Assistant Teaching Professor in Health Sciences

The College of Health Sciences at the University of Missouri – Columbia (MU) seeks applicants for two, full-time non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor faculty positions in the Department of Health Sciences (DHS). Appointment for the position will begin August 1, 2024. Specialty areas desired include but are not limited to health care management, health policy, and leadership. Responsibilities will include teaching health sciences courses, development of new curriculum, and service to meet the Department/School/University missions.
 

Housed within the DHS, the Bachelor of Health Science in Health Sciences (BHS in HS) is one of the largest undergraduate degree programs at MU campus and offers a flexible, non-clinical curriculum designed to provide students a broad overview of health and health care, preparing them for both direct entrance into health-related careers or for graduate training in health professions. We are looking for candidates who will be passionate about working with interdisciplinary colleagues to prepare tomorrow’s health professionals with exemplary education. 

In addition to our undergrad offerings, the DHS is proud to offer a Master of Health Administration Degree, designed for those seeing leadership roles in health care management and policy. This program complements our mission to prepare health professionals for diverse and impactful careers.

Qualified candidates will have earned a doctorate level degree prior to appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on their:

• teaching experience with both in person and online class formats
• ability to teach core courses in the department
• ability to develop new courses to prepare undergraduate students
   

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Applications must be submitted on-line through the University of Missouri website along with curriculum vita and cover letter at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 50965).

Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Jenna Wintemberg at [email protected] , with any questions about the position.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The MU College of Health Sciences (CHS) is the University of Missouri system’s only school of health professions and the state’s only public health program located on a health sciences campus. Its mission is to improve the health and well-being of others. Every day, CHS faculty, staff, and students work towards changing lives through the integration of teaching, service and discovery. https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/  

With programs in rehabilitation, diagnostic and imaging sciences, public health. and social work, graduates of CHS fill critical roles in health care. The school is comprised of eight departments and 14 disciplines, each with their own specialized accreditation processes. The school also hosts a satellite program of the University of Missouri-Kansas City College of Pharmacy.

Health professions account for more than 60 percent of the total U.S. health care workforce. Jobs in health professions are projected to grow at least through 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The school is an important member of the University of Missouri Health System. Other members include the Sinclair School of Nursing, the School of Medicine, University Hospitals and Clinics and University Physicians.
 

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits . 

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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