Tenure Track, Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Community and Behavioral Health, Public Health Program

Available Title(s):

270-NN_FACULTY - Assistant Professor, 280-NN_FACULTY - Associate Professor

Business Title:

Tenure Track, Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Community and Behavioral Health, Public Health Program

Employee Type:

Faculty

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

Position Details:

The Department of Community and Behavioral Health (CBH), Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, Washington State University Health Sciences Spokane, WA invites applications for multiple permanent, full-time, tenure-track, 12-month annual Assistant or Associate Professor positions. The positions will begin in Summer/Fall 2024.

Position specific details:

These roles are a unique opportunity to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team across Washington State University in the establishment and ongoing implementation of a new Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program at WSU. Specifically, these faculty will be responsible, in collaboration with the Chair, for delivery and oversight of a Behavioral Health degree track in collaboration with faculty on the WSU Vancouver Campus.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Teaching upper-level undergraduate Public Health courses, with possible opportunities for graduate level and professional degree teaching;
• Developing of an independent research program in public health/behavioral health, including securing external funding;
• Providing service to the department, college, university, broader community, and their profession;
• Contributing to integral growth and success of public health education and research within the College and University.

We seek candidates whose research interests complement and enhance within the existing departmental strengths of Community and Behavioral Health , particularly in the areas of mental health epidemiology (e.g., addictions, severe mental illness, depression), chronic disease/disability (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, developmental disabilities), health economics/health policy, implementation science, and/or biostatistics and epidemiology. Successful candidates will pursue innovative and collaborative research related to the practice of public health, and establish an outstanding, externally funded research program.

Required Qualifications for All Candidates:

• Earned PhD in Public Health or other related discipline: or commensurate degree.
• Demonstrated record of, and commitment to, excellence in teaching
• Demonstrated record of, and commitment to, excellence in research
• Potential for external research funding
• Prior teaching experience and ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Commitment to serving the diverse population of Washington State.
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications

Required Qualifications for Candidates at Associate Professor Rank:

• Six years of experience at the assistant professor rank and demonstrated performance toward tenure expectations.
• Appointment to the rank of Associate will be contingent on meeting tenure expectations in the College of Medicine at Washington State University through the Faculty Annual Review (Faculty Manual Section 3.C.4  ) and Promotion and Tenure process (College of Medicine Tenure and Promotion Guidelines ).  
• Prior successful securing grant funding as a Principal Investigator (PI)
• Established independent program of research
• Track record of excellence in teaching

Preferred Qualifications for All Candidates:

• Experience teaching undergraduate public health courses
• Experience with curriculum development
• Subspecialty training in a behavioral health related field

As a department within the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine—a community-based medical school affiliated with a land-grant institution, we acknowledge the unfortunate truth that healthcare, academia, and research have not been immune from practices and policies that exacerbate the inequities deeply ingrained in our history and society. We also understand that we must be active in being part of the solution. Using our resources, platforms, and connections, we strive to reduce inequities and increase educational access in health care. This goal cannot be considered complete until all who teach, learn, work, and heal within the College experience belonging and are intrinsically valued.

This search aligns with the Department, College, and University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members as described in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice and Access Policy . Recognizing that Hispanic, Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

For inquiries, contact Naomi Chaytor, PhD, ABPP, Chair Department of Community and Behavioral Health, at [email protected].

Department Information: The Department of Community and Behavioral Health was established in 2021 as the academic home for interdisciplinary faculty investigating psychological, social, and societal factors that affect human health. CBH is committed to generating new knowledge, educating others, and using our work to improve the well-being of individuals and communities. By our policies, practices, and behavior, we create and maintain a diverse, inclusive, and equitable department committed to social justice in our university and broader communities. We recognize that the differences in our backgrounds and personal experiences help us better understand and address the complex health problems we study.

College: WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine prepares learners to take the lead in addressing community health care issues, especially in rural and underserved areas. Engaging in groundbreaking research that benefits communities across WA State and beyond, the College engages in diverse, life-changing work to build knowledge for a healthier world. 

Location: Spokane is home to over half-a-million residents in Eastern Washington.  It is known for outdoor recreation and high quality-of-life indices.  The climate is mild, 4-season high-desert with close-by access to winter mountain skiing, rivers and lakes, hiking/biking, and calendar-perfect summer days.  The campus is located in the downtown University District , just across the Spokane River from Gonzaga University.  Spokane, with its big city amenities and small city feel, is ranked among the most desirable places to live in the U.S.

Additional Information:

Area/College: Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
Department Name: Department of Community and Behavioral Health

City, State: Spokane, WA

Department Link: Department of Community and Behavioral Health

Annual Salary: This salary range is commensurate with qualifications, earned degree and rank determination.

Assistant Professor Rank: $110,000 - $137,500

Associate Professor Rank: $137,500 - $170,000

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf .

Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .

Overtime Eligibility: Ineligible for overtime

FTE: 100%

Temporary/Permanent: This is a Permanent Tenure track position.

Screening information: For full consideration during the initial application review, electronic applications must be received by June 2, 2024 at 11:59pm. Screening of applications will begin on May 6, 2024. This recruitment is open to accept applications until filled.

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application:
- CV/Resume
- Letter of Application/Cover Letter
- Contact information for professional references

-Research Statement (1 page)

-Teaching Statement (1 page)

-Contributions to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access and Sovereignty (1 page)

External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Application Documents” section of your application.

Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Application Documents” section of your application.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. 

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .