Lecturer in Health Sciences
About The Position
The Department of Health Sciences in the School of Education and Health Sciences at North Central College invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer position in Health Science, beginning in Fall 2027. This is a 9.5-month, full-time faculty appointment with a 24-credit annual teaching load. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Health Science curriculum. Teaching assignments will be based on departmental needs as well as the candidate’s qualifications and interests and may include courses such as: Introduction to Health Sciences, Community Health, Epidemiology in the Health Sciences, Evidence-Based Practice in Health Sciences, Research Methods in the Health Sciences, Cultural Competency and Health Literacy, Health Systems and Informatics, and Leadership in Healthcare. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will serve as a core faculty member within the Health Science program. Responsibilities include advising and mentoring undergraduate students, recruiting and engaging prospective students, participating in departmental and institutional service, collaborating with faculty on program initiatives, and supporting the continued growth and success of the Health Science program. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentorship, and collaborative engagement within an academic community.
Requirements
- Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.
- Effective student mentoring.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
- Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.
Nice To Haves
- Doctoral or terminal degree in Health Science or a closely related discipline is preferred.
- ABD candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants with a master’s degree in Health Science or a related field and demonstrated success teaching at the college level are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in the Health Science curriculum.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
- Recruit and engage prospective students.
- Participate in departmental and institutional service.
- Collaborate with faculty on program initiatives.
- Support the continued growth and success of the Health Science program.
Benefits
- 9.5-month, full-time faculty appointment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
