Associate Director Healthcare Administration - Dallas

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Associate Director of Healthcare Administration, Dallas

T. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences - Dallas Center

Director, Health Care Administration Program (Houston Campus)

The Healthcare Industry Liaison will serve as a strategic connector between Texas Woman’s University’s Health Care Administration (HCA) Program and the healthcare industry. Based at the Dallas campus, this individual will leverage their deep experience and network in healthcare to enhance the program’s engagement with healthcare organizations, support curriculum innovation, and expand opportunities for student internships, career pathways, and faculty‑industry collaboration.

This is a non‑tenure track administrative leadership role and does not require a doctoral degree or experience with CAHME accreditation processes.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare organizations in the Dallas‑Fort Worth region and beyond.
• Develop pipelines for student internships and career placements.
• Represent the HCA program at industry events, networking functions, and community initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for faculty to engage in applied research, કામગીરી, or project partnerships with healthcare industry stakeholders.
• Serve as the program’s primary liaison to external partners in the healthcare field.

• Collaborate with HCA faculty and matriz Director to develop and refine curriculum with industry input.
• Stay current with healthcare trends and workforce needs to ensure program relevance and innovation.
• Support planning and execution of professional development activities, immersion experiences, and employer engagement events.
• Facilitate the involvement of healthcare leaders in guest lectures, panel discussions, and mentorship activities.
• Teach face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online graduate courses in the HCA program (2–3 courses per semester).

• Work closely with students and alumni to expand access to career resources and networking opportunities.
• Guide students in preparing for professional success through industry insights, resume review, and career readiness initiatives.
• Partner with career services, alumni relations, and faculty to track outcomes and strengthen employer connections.

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a closely related field.
• Extensive professional experience and an active network within the healthcare industry.
• Demonstrated ability to build and gtk sustain relationships with healthcare executives, systems, providers, or associations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Passion for enhancing student success and supporting faculty engagement with industry.

• Prior experience working with graduate students or in an academic setting.
• Knowledge of healthcare workforce trends and leadership development pathways.
• Experience organizing professional development programs or external partnerships.

TWU’s CAHME‑accredited Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program enrolls over 440 graduate students across the Dallas and Houston campuses. Program offerings include a traditional MHA, multiple specialization tracks, and a dual MHA/MBA degree. The Dallas campus, located in the Southwestern Medical District, offers unparalleled access to leading healthcare systems and institutions.

Texas Woman’s University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages respect for differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate.

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