Visiting Assistant Professor, Public Health
- Employer
- Fitchburg State University
- Location
- Fitchburg, Massachusetts (US)
- Salary
- Salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and in accordance with union contract.
- Date posted
- Sep 23, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science & Mathematics, Other Science & Technology
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.
Institutional Diversity and Social Justice
Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.
General Statement of Duties: Full-time visiting assistant professor position in Public Health, with a possibility of renewal for up to three years. Teach undergraduate public health courses, contribute to curriculum and program design and revision, participate in departmental and college-wide activities, and engage in scholarly or creative pursuits. An earned Ph.D. in Public Health or related discipline strongly preferred. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related discipline with an MPH working towards their doctorate (e.g. ABD) will be considered. Preference will be given to those who show evidence of excellence in teaching.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Teach a standard workload of four courses (12 credit hours) per semester. Courses include introductory and upper level public health courses, as well as supervision of internships.
2. Provide student assistance including office hours and student advising.
3. Participate in curriculum review and development and student outcomes assessment.
4. Participate in committee meetings and university functions, including Commencement and Convocation.
5. Participate in continuing scholarship and professional activities, which include contribution to the content of the discipline, participation in or contribution to professional organizations and societies, public service and contributions to the professional growth and development of the university community.
Qualifications:
- An earned Ph.D. in Public Health or related discipline strongly preferred. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related discipline with an MPH working towards their doctorate (e.g. ABD) will be considered. Demonstrated evidence of teaching experience in college level public health or health science courses. Commitment to excellence in teaching. Ability to integrate appropriate technology and software in teaching. Evidence or potential of scholarly/creative activity. Ability to work effectively with a diverse student body. Ability to perform all duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
Application deadline: November 15, 2024
Review of applications begins: November 16, 2024
Application Instructions:
Please apply online at http://jobs.fitchburgstate.edu . Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcripts, and a list of three references, including one who can address your teaching.
Full-time, 9 month benefited position, one year appointment beginning September 1, 2025
Fitchburg State University is committed to diversifying its workforce. We strongly encourage women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply for the advertised position.
Company
We're a public institution located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies.
Founded in 1894, we now have more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000 full and part-time students.
Through their complete educational experience, Fitchburg State graduates will be creative and critical thinkers who integrate and communicate their learning from a variety of disciplines and experiences in ways that enhance their civic, personal and professional lives.
Fitchburg State University is committed to excellence in teaching and learning and blends liberal arts and sciences and professional programs within a small college environment. Our comprehensive public university prepares students to lead, serve, and succeed by fostering lifelong learning and civic and global responsibility. A Fitchburg State education extends beyond our classrooms to include residential, professional, and co-curricular opportunities. As a community resource, we provide leadership and support for the economic, environmental, social, and cultural needs of North Central Massachusetts and the Commonwealth.
The university is searching for professional candidates that would like to become part of a dynamic community that provides excellent service to the students, staff, faculty and constituents that we serve.
Employee benefits include the choice between multiple health care plans, life and long term disability insurance, dental insurance, paid leave, tuition discounts and more.
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