830730-Director of Program Operations, Global Health Program

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced global health professional to co-direct the College of Medicine’s global health initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing programmatic, development, and operational aspects of QCOM’s global health program.  The role includes strategic plan implementation, health systems strengthening, university-wide engagement, international travel, and site partner stewardship, program systems development, enhancing scholarly endeavors, and expanding global health program opportunities and impact. Additionally, the Co-Directors will oversee and manage the global health program staff. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of global health issues and program implementation.
• Experience working in academia, research institutions, or non-profit organizations.
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a health-related field
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in low-income countries on global health initiatives, programs, and systems strengthening. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of global health issues and program implementation.
• Experience working in academia, research institutions or non-profit organizations.
• Familiarity with university policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

• Job Family – Medical Academic Management 3

• Market Range – 14

• For information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits.

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

• Documents need to apply: Cover Letter, CV/Resume and unofficial copy of transcripts.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.