  
 
The Naveen Jindal School of Management
The Naveen Jindal School of Management has become a national and international leader in research and education since its own entrepreneurial beginning in 1975. Over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in the Jindal School, the largest and fastest-growing school at UT Dallas. With over 30 programs, we boast a diverse faculty and student body that provide an inclusive fusion of cultures and experiences.

The University and Community
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer 160 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, plus undergraduate and graduate certificates. Our student body is around 30,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of perspectives and experiences. Over 60% of our undergraduate students receive some form of need- or merit-based financial aid, and 62% of graduating seniors have no student debt compared to 49% in all Texas publics and 51% in all national publics
Under the dynamic leadership of President Prabhas V. Moghe, UT Dallas is charting a path built on three strategic pillars – student success, academic and research convergence, and external impact. Guided by the Roadmap 2030 plan, UT Dallas will accelerate its upward trajectory to become a university of even greater impact and distinction.
UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. Our mission centers on providing Texas and the nation with excellent and innovative education and research. The University’s rapid growth is fueled by our creative and enterprising spirt, bright students, innovative programs, renowned faculty, dedicated staff, engaged alumni, and research that matters.
Situated in Richardson, Texas, the University’s location offers abundant professional development and entertainment options. The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex is rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails, and much more, ensuring there’s something for everyone. The University’s partnerships with regional higher education institutions, local school districts, numerous companies, and the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ) – a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities – promotes collaboration, professional growth, and educational excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Requirements

Qualifications

 Minimum Education and Experience: A MS or equivalent in Healthcare Administration, Medical Management or a related discipline is required prior to employment. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

Preferred Education and Experience: PhD, MD or DO in Healthcare Administration, Medical Management or a related field. Substantial industry experience (at least five to ten years) in healthcare administration and familiarity with current physician leadership issues is strongly preferred and will weigh heavily in the review process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence
• Prepare and teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested
• Mentor and/or advise undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints
• Teach specified number of classes each academic year
• Candidates are expected to maintain the AACSB classification that they are hired under

For full job posting and to apply, please see https://jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/32549