Assistant/Associate Professor (Division of Public Health)

Texas A&M University System•Prairie View, TX

20d

About The Position

The School of Public and Allied Health at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Division of Public Health. The successful candidate will join a growing team preparing students for careers in public health. The position includes teaching, research, student advising and mentoring, leadership and management of field education, and service to the division, school, university, profession, and community. The candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Public Health and related disciplines, develop courses and instructional materials, use technology-enhanced and online teaching strategies, and supervise student projects, internships, and independent studies. The role also includes maintaining an active research agenda, pursuing funding, collaborating on research, and supporting students’ academic and professional development. The faculty member will contribute to program assessment, accreditation, curriculum development, committees, professional activities, community outreach, and partnerships that promote health parity and allied health initiatives. Salary is commensurate with education and experience within the assigned salary range. The position is tenure-track and will remain open until filled. All positions are security-sensitive and require a criminal history investigation; employment is contingent on credential verification and completion of the background check.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., DrPH, or equivalent) in Public Health, Global Health, Health Promotion, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
Evidence of effective college- or university-level teaching experience.
Demonstrated scholarly potential, including peer-reviewed publications or a clear research agenda.
Experience in student mentoring, advising, or supervision.
Strong knowledge of social and behavioral science, epidemiology, health promotion, or related disciplines.
Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to varied learners.
Skills in research methodology, data analysis, and scholarly writing.
Ability to mentor and advise students from different academic backgrounds.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to balance teaching, research, and service.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams.
Commitment to ethical conduct, professional integrity, and lifelong learning.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of field practice experience.
Knowledge of CEPH accreditation standards and course alignment guidelines.
Experience with curriculum development and program assessment in CEPH-accredited programs.
Strong knowledge of public health, health promotion and education, or related disciplines.
Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction across face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with various learners.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and with external community partners.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Commitment to ethical conduct, professional integrity, and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Public Health and related disciplines.
Develop courses and instructional materials aligned with program needs.
Use innovative teaching strategies, including technology-enhanced and online learning.
Supervise student projects, internships, and independent studies.
Establish and maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications.
Pursue internal and external grants and funding opportunities for scholarly activities.
Collaborate on research within the School of Public and Allied Health and across disciplines.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in academic planning, research, and professional development.
Support experiential learning opportunities, including research, community engagement, and study abroad.
Participate in program assessment, accreditation activities, and curriculum development.
Serve on division, school, and university committees.
Engage in professional service, including memberships, conference presentations, and editorial or reviewer roles.
Contribute to community outreach and partnerships that promote health parity and allied health initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.