Faculty and Doctor of Public Health Program Director

Mercer University•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Health Professions at Mercer University invites applications for a full-time Faculty member and Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Program Director in the Department of Public Health. This leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, administration, and continuous improvement of the DrPH program with an emphasis on social epidemiology and health equity, while contributing to teaching, scholarship, and service within the department. The DrPH Program Director will lead a forward-thinking program designed to prepare public health leaders to address structural determinants of health, advance health equity, and translate research into practice. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track position based on the Atlanta campus. The Department of Public Health is part of a progressive and innovative College that emphasizes evidence-based and integrative approaches to health, as well as interprofessional collaboration with programs including Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Clinical Psychology, Athletic Training, Kinesiology, and Occupational Therapy.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (DrPH or PhD) in Public Health or a related field is required
Demonstrated experience in public health practice and/or applied research
Experience with academic program leadership, curriculum development, or academic administration
Prior teaching experience at the graduate or doctoral level and doctoral mentorship
Record of peer-reviewed scholarly activity
Strong understanding of CEPH accreditation standards and processes
Evidence of leadership and collaboration

Nice To Haves

Candidates with a degree from a CEPH-accredited program/school are preferred

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the DrPH program
Oversee curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure academic quality and relevance
Ensure program alignment with accreditation standards (e.g., CEPH) and lead accreditation-related activities
Manage program assessment, student learning outcomes, and accreditation reporting
Collaborate with department leadership on program growth, recruitment, and retention strategies
Teach graduate-level courses in the DrPH and MPH programs
Advise and mentor doctoral students, including dissertation supervision
Foster student professional development and leadership in public health practice
Maintain an active program of scholarship, including publications, presentations, and pursuit of extramural funding
Participate in departmental, college, and university service
Engage with professional organizations and community partners to enhance program visibility and impact
Promote interprofessional education and collaborative initiatives across the College
Build and sustain partnerships with public health agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to support practice-based training