Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Public Health

A Public Health faculty member develops and teaches undergraduate subject areas such as Community Health Assessment, Program Development, Implementation and Evaluation, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and other classes as assigned. Teaching responsibilities include 12 credits per semester, which may include online, hybrid, face-to-face, and live stream modalities, as well as evening and weekend classes. The faculty member participates in accreditation assessment processes and engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty provides service at the department, college, and university levels. 

• Instructs, manages and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities, including applied research, and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments. Other duties as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited institution with a Ph.D. in Public Health, Health Education, or a closely related academic field. Applicants who are ABD may be considered but will not be hired without evidence of a completed degree per minimum qualifications. Minimum of six months post-secondary teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES/MCHES) preferred. At least three years of related teaching, training, and/or industry experience, including involvement in health, professional organizations, and other related associations. Evidence of scholarly research.

Knowledge:

• Teaching experience or expertise in at least three of the following areas is desirable: public health programs and course content, current trends in public health, instructional strategies and techniques, curriculum development, and evaluation and assessment of instruction. 
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content pertinent to Public Health. 
• Knowledge of online teaching environments, such as Canvas or other course management systems.

• Interpersonal and written communication skills. 
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills. 
• Curriculum development skills. 
• Soft skills in maintaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. 
• Proficient in executing scholarly activities and contributing to service endeavors with a teaching focus that complements the Department of Public Health
• Specific interest in teaching introductory courses, potentially involving collaboration with Concurrent Enrollment instructors.

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. 
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. 
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum. 
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance. 
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas. 
• Ability to assist academic advisors, the department chairperson, and/or the program coordinators, faculty, department staff, and industry partners in maintaining effective programs.

EEO Statement:

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